How Jackie Chan Stages Action Comedy
Every Frame a Painting · Explainer · YouTube title: Jackie Chan - How to Do Action Comedy
Why it's here
HN repeatedly recommends it as the clearest explanation of why Chan's fight scenes beat fast-cut Hollywood action.
What it covers
Every Frame a Painting analyzes how Jackie Chan stages action comedy, with nine principles such as starting from a disadvantage, using the environment, clear shots, and keeping action and reaction in the same frame.