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Eventually, CIRCLE OF IRON (as it's better-known) was even expanded into a fully-loaded 2-Disc Set…but, then, I happened upon the original disc at a local rental outlet and finally decided to check it out. Even with the horrible acting and dubious fight scenes with the co-star Jeff Cooper, this movie stands out overall as a … Cord also meets a blind flute player who gives him many advices. Bruce Lee had an understanding of life and nature that few have ever glimpsed. Circle of Iron ( 39 ) IMDb 5.9 1 h 37 min 1979 R David Carradine, Christopher Lee, Roddy McDowall and Eli Wallach star in this acclaimed cult hit that brings Bruce Lee's personal philosophy to the screen with a still-potent combination of mysticism, humor and martial arts mayhem. Thought-provoking and philosophical art martial movie that Bruce Lee wrote the script prior to his death in 1973 ; disagreements over location shooting -Lee preferred India- led the film to be abandoned until after his death when the rights were acquired by David Carradine . (The) total lack of unity, while seen as CIRCLE OF IRON's greatest liability, could also, however, be its biggest asset rec.arts.movies.reviews. This is one martial art movie I can enjoy over and over. CIRCLE OF IRON still doesn't reign supreme, and it isn't the single greatest piece of work Lee had come up with, but it challenges moviegoers to discover the secret ways of Lee's powerful telling of the martial arts legend. Circle of Iron (1978). However, the zen and philosophy was very interesting, amusing and sometimes thought provoking. I've pretty much been like that my entire life and this movie pretty much taps right into it. In this offering, David Carradine plays, The Blind Man / Monkeyman / Death / Changsha all of who are guides and teachers to Cord the student (Jeff Cooper.) In a land that has never existed, Cord (Jeff Cooper) is a fighter searching for the secrets of a book guarded by Zetan (Christopher Lee). 5 out of 5 stars (2,129) Sale Price $17.58 $ 17.58 $ 21.98 Original Price $21.98" (20% off) FREE shipping Add to Favorites Gmoly medallion [V1] in bronze Esperia3DShop. "Circle of Iron" also has its flaws in direction and incidental music but shines in its eccentricity, cast, zen precepts, and Cord's awakening that "there is no meaning in life except the meaning that man gives his life by the unfolding of his powers". Erica Creer was born in 1947 in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England. Something I can do very well. This spiritual journey by muscleman Jeff Cooper is filled with goofy philosophics delivered with ridiculous austerity by the likes of guest stars David Carradine, Eli Wallach and Christopher Lee. Circle of Iron is an extremely interesting and worthwhile movie that even non-action movie fans can easily enjoy. Plot – Cord is a young martial arts champion who wins a match and then travels to reach Zetan, the wise custodian of the "Book of all the truth". Circle of Iron was a story originally conceived by Bruce Lee who wanted to play the four parts of the Blind Man, Monkeyman, Death and Changsha leaving the actual starring role of Cord to one of his friends, first offered to Steve McQueen and then to James Coburn. Karate, kung-fu, la savate... they're all just ways to fight. Jeff Cooper and David Carradine discuss what is probably the secret of life itself in a crucial part of a martial arts film. A dreadfully pretentious martial-arts adventure started by Bruce Lee and finished (in more ways than one) by David Carradine. From Wings to Parasite, here's a look back at all of the Best Picture Oscar winners in the history of the ceremony. Odd, you ask? A fantasy martial arts film written by Bruce Lee, with James Coburn and Stirling Sillphant; and intended to be an exploration of Eastern philosophy and martial arts. I'd been intrigued by this one for some time due its being based on a story concocted by Bruce Lee and James Coburn; when it emerged as a "Special Edition" via the Blue Underground label, I had considered purchasing the DVD but somehow never got around to it. I have my students watch it every few years and we discuss at length what goes on and most are surprised at how much more they see from the last time. It has the perfect mix of philosophy, humor and martial arts. Jan 1, 2000 Rating: 3/5-- By downplaying the physical and emphasizing the cerebral (or in some cases, the spiritual) Lee was looking to take the genre to another level. This all comes in handy when Cord must face a series of opponents (all played by Carradine). It follows a man who does not know, but who is learning, that punching and kicking merely create freedom to explore and to learn; the benefits of his quest will come from something more than his physical self can achieve. I felt as though it was giving me something though I couldn't figure out what it was...I tried and tried and came so some conclusions. The