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Definition
Action movie; a film featuring martial arts or gunfights as its main selling point.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to films emphasizing physical stunts, martial arts, or high octane combat sequences. While the term is standard, it is often used to describe the golden era of Hong Kong cinema, where the choreography and stunt work set a global benchmark for the genre.
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Do you like watching action movies?
The fight scenes in this action movie are very exciting.
Related words
Common phrases
exciting action movie
classic action movie
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