Movie sword fighting versus real life fencing (Real vs Reel Longsword)
Swordfighting in movies are some of the coolest action sequences we get to watch on the big screen. But is it realistic? In this episode of Real vs. Reel, I take you into the world of HEMA fencing - historical martial arts that studies actual techniques from the past in modern day sparring. We even copy the exact fight choreography from The Witcher, to see if Henry Cavil’s Geralt fights with his two blades in a realistic way.
Let’s debunk some movie tropes and fantasies, like:
- Can a beginner survive and win a duel?
- What do actual historical weapons look like?
- Are there different styles or techniques?
- And how long did duels actually last?
Special thanks to the Denver Historical Fencing Academy for making this film possible! If you want to take classes with their amazing instructors, check out the link below.
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Thank you Jason Barrons, Brad Smith, Connor Chamberlain, and the many other fencers who helped make this video possible.
Assistant camerawork and beginner fencing by Jesse Gonzalez (@NotJGonzo)
PATREON:
Get the extended cut with longer tournament scenes, more weapons, and the behind-the-scenes of how we shot the Witcher scene.
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