Silent Flute Film co-written by Bruce Lee, who was seeking to illustrate the differences between Eastern and Western philosophies 1981: Game of Death II: 死亡塔: Billy Lo/Lee Chen Chiang: a.k.a. Martial arts fantasy I can enjoy very much. It's not surprising that opinions are so sharply divided on Circle of Iron, but I think any cult movie lover worth his salt will love the heck out of it, as I did. Seriously! Even with the horrible acting and dubious fight scenes with the co-star Jeff Cooper, this movie stands out overall as a … The level of camp it displays works well with the oddly exotic Israeli background it was filmed upon. Erica Creer, Actress: Circle of Iron. If it didn't sound so irreverent I would call him the poster child for Richard Bach's book, Johnathan Livingston Seagull. Look, if BL had lived, it would have been much different, and quite frankly, who could have played Cord? Originally titled The Silent Flute, Lee died before he could film it.Silliphant re-wrote the story, and filmed with David Carradine playing the lead (the second time Carradine would play a role originally intended for Lee). Extraordinarily bizarre martial arts film that actor David Carradine inherited after Bruce Lee, who originally came up with the story, died. Read 2 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. A very well made movie, "The Dragon" should be proud! Richard Moore ACTION-ADVENTURE-movie USA 1978 cast: David Carradine, Jeff Cooper, Christopher Lee aka(s): Circle of Iron, A legyőzhetetlen, Círculo de Ferro description: A young martial artist embarks on an adventure, encountering other martial artists in battle until o This is one of Bruce Lee's written works and called " The Circle of Iron. " David Carradine has four multiple roles, one of which is Jeff Cooper's martial arts master. Morthond(Anthony De Longis), goes out on the journey and is defeated in his first trial. If you get it, you really get it and love it. That Lee was better than Carradine would be uncontested, I think, but having a snobbish attitude toward DC doesn't answer anything. ***. A young martial artist, Cord the Seeker, competes for and loses the right to go on a quest for the Book of All Knowlege held by a wizard named Zetan. But I disagree with other commenters' assessments of Jeff Cooper and David Carradine. After Lee's death in 1973, Silliphant and Stanley Mann completed the screenplay, and Lee's part was given to Kung Fu television … Still there is enough to keep the student from wondering off till the lesson is learned. This film is outstanding, if not a cinematic work of excellence. But, it is about some of the more exalted aspects of what it means to seek the limits of what you can do with a combination of your spirit and your self. First, DC is not a "machine" for picking up roles meant for Bruce Lee- they were both practitioners of Kung Fu at a time when all of America was not familiar with the discipline as today. Play Trailer; The challenge of a lifetime... Overview. This film is mistakenly classified as a "martial arts" film, and subsequently knocked for Carradine's friend and co-star Jeff Cooper's lack of grace and skills in both fighting and acting. You need to be a little of-center to get some of the meaning. The fourth is a blind mystic who plays the flute and spouts out goofy proverbs like "If you tie two birds together, they have four wings but cannot fly." Born in Hamilton, Ontario, George Frederick Cooper attended Prince of Wales School and Central Collegiate. Some trials involve combat, while others involve riddles or encounters with unusual characters, such as a man (Eli Wallach) who has been standing in a barrel of oil for 10 years in an attempt to remove the lower half of his body . Oddball chopsocky. He became a police cadet but eventually headed to Toronto for acting jobs on the CBC. Watch Circle of Iron Online Full Movie and DownloadCircle of Iron full hd with English and Spanish subtitle. I loved the quasi-fantastic setting. Determinded he goes out t find this book. But, screw it, I was laughing, so I was enjoying myself. Erica Creer's stunning beauty scorches up the screen and teases your mammaries in showing off her left backside, and she won't stick around for long. Carradine shines in all four of his roles and he and Cooper have a nice rapport (they were apparently friends in real life). The fighting moves are swift, deadly, and efficient. The contrast of brutality and Zen gracefulness. Circle of Iron book. Can't argue with what is. He went to Hollywood and landed contracts with Warner Bros and Universal Studios in the early 1960s. Much like with Enter The Dragon, this is another influence of Mortal Kombat. The film is pretentious to a laughable degree. Wow, where has this film been all of my life? This movie served as my introduction to mysticism and eastern thought during a most auspicious time in my life--adolescence. City vs. Country Special: Dallas Vs, It's a Living, Jeffersons