Two talented mixed martial artists received much better roles in the thirdJohn Wickmovie than they did in theStar Warsfranchise. TheJohn Wickmoviesare known for their impressive action, and actors Yayan Ruhian and Cecep Arif Rahman help provide one of the most impressive fight scenes in the series. During theclimax ofJohn Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum, Keanu Reeves' John Wick battles against two assassins played by Yayan Ruhian and Rahman, who are both Indonesian actors and mixed martial artists.
The actors use their impressive skills in mixed martial arts to provide one of thebestJohn Wickfight scenes. The fight scene between the three warriors was instantly very memorable, but was also a reminder of Yayan Ruhian and Rahman’s disappointing roles in theStar Warsfranchise. Four years beforeJohn Wick 3,Yayan Ruhian and Rahman also had roles inStar Wars: The Force Awakensthat left much to be desired.
John Wick 3 Gave Yayan Ruhian And Cecep Arif Rahman Much Better Roles Than Star Wars
The Shinobi Probably Could Have Beaten John Wick
InJohn Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum,Yayan Ruhian and Rahman play the duo known as the Shinobi, a pair of ninja assassins who work forthe High Table. They are also the top students of Zero, the secondary antagonist of the thirdJohn Wickmovie, so they are sent to kill John during the climax of the film. Several times throughout the fight scene, they prove that they are worthy opponents for John Wick, even though he ultimately ends up besting them.
Years beforeJohn Wick 3showed off their fighting skills,Yayan Ruhian and Rahman appeared inStar Wars: The Force Awakensas members of the Kanjiklub, an intergalactic gang who were hunting Han Solo. Yayan Ruhian and Rahman appeared in theStar Warsfilm alongside theirRaidco-starIko Uwais. Therefore, the Kanjiklub featured several members who are skilled in mixed martial arts, but they were never included in a fight scene. Instead, Rey let loose the Rathtars, forcing the Kanjiklub to either flee or get eaten.
John Versus Zero’s Pupils Is One Of The Best Fight Scenes In The John Wick Franchise
The Shinobi Respected John Wick
After their underwhelmingStar Warsroles, it was great to see Yayan Ruhian and Rahman show off their abilities inJohn Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum. In the film, the Shinobi’s fight scene with John Wick is several minutes long and includes many long shots that make it clear all the actors involved are performing their own stunts. Utilizing longer takes, rather than quick cuts, showcases how talented both Yayan Ruhian and Rahman are.
The Shinobi are honored to be facing the legendary John Wick, and they make that clear to him throughout their fight.
Even though the Shinobi are trying to kill John Wick, the fact that they respect Reeves' iconic character adds an interesting dynamic to the fight. The Shinobi are honored to be facing the legendary John Wick, and they make that clear to him throughout their fight. Once John bests them at the end of the fight scene, he also pays respect to the two assassins, making it clear that the feeling was mutual. This unique element cements this fight as one of the best in theJohn Wickfranchise.
John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum
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John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum is the third film in the John Wick franchise. After having taken down a High Table crime lord in the second movie, John has a bounty placed on him and is now excommunicated from the guild. With a $14 million price tag on his head and danger at every turn, John will fight his way worldwide to stay alive and find a way out of the situation, which is spiraling out of control.
Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens
Star Wars: The Force Awakens takes place 30 years after the fall of the Galactic Empire. It follows Han Solo and new allies, including Finn and Rey, as they confront the rising threat of Kylo Ren and his army of Stormtroopers while seeking the elusive Luke Skywalker.
