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I have
been a fan of Jackie's for a little over
ten years now. I began my interest
in Jackie while I was still in
school. Now I have three children
of my own. I don't feel
uncomfortable with having my children
watch Jackie's films. I feel he is
an incredible role model for people of
every race, religion, upbringing, and
generation. He has overcome such
incredible odds in his life, and although
the challenges of life have changed, he
continues to meet his challenges head
on. He always remains true to
himself, and in doing that, remains true
to his fans. His amazing energy,
and enthusiasm is contagious. His
sense of humor, and comic timing are
impeccable. He has an integrity
that is severely lacking in most
Hollywood actors, and directors. He
continually gives his all to entertaining
us as his fans, but he continues to use
his fame to make other differences in the
lives of so many through supporting
charitable foundations, and influencing
children to obtain their full
education and become great at
whatever they want to do. I find myself
holding him up as an example of great
influence in general, everyday
conversations, to provoke thought in, and
inspire the people in my life.
Also, through my interest in Jackie I
have been blessed to come in contact with
so many sweet, and wonderful people who
love and respect Jackie just as I
do. He has managed to bring people
from all over the world together in our
mutual interest. I can honestly say that,
as far as world influence is concerned,
there are only two who are far above
Jackie in the lives of so many, and that
is my Father in Heaven, and his son Jesus
Christ. I believe that God has
blessed us with someone like Jackie to
help influence us to stay true to our
moral course, but he has chosen to show
us too, that in Jackie's humanity, he has
made mistakes. Instead of running
from those mistakes,he has taken
responsibility for them. I could
probably come up with a few more reason's
for loving Jackie, and respecting him the
way I do, but I'm afraid I have gone on
long enough. I know that his warm, and
loving fans all understand exactly what I
mean.
Yvonne
M. Wood ( heartofwood1@juno.com
I remain a
fan because Jackie's films continue to
blow me away -- even the ones I don't
care for as much as others. There's
always something worth watching in a Chan
film, and very often, there's something
more to discover, even after the 20th
viewing. He's not always the best at
everything IMHO, but he's unique in so
many ways. That's not to say I'm less of
a Chan fan than the next person ... it
merely means that my viewpoint on fandom
and how I enjoy what and who I enjoy may
be different from someone else.
Also, he is not my sole film interest
– but between Jackie and the other,
I have wonderful bases for contrast and
comparison -- what is lacking in one is
made up for in aces by the other and vice
versa. Ah, what fun it is for me!
:-D
That, my
friends, is a key to life: One
never can have too much fun, and Jackie's
films provide plenty! Bring on the
Chan films! I didn't become a fan of
Jackie Chan because of Jackie The Person;
I became a fan of what Jackie Chan does
on film, and I remain so these 4 years
later because he's always looking for and
presenting the interesting and the clever
(look at so many of the small bits that
are so emorable in his films) and he
still is a wonderful cinematic example of
what the human body can do. He's neither
a savior nor a great inspiration to me in
my life; he did not land on my doorstep
during a crisis or when I needed a boost.
Rather, he has given me a community of
friends who enjoy a common
interest. To me, that's a gift of
*huge* proportions, for friends and loved
ones with whom to share an interest are
very important. At least, to me they are,
so forgive me if I choose to gush about
my Chan friends more than I would gush
about Jackie Chan himself ... my Chan
friends are a warmer part of my life
:-)
Some
actors do strive for better achievements
both for their own creative satisfaction
and for their fans, but Jackie somehow
has created an entire world, a universe
of Chan-ism, that perhaps other stars
have not achieved. Most likely, they do
not chose to live their lives so
fan-oriented as Jackie does for their own
private reasons; I accept that as a
reasonable thing. Jackie has chosen
(consciously or subsconsciously) to live
not only for his movies but also for his
fans, and in many cases, his fans live
for him. However you see yourself
fitting into this World Of Chan, he
offers a win-win situation to those who
want it. That's pretty incredible.
Next
testimony ... :-)
Jeanne
ChanManFan@aol.com
Oh my where do I begin? I've been a
fan for 9 years now and I admit at first
I was a silent fan because not too many
people knew who Jackie was in the
US. Until 1995 of course.
What keeps me going to favor
Jackie? Looking forward to
something new, his warm personality, and
the dedication he puts in his
films. He leaves his door open for
anyone to walk through. He puts his
life on the line to give us the thrill we
dream of. However for me, it's the
comical side of Jackie Chan that keeps me
thrilled. I love to laugh and he
makes me laugh. He can make the
world laugh a hundred times over with
just a single expression. Through
Jackie I have met so many other wonderful
Chan Fans who I can relate to and are
just as enthusiastic about Jackie as I
am.
Carrie
(Jade) jadeeyezzz@aol.com
Big
question...I think the short answer is
that I like his honesty to both himself
and his fans and I like his lack of
pretence. I remember reading how
after one particular sequence during the
filming of First Strike he was out with
everyone else helping to clean up.
The same sort of thing happened on
location in Melbourne with Mr Nice
Guy. He could be a star, stomp off
to his dressing room and say call me when
you've finished but the fact that he has
consideration for others makes him so
much more than just a star.
