“Everything was choreographed”: Much Like Tom Holland, Michelle Yeoh Also Has a Unique Approach to Fight Sequences
Legendary actor Michelle Yeoh broke multiple glass ceilings as soon as she lifted the Academy Award for her exemplary performance in the movie Everything Everywhere All at Once. She went on to create history as she was the first Asian actor to win an Academy Award.
The Malaysian actor rose to international fame with the 1997 released Bond movie Tomorrow Never Dies. She has been a part of multiple million-dollar franchises like Avatar, Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the super spy James Bond series. Michelle Yeoh is prominently known for her association with the action genre in the world of entertainment.
Michelle Yeoh On Her Unique Approach Towards Action Sequences
Michelle Yeoh has been in the entertainment industry for the past four decades. The 61-year-old actor has etched her name on the grounds of Hollywood with her great acting prowess. During an interview with the reputed media outlet Elle, Michelle Yeoh spoke about her debut movie The Owl vs. Bumbo, an action comedy directed by director duo George Lam and Sammo Hung.
According to the Memoirs Of A Geisha actor, she played the character of a damsel in distress in the action comedy project. While talking about the action sequence, the actor spoke about her unique approach to executing fight sequences. Michelle Yeoh said-
“Because everything was choreographed, and then it was like this whole big musical—without the singing, of course—that unfolded in front of me,”
Michelle Yeoh in Everything Everywhere All at Once
Amongst other actors in Hollywood, Spider-Man star Tom Holland is quite well known for his unique approach towards fight scenes. During an interview with the reputed media outlet, Tom Holland spoke about his approach towards executing fighting scenes. He had mentioned using his fists during the fight sequences in the movies.
Michelle Yeoh On Inspiring The Youth And On The Equal Opportunities
Michelle Yeoh is no less than an icon. According to the Crazy Rich Asians actor, she can never forget being approached by the director duo Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert for the multiversal sci-fi action drama Everything Everywhere All at Once.
During an interview with the reputed media outlet People, the actor spoke about breaking stereotypes and being extremely grateful for being able to do this. She said-
“This is for every little girl that looks like me,”
She further said-
“A lot of actresses find, as the numbers get bigger, the roles start to dwindle,” she says. “Over the last few years, I’m very proud that we have been breaking away from stereotypes — it’s not just lip service. It is happening. And it’s happening to me.”
While talking about being privileged, Michelle Yeoh even mentioned-
“You go from shock to bewilderment. Wow, is it me? How can it be me?’ Because I’ve worked with so many amazing actresses who should have had this privilege, and so I am very grateful to be given the opportunity to sit at the table and to be seen.”
