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Directing large action sequences

Mel Gibson discusses battles, extras, stunts, and photography in Braveheart. Ang Lee and James Schamus describe choreography, locations, and the lengthy shoot for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Compare how they organize large action sequences around the characters' decisions and relationships.

Reading order

Read the commentaries in order.

  1. Braveheart poster

    Part 1 of 2

    Braveheart (1995)

    Mel Gibson

    Director / 2h 49m / 550 segments

  2. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon poster

    Part 2 of 2

    Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)

    Ang Lee / James Schamus

    Director / 1h 57m / 248 segments