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Rapper Directorial Debuts

'The Man With the Iron Fists' Directed by RZA Looks Like Kung Fu Gold

— July 1, 2012 — Pop Culture
Kung fu enthusiast and Wu Tang Clan member RZA's upcoming film 'The Man With the Iron Fists' is the talented artist's directorial debut. It is presented by Quentin Tarantino who is a close friend to RZA and fellow kung fu lover. The two have worked together on projects in the past including Kill Bill in which RZA provided the film's stunning music score.

Starring Lucy Liu, Russell Crowe and RZA himself, The Man With the Iron Fists is the story of a weapon smith (RZA) who must defend his village against warring clans.

Written by Eli Roth and RZA, the film looks like it will be full of stunning visuals, beautifully choreographed fighting sequences and plenty of gore to go around. The Man With the Iron Fists is the product of skilled artists pooling together their collected talents to create something fueled by passion and zeal.
Trend Themes
1. Rapper Directorial Debuts - The rise of rappers directing films presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the film industry.
2. Kung Fu Resurgence - The resurgence of kung fu in popular culture creates space for innovation in martial arts training and equipment.
3. Creative Collaborations - Collaborations between artists from different fields offer opportunities for disruptive innovation in entertainment.
Industry Implications
1. Film Industry - The film industry can take advantage of this trend by investing in diverse voices and styles in film-making.
2. Martial Arts Industry - Martial arts schools and equipment manufacturers can capitalize on the growing interest in kung fu by creating innovative products and training techniques.
3. Entertainment Industry - The entertainment industry can benefit from cross-discipline collaborations by exploring new ways to incorporate different art forms into movies, music, and theater productions.
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