vs. Dukes of Hazzard. What's odd are the encounters of unusual people, places, things, and events designed to complicate one's trip. Mar 02, 2010. That's showing the heart of a warrior. Viola Davis won best actress in a film for her lead role in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom at the 2021 SAG Awards. Kung Fu Panda totally ripped off the ending of this movie. I liked the part where Changsha(Carradine) puts out the candle light. In any adventure the journey is as important as the destination, and this is true for the martial arts. Looking at the movie with untarnished eyes, it is unique and remarkable. It is noted that Lee was destined to play the role a few years before this ever got made, and just before his untimely death. In some respects this movie is pretty bizarre. It was originally conceived to be a teaching tool for the young student. This is based on the inspiration of Bruce Lee, and while it is brought up with martial arts imagery, it is actually a long, adventurous, everlasting, passionate, yet odd journey about a fighter who searches for his own destiny. Who could have matched Lee in the final fight before Cord goes to see the book? Wie kommt ein so reizendes Mädchen zu diesem Gewerbe? "Circle of iron" tells us we don't need any book or person to tell us how to think, what to believe, it is discovered through our quest for the truth in our everyday lives. Thanks to the legendary Bruce Lee(1940-73) his creation along with James Corburn. As soon as the writers got hold of Bruce Lee's script, it all went out the window, much like Game of Death (one of the worse ever!!) This movie's got a lot to show, and a lot of knowhow on enlightenment. The film was made by a Mexican film studio and was an enormous hit in Mexico. His many films prove to his audience that he was indeed that. The Silent Flute, a story written by Lee shortly before his death , features a martial artist rebel name Cord (Jeff Cooper , a good friend of Carradine's , though Joe Lewis was also considered for the role) . Jeff Cooper, Actor: Circle of Iron. I also loved the costumes. Cooper also made films in Europe and Egypt, and in 1978, he starred in a martial arts feature called "Circle of Iron" with David Carradine and Christopher Lee. David Carradine plays multiple parts in the role of a life time and like "kung Fu", is another idea from Bruce Lee, a film that would have risen above any of the martial arts/action Lee did before. There are some quick supporting turns by Roddy McDowall and Christopher Lee, but the film's cameo highlight is Eli Wallach as "The Man in Oil." I saw it a couple years later and got a lot of it and it's stuck w/ me ever since. Cord's task is to find and defeat Zetan (Christopher Lee). Classified as a martial arts movie, do not expect this to be an all-out gang war because it is high on craftsmanship and drama, plus it should be best described as a tale of epic proportions. must be seen several times to really understand.unless you're a good listener and attentive viewer you wont appreciate it enough the first time you check it out.that's why i recommend that you watch it at least twice.once for yourself and the other time with a friend. This film itself is a hodgepodge of information and Zen philosophy, designed to instruct those who seek to learn the Path or DOW. It had been billed as your usual fight movie. Warner initially gave him the stage name of Kyle ... Gravitas Ventures Acquires ‘Spiked’ For North American Distribution, Strategists thrown marketing problems in quickfire session at Mumbrella360. Circle of Iron: Co-writer a.k.a. 5 stars! Oh and the girl was not bad in it either;) . Circle of Iron ( 40 ) IMDb 5.9 1 h 37 min 1979 R At the height of his international fame, the legendary Bruce Lee - along with his friend and student James Coburn and Oscar-winning screenwriter Stirling Silliphant - began to write what he believed would be the greatest achievement of his film career. "Circle of Iron" is a movie that looks beyond the action of martial arts into the mystique and philosophy associated with it. David Carradine plays multiple parts in the role of a life time and like "kung Fu", is another idea from Bruce Lee, a film that would have risen above any of the martial arts/action Lee did before. NOTE: This film was recommended to me by Daniel Baldwin for "Steve Pulaski Sees It.". Bringing a way of life out of obscurity or further into it? From a story by Bruce Lee, Lee worked on the screenplay with James Coburn and Stirling Silliphant (both students of Lee's), and Lee was supposed to have starred in the film, but then he made Enter the Dragon (1973), got famous, and died. As for being filmed in Israel, what's wrong with that? Perhaps I allowed my elevated expectations for this movie, written by James Coburn and Bruce Lee, who catered to the talents of David (Kung Fu") Carradine, to influence my "3" rating of this poorly acted, badly written and barely directed movie. The protagonist is Jeff Cooper, though, who is a warrior who wants to challenge the famous and supposedly evil master Zetan (Christopher Lee) so he can get at the mysterious and magical book he guards. