Before God of War: Eric Jacobus' Early Days in Action Filmmaking (Part 1)
Description
In this special throwback episode (Part 1 of 2), host Andy Coon revisits his 2008 conversation with Eric Jacobus - stuntman, filmmaker, and founder of The Stunt People. Since this interview, Eric's career has skyrocketed from indie action filmmaker to motion capture superstar, most notably as Kratos in the God of War series.
Join us as we explore Eric's fascinating journey from small-town martial arts enthusiast to action film innovator. Discover how his obsession with Hong Kong cinema led him to create a website reviewing fight scenes, eventually forming The Stunt People and directing acclaimed indie action films like "Contour" and "Death Grip."
Eric shares candid stories about his early filmmaking days, martial arts training, and the challenges of producing independent action on minimal budgets. His natural comedic timing and Bruce Campbell-esque screen presence shine through as he discusses his creative process and vision for action filmmaking.
Tune in next week for the conclusion of this in-depth interview!
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- YouTube: @EricJacobusOfficial
- Instagram: @ericjacobusofficial
- Podcast: Action Talks with Eric Jacobus
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