Roger Yuan's extensive career in the film industry has been marked by his versatility and accomplishments. As a martial arts fight trainer, action coordinator, actor, writer, and producer, he has garnered widespread recognition and acclaim. His work has spanned multiple continents, including the US, UK, Hong Kong, China, Thailand, India, and Vietnam, allowing him to cultivate a global appeal.
Roger's expertise extends to a wide range of martial arts styles and unique physical training regimens. He has trained several notable actors, including Michelle Pfeiffer, Rene Russo, John Cusack, Michael Madsen, Henry Cavill, Jason Flemyng, Jennifer Lawrence, Keanu Reeves, and Daniel Craig.
In addition to his work as a trainer, Roger has also choreographed action sequences for numerous films, such as Son of the Pink Panther, Death Becomes Her, Ella Enchanted, Black Dynamite, X-Men: First Class, 47 Ronin, and the 50th anniversary 007 film, Skyfall. His impressive resume also includes Once Upon a Time in Vietnam and Warcraft.
Roger made his acting debut in Red Corner alongside Richard Gere. As an actor who performs his own stunts, he earned the respect of Hong Kong action luminaries Jackie Chan, Yuen Biao, Sammo Hung, Jet Li, and Chow Yun Fat. He has also worked with renowned action directors Dee Dee Ku, Dion Lam, Hung Yan Yan, and Steven Ching su Tung.
Roger's ability to balance comedic roles with action has led to notable performances in Warner Bros.' Chandni Chowk to China and Sony's Black Dynamite. In 2015, he will appear in Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon: the Green Destiny, playing the lead role of Iron Crow, which was personally chosen by director and action legend Master Yuen Woo Ping.
