The John Wick films has been a series revered for its brutal action. But this raw on-screen display isn’t due to the choreography alone. In fact, a large portion of what we see is all thanks to Keanu Reeves and his incredible work ethic. And by work ethic, I mean insane combat training– both armed and unarmed.
In the videos below, watch a fifty-year-old Keanu Reeves drill through BJJ and firearms techniques for the John Wick films.
No punches pulled, no blank shots.
And for those with a longer attention span…
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