Man of Tai Chi is a 2013 Chinese-American martial arts film directed by Keanu Reeves in his directorial debut. It also stars Reeves, Tiger Chen, Iko Uwais, Karen Mok and Simon Yam. The film is multilingual, featuring dialogue in Mandarin, English and Cantonese. In the film, a young martial artist is pushed by the need of money to enter the world of underground fighting.
Chinese theatrical release poster
Keanu Charles Reeves is a Canadian actor. Known for his phlegmatic disposition in roles spanning numerous genres, he has established himself as a leading man in action cinema. In 2020, The New York Times called him one of the greatest actors of the 21st century, and Time named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2022. In 2024, Gold House recognized him as one of the 100 most impactful Asian Pacific leaders who have influenced American culture and society in the last year.
Reeves in 2019
Reeves promoting The Day the Earth Stood Still in Mexico, 2008
Reeves at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2009
Tiger Chen and Reeves at the Fantastic Fest film festival, 2013