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Reclaiming the Blade (2008)

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Release Date: Dec 15, 2008 Wide

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Filmmaker Daniel McNicoll explores the emerging movement to reclaim the ancient medieval and renaissance martial arts in this documentary narrated by Welsh actor John Rhys-Davies, and produced on corroboration with Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson. The Medieval and Renaissance blade was a remarkable weapon crafted with the utmost attention to detail. Though the history of the sword remains largely shrouded in mystery for younger moviegoers, their presence on the big screen can still be

PG, 1 hr. 18 min.

Documentary, Special Interest

Directed By: Daniel McNicoll

Written By: Daniel McNicoll

In Theaters: Dec 15, 2008 Wide

On DVD: Jul 7, 2009

Galatia Films

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A high-concept and broad-ranging documentary that examines the evolving history, culture and application of the Western European sword ... eye-opening detailing.

July 8, 2009 Full Review Source: Kung Fu Cinema

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Mark Pollard

Kung Fu Cinema Source: Kung Fu Cinema

Whether it will change the way we view cinematic swordplay remains to be seen

June 29, 2009 Full Review Source: Filmcritic.com

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This doc is long overdue, and they did a fantastic job keeping thing even-toned and interesting. I loved the animation and the music! Usually, I shy from most docs in favor of something with some action and wit - this film has both 'and' it's a compelling look at the topic from ancient history through modern times.A+

September 8, 2009

Sam Spade

have been looking a documentary about swords for awhile now and found this that just came out. It was great. It covered swords in movies, in Eastern martial arts as well as the resurgence of Western martial arts. It covered different kinds of sword-play, how swords were made, and how they became obsolete and techniques

September 4, 2009