Awesome Fat Guy of the Week

So it is Friday. And that means it is time for the Awesome Fat Guy of the week. I know I missed last week, but I explained that.

So let's move on.

This week I will be talking to you about Sammo Hung. So click the jump and lets get started.


Sammo Hung (Hung Kam Po)was born on January 7th, 1954. He attended the China Drama Academy which was a Peking Opera School. He was there for seven years. These schools were not known for their sensitive teaching methods. Under the rigorous regime he excelled. Eventually becoming the foremost member of the Seven Little Fortunes performing group. One of the other members was none other than Jackie Chan himself.

There is a lot more to it than that. The important thing for you to know is that he worked his ass off. And in doing so made a name for himself. You may know about Jackie Chan, but that is only because of Sammo Hung. Sammo broke into the entertainment business first. He even starred with Jackie in some of his earlier movies.

Now unto the good stuff. Not only is Sammo and actor but he is also a directer and action choreographer. He excels at the latter two but the former is of more interest to me.

Did you see that. That is from the movie Paper Marriage. Here watch another.

That one was more recent.  It was from Dragon Squad. How about one more?

That is Sammo Hung fighting Donnie Yen in SPL: Sha Po Lang. You may now understand how awesome the man is.The man even in his 50's can move better than most people in their 20's. It is amazing to watch. He is the allusive fat action star. Not a silly fat guy in an action movie but a legitimate bad ass.

I rest my case. Check out some of the links for more info and to buy some of his movies.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sammo_Hung

http://www.dragondynasty.com/
Oh and in case the man looks familiar to you. That may be because he starred on a American Prime Time series in the late 90's. It was called Martial Law and co-starred Arsenio Hall. Don't hold that against him.

There is one last thing. Sadly this is not Sammo Hung related. Below is the introduction to my Fat Guy pseudo self help book. I will post the first chapter next Friday. Until then enjoy this small taste.

F.A.T.R.
Following All The Rules.
A guide to being a Big Bad Man.

Introduction.

I see them looking at me, That look that say’s “Hey a fat guy. I bet he’s lazy and smelly.” These are but two of the stereotypes associated with fat men. I am tired of them. But as it is often said there is truth behind every stereotype. I am not lazy nor am I smelly. But some of you are. And you lazy stinking bastards are reflecting badly upon on our brethren and I. This book is my declaration of war. This truly is the battle of the bulge. On one side are my forces. Well dressed, clean, hard working and well mannered. We are Big Bad Men. On the other side is you. Lazy, slovenly and  just all around wrong.

But you are in luck. Though it may be easier to force you to have gastric bypass surgery so that you will be on of those nasty skinny people, I have decided against this. None of our people should be left behind. So I begin and hopefully end the war with this book. What you hold in your hands is a key to a new world. A world of self confidence and self respect, but most importantly a world where you don’t make me look bad.

To do this you must Follow All The Rules. That’s right you have to be F.A.T.R.  And when you are F.A.T.R. you will join the ranks of Big Bad Men everywhere. We will welcome you with open arms. And hell, you know there is nothing better than a fat guy hug. So open your mind, close you mouth and breath deep the fragrance of not embarrassing yourself. Let’s get started.