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The Bladed Hand: The Global Impact of Filipino Martial Arts (2012)
Directed by: Jay Ignacio

The Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) represents one of the Philippines' greatest cultural exports, yet many Filipinos remain unaware of its significance. Filmed in various locations, including, Cebu, Bacolod, Baguio, Batangas, Manila, Hong Kong, Honolulu, Los Angeles, San Diego, Oakland, and Moscow the documentary features prominent FMA figures and experts, such as SGM Diony Cañete, SGM Cacoy Cañete, GM Esing Atillo, GM Bert Labaniego, Guro Dan Inosanto, Guro Diana Lee Inosanto, GM Remy Presas Jr., GM Rodel Dagooc, GM Tony Diego, GM Yuli Romo, Master Christopher Ricketts, Juan Miguel Zubiri, Daniel Foronda, Leo T. Gaje Jr., Felipe Jocano Jr., Ned Napangue, Celestino Macachor, Lorenz Lasco, Ron Balicki, Burton Richardson, Dieter Kneuttel and many others.

Filipino Vocabulary:

Arnis, also known as Eskrima or Kali, is a traditional martial art from the Philippines, which emphasize weapon-based fighting with sticks, knives, bladed weapons, and various improvised weapons, as well as "open hand" techniques without weapons.

The Arnis Act (Republic Act No. 9850, 2009) designates Arnis as the National Martial Art and Sport of the Philippines. The act encourages schools to incorporate Arnis into their physical education programs, promoting discipline, respect, and self-defense skills among the youth. Additionally, it calls for government support through initiatives and events to enhance the appreciation of Arnis both locally and internationally, ensuring its continued significance in Filipino culture.