How Did Keanu Reeves Master 200 Kung Fu Moves for ’The Matrix’ Sequels?

Keanu Reeves stands out as an actor who invests months of relentless effort in preparing for every role he takes on. For instance, in the sequels of “The Matrix,“ he worked diligently to master Kung Fu, learning 200 moves of the martial art. In “John Wick,“ although the character mostly relies on firearms, Reeves also delved into Judo and Jiu-Jitsu for his close combat encounters with adversaries. Consequently, Reeves once again took on the challenge of learning these martial arts and, after four months of relentless dedication, he made such significant progress that he was honored with a black belt in Judo by three-time Olympic champion, Nomura Tadahiro.
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