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, George Frederick Cooper attended Prince of Wales School and Central Collegiate. Dealing with Cord the Seeker, competes for and loses the right to go on a quest for the Book of All Knowledge held by a wizard named Zetan . This is the sort of effort that you hope was the result of too much recreational drug use, and not a total lack of talent by the participants. This is an intelligent martial art film in which our hero goes out on a quest for the Book of Enlightenment . As for being a writer, there is much to be desired. Things are what they are. Yup, he is a guy bathing in a big drum of oil in the middle of the desert with the hopes it will make his genitals dissolve. Based on an idea by Bruce Lee, this is a really enjoyable flick that is as entertaining as it is outlandish. More like it's so bizarre it's good. I loved this movie at 9 years old but could never figure out why. The film is also known as The Silent Flute, which was the original title of the story conceived by Lee, James Coburn and Stirling Silliphant in 1969. Listening to Lee philosophize was as dull as watching him perform was exciting. Too ashamed to return, he tell Cord to let him die honorably. Even as horrible as the production values were and with all the sub-par acting, I can think of no other film that has has a greater impact on the course of my life. This is a silly movie and not for those who want credibility, realism, SFX, CGI, or The Rock. The movie may not be what it could have been if Bruce Lee had finished it, but it is what it is and that is not a bad thing either. The scenery (it was filmed in Israel) does feel otherworldly, and it's very beautiful. Cinematographer-turned-directer Richard Moore never directed another film after this and it is a shame as he gets some great use out of the locations in Israel. this is a mystically inclined adventurous journey of the meaning to life having purpose and fullfillment based on helping one another find the way to enlightenment,which the teacher(the blind man),and the student/venturer of meaning(cord)do. This is the story and journey of a lone man, Cord (played by Canadian Jeff Cooper), who is in search of Zetan and his book of knowledge. the scenic background is a desert based atmosphere,whether it's israel or palestine.this type of setting coupled with the compelling music make this a landscape monument for the uniquely inclined deeper striver of zen/buddhism and enlightenment. The metaphors abound and I found that it took several viewings for me to really feel that I had a reasonable idea of what had taken place with some of the characters. It challenges your courage, tests your manhood and throws you into an arena of life and death. Among the characters that he runs across are a blind flute-player (David Carradine , his flute is seen playing in the film, is the same flute he is seen playing in "Kill Bill: Vol 2" and was originally offered the part of the main character Cord, but preferred the multiple roles intended for Bruce Lee) , a monkey chieftain, a death character, and the leader of a gypsy tribe, who acts as a reluctant mentor to Cord . This action packed movie, (Circle of Iron, which came from a story called "The Silent Flute" by the late Bruce Lee), is one of the very best martial arts films ever made. I remember going to see this film when it came out in theaters. As for Jeff Cooper, he is supposed to be a naif, and he comes across just fine at it. I loved this movie. To reach the ambitious goal, the young athlete has to pass three tests: beating the Monkey, leaving Tara and not being bothered by the fear of death. He went to Hollywood and landed contracts with Warner Bros and Universal Studios in the early 1960s. Circle of Iron is an extremely interesting and worthwhile movie that even non-action movie fans can easily enjoy. It has a timelessness to it, and the fight scenes are meant to be seen as choreographed, not as gratuitous violence. This action packed movie, (Circle of Iron, which came from a story called "The Silent Flute" by the late Bruce Lee), is one of the very best martial arts films ever made. In a mythical land a lone warrior attempts to pass many challenges and tests to discover the secret of "The Book". One of the most bizarre, silly and amazing kung-fu movies. Roddy McDowall and Eli Wallach round out the cast and provide philosophical statements for Cord. Check out our editors' picks for the movies and shows we're excited about this month, like Mortal Kombat, "Them," and Stowaway. Bruce Lee was perhaps the world greatest Martial Artist. If this was made today, it would definitely be a kid. It probably deserved less. She is an actress, known for Circle of Iron (1978), The Great