Seven Western martial arts groups from five European countries provide footage on the history and craft of swords in this 90-minute documentary.
“In a confusing and ambiguous world, nothing makes more sense than a good, old-fashioned sword fight.”
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Seven Western martial arts groups from five European countries provide footage on the history and craft of swords in this 90-minute documentary.
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Synopsis
Daniel McNicoll interviews sword master Bob Anderson and actor Viggo Mortensen in "Reclaiming the Blade." The 2009 documentary investigates the history and artistry of swords from the medieval and Renaissance periods. It features footage from seven Western martial arts groups in five European countries, including Schola Gladiatoria in the UK and Ringschule Wrocław in Poland. The film discusses the cultural significance of swords and their techniques, while also addressing the revival of traditional Western martial arts.
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Why Watch
- See Viggo Mortensen discuss swordplay in film.
- Meet Hollywood sword master Bob Anderson.
- Find out about historical European fencing revival.
Did You Know
- Reclaiming the Blade was a number one movie rental on iTunes.
- The documentary features interviews with actors like Viggo Mortensen and Karl Urban.
- It includes footage from seven Western martial arts groups in five European countries.
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Who directed the documentary Reclaiming the Blade?
Reclaiming the Blade was directed by Daniel McNicoll.
What notable actors were interviewed in Reclaiming the Blade?
Notable interviewees include Viggo Mortensen, Karl Urban, and Bob Anderson.
Which companies distributed Reclaiming the Blade?
The documentary was distributed by Starz and Anchor Bay Entertainment.
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