BSC Clips - ”‘KAREN! BRING ME BLOODSPORT!’ – How Van Damme Begged Cannon to Make His Breakout Movie”

Описание: “KAREN! BRING ME BLOODSPORT!” 💥 In this legendary story, director and writer Sheldon Lettich recalls the day a hungry, determined Jean-Claude Van Damme stormed into producer Menahem Golan’s office at Cannon Films — literally begging for his shot to become a movie star.

What happened next would change action cinema forever.

Van Damme’s relentless passion and self-belief convinced Cannon to greenlight what would become his breakout film — Bloodsport — launching him into global stardom and shaping the future of martial arts movies in Hollywood.

🎙️ This is one of the most iconic behind-the-scenes moments in action film history — a raw look at how far Van Damme was willing to go to make his dream happen.

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🔥 About Blood, Sweat & Cinema
Hosted by Zach Scheerer and James P. Bennett, Blood, Sweat & Cinema is the podcast where martial arts, fitness, and action filmmaking collide. We sit down with the legends who shaped the golden era of action films — from Van Damme and Stallone to the directors, writers, and stunt performers who brought them to life.

📺 Watch the full interview with Sheldon Lettich here: [ BSC Ep.1 – Sheldon Lettich: Untold Stories From Bloodsport, Kickboxer, Rambo III & Van Damme (Pt. 1)
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