Canadian filmmaker Bruce Fontaine embarked on his cinematic journey by relocating to Hong Kong in 1988, a period often referred to as the Golden Age of Hong Kong film. During his time in Hong Kong, Fontaine worked as an actor and stunt performer, collaborating with renowned action icons such as Jackie Chan, Stephen Chow, and Sammo Hung, among many others.
Fontaine, a skilled martial artist, made a name for himself with his impressive flexibility and kicking ability, solidifying his position as one of the most prolific actor/fighters during the "gwailo" bad guy boom of Hong Kong cinema.
Upon his return to Vancouver, Canada in 1996, Fontaine continued to work as an actor, stunt performer, fight choreographer, and stunt coordinator. He also made significant contributions to the field of motion capture for Electronic Arts, further expanding his scope.
Throughout his career, Fontaine has also ventured into directing, producing, and second-unit directing. His directorial debut, the independent action feature film "Beyond Redemption," premiered in 2015 and was released in the US through Well Go USA in 2017. The film, which was shot on a budget of $45,000, received a worldwide BluRay release and was even featured on Netflix.
Beyond Redemption was a loving tribute to the Hong Kong films that Fontaine worked on during the 1980s and 1990s. The film's success has paved the way for Fontaine to develop several other independent action projects targeting both Western and Asian markets.
Person Biography:
Bruce Fontaine is a Canadian filmmaker with a rich and diverse background in the film industry. Born in Canada, Fontaine moved to Hong Kong in 1988, where he worked as an actor and stunt performer, collaborating with many of Hong Kong's most iconic action stars. He is a skilled martial artist and has made a name for himself with his impressive flexibility and kicking ability.
