I try to update my arsenal constantly. Learning different martial arts since childhood. To understand what's out there. To really be in tune.

I think film, to me, as a director, is about telling a story.

There is also a strong following among the urbanites on the East Coast when it comes to martial arts films.

I like to stay within the context of the character's background. If he's a cop, I have to make sure the audience is convinced that this person, a cop, can do only so much without a gun.

It takes years of building that experience as a filmmaker, as well as physically. You have to have a high level understanding of martial arts.

For me, shooting, editing, and scoring rely on rhythm.

I spent a couple of years doing American films. I did a few.