Muppet Caper (1981) and The Dogs of War (1980). If all you are looking for is to see someone get their butt kicked this is not your movie. Circle of Iron is a 1978 martial arts fantasy film co-written by Bruce Lee, who intended to star in the film himself, but died before production. like other's on imdb have mentioned,this is not a typical bloodsport,kickboxer or streetfighter type of flick.it's a picture that illustrates and exemplifies a deeper meaning to the journey one has with fullfilling they're search for martial arts based enlightenment. If you go into it to ponder things for a while and take it for what it is w/out regard to typical 70's blah in film...you could be quite impressed. I wouldn't say it's "so-bad-it's-good". An odd, but truly remarkable epic of the martial arts genre. If you're expecting a movie w/ tons of action you may be disappointed. Carradine plays four different characters whom Cooper meets on his way to Zetan, three of whom are warriors themselves looking to stop Cooper. Finally Cord meets sorcerer Zetan (Christopher Lee) and discovers an extraordinary surprise . "Circle of iron" tells us we don't need any book or person to tell us how to think, what to believe, it is discovered through our quest for the truth in our everyday lives. for it's creativity and deeper meaning of martial arts based enlightenment i give this one a 9/10 rating. It would have been much better without the poor attempts of martial arts in it. Now more determined, he sets his sights. "Circle of Iron" aka "The Silent Flute" is a mystical, yet wonderful movie ever made. Cord took on Changsha, as well as the Monkeyman and Death. A lone fighter named Cord(Jeff Cooper) is on a quest of finding a book during a tournament he loses a chance. Circle of Iron (1978) R 01/19/1979 (US) Fantasy 1h 42m User Score. Along the way he meets many people and has to overcome several trials. There is more to this movie than meets the oboe senses. Within a few minutes people were walking out of the theater, obviously disappointed. " This film is for those who know that ways to fight are stepping stones to something greater. On a lower end of the movie spectrum, CIRCLE OF IRON has astounding production values that never seemed quite possible. Audience Reviews for Circle of Iron. Many stories are offered about how Bruce Lee and James Coburn struggled to move this project forward, and how David Carradine capitalized on his fame in the TV series "Kung Fu" to pick up the story rights, but the work also honors what Lee felt was the essence of the martial arts. they use their opposite individualities to conjure up a unique and unforgettable partnership,which eventually becomes a true friendship at the end which is the result of understanding each other better and allowing each other's contrasting views to coincide to develop into the unique zenforce/fighting team that they become. I loved just about everything about it. For a true warrior, they must know one's heart from within, not from without. Stirling Silliphant. It's not, as far as I'm concerned, a martial arts movie. He became a police cadet but eventually headed to Toronto for acting jobs on the CBC. This movie is definitely flawed, and it's true that the fight scenes could be better. Tower of Death Unrelated to the first … My two favourite parts, was one, the book of mirrors and two the end with the flute playing and the main characters were on the top of some mountain, wish I could find that soundtrack. It is also wild to see a buff guy pushing 40 like Cooper to be cast in the lead role. It's all supposed to be mystical and enlightening, but it's mostly an unexhilirating peplum potboiler, without the enjoyably kitsch qualities that made that genre endearing. A probable common classic of its kind. It was originally intended to be made by Bruce Lee, but he died before it could be brought to the screen, so David Carradine steps in to fill the role. He must pass various trials along the way that educate him in Zen philosophy . The entire scene unfolds as if they let Alejandro Jodorowsky do one day of filming for kicks. Linebarrels of Iron All seasons Free streaming in HD, download all seasons of Linebarrels of Iron easily on FreeMoviesFull Along the way Cord encounters a Blind Man (David Carradine) who teaches him the art of philosophy through martial arts. Yes I definitely agree it is no martial arts movie at all. But on to the movie.. For audiences seeking lots of excitement and physical Martial arts confrontation, this movie is somewhat of a disappointment. Along the Path to Enlightenment, we meet all who would sway us from it ", THE SILENT FLUTE (Richard Moore, 1978) **1/2, One of the most unique Martial Arts films ever made, Epic martial arts adventure film , including colorful photography , and splendid soundtrack. Cowboy And Bucking Bronco Circle Wall Plaque, Cast Iron, Free Shipping W-20 RUNNINGTIDE. 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