Ian
D.G. chillie-bin@connect.net.au
I am a
Jackie fan for many reasons, one of which
is the fact that Jackie is so unique and
covers such a diverse range of talents -
actor, stuntman, director, and even
stuntman, he's done it all. For the most
part, he's also done it better than any
of the Hollywood action wannabes. Another
big reason is the fact that while the
Hollywood action heroes play at being
action heroes on screen, Jackie really
only ever portrays himself on screen. The
fact that he can just be himself and
STILL have such a hugefan following is a
great gift. I guess I've also remained a
fan because of who Jackie is - he seems
to beone heck of a guy! Honest, charming,
kind, and, above all, he's human. The
human side is what really makes me watch
his movies over and over again - when
he's doing a dangerous stunt, it's really
him. When he's acting, he's acting as
himself. When he's fighting, he never
portrays himself as a superhero - just as
himself. I don't think any other star has
enough honesty to really show themselves
on screen, or even in interviews. They
always wear that glitzy Hollywood mask
that seems to come with stardom, while
Jackie Chan merely plays Jackie Chan, and
hope that the audiences will love him.
Which we
do, of course!
Debbie
dee.dee@ntlworld.com
I'm a
fairly short-time fan, having become
"rabid" only in the past six
months. However, I still have not
found any reason not to stick with my
wild admiration of the man and his
work. He is truly an interesting
individual as well as an extremely hard
worker with a vast and varied talent to
entertain. He has power and therefore
authority through his directing, holding
himself and others to the highest
standards to make the best movies he
can. Yet, one hears only praise
from those he's worked with, never that
he's abused that authority. That's
amazing and laudable! And though he
has this "big brother" side to
him, he chooses to reveal a humbler, more
diffident and comic personality in his
films. I find him utterly charming
and charismatic and yet vulnerable and
sensitive of those around him.
What's not to like? I wish I had
more of his qualities. And there's that
total giving of himself and his art to
his fans. I almost feel driven to
give something back to him in return for
what he's so eagerly and at great
sacrifice given us. In some ways, I
feel almost sorry for him, because he's
made his fans/movies more important than
his own personal
life/relationships. And yet, I
think that's exactly why he draws
me...hmmm, a paradox...
Hope that
makes sense...
Val
(kickingkat) ebony_sash@hotmail.com
I'm a
Jackie fan since my childhood here in
Brazil,I used to see his movies on tv,
but I became a "Chan
addicted" about six months ago.When
I saw "Who am I" on
cable.Fascinating movie.I literally fell
for Jackie.It was Love at first FIGHT !
:-) I admire him for his work? his
dangerous fight scenes? his movies? Sure
for all that .But I truly admire him for
his personality.His sense of humor gives
him charisma to conquer more and more
hundreds of fans around theworld these
days. Most actors in this genre does not
have charisma.Most of them aren`t
expressive as he is.Does not know how to
enjoy themselves or their work. I don't
believe his success is due JUST to his
capabilities. Of course, he is an amazing
fighter,a REAL MASTER, a modern Dragon.
But he's talent goes beyond that part.
He's truly a very inteligent man, and if
you read some of his interviews,you'll
know what I am talking about.I love the
way he talks about life. He's a well
prepared and capable director,
producer,comedian, singer! he's
done of all.Jackie full fill my
expectations.He also demonstrates that
he's part of a group, a team he works
with,not that he's the TEAM by himself. I
love his lack of pretence, as Ian
refreshed our memory so well.Thank you
Ian!
As Val
described , " he's a extremely hard
worker with a vast and varied talent to
entertain." very well said! and
Debbie, I also pray for him. I get worry
about all the risk his put himself
everytime he's on the beggining of a new
project. May God continue to protect our
man in everything he does.
Márcia
marcia_pontes@stones.com
I have
only been a fan of Jackies for about a
year and a half and it has been a
wonderful year and a half. I have gotten
to know so much about Jackie and have
also gotten to know SO many wonderful
other Chanfans. What other celebrities
can and have brought SO many fans
together in such a way. I certainly can't
think of any, but that doesn't mean it
hasn't happened. Chanfans are just about
the friendliest people I know. I'm sure I
will ALWAYS be a fan of Jackies because
he is such a down to earth guy. Unlike
alot of other celebrities, he is totally
devoted to his fans and takes the time to
be with them. I have never heard of any
other celebrity who have Fan Tours and
invite the fans to their "home
turf" for fun, games and a chance to
meet them. Again, that does not mean no
one else has done this, I just have never
heard of it. I guess like many others
have said, Jackie is real and he doesn't
put himself above anyone else just
because he is a super star. It seems alot
of other stars think they are better than
the average person just because they made
it to the top - so to speak. And I
understand that they have worked very
hard to get to where they are, but that
still does not make them any better than
anyone else. And Jackie seems to have
this in focus. I really admire him for
that. Not only is Jackie very
appreciative of his fans, Willie and his
staff seem to be so friendly with them
also. You just don't hear about that
much. The other reason I will be a fan of
his forever is that he is such a
respectable person. When he talks about
wanting peace in the world, he is
actually doing something to attain that.
He is always very gracious to others.
Even when they may not say such nice
things about him, he is still respectful
to them and about them. It must be hard
to be so gracious especially to the media
when they say such things about him and
intrude on his private life, but he still
seems to keep his kool for the most part.
I really respect him for that. Well,
those are just a few reasons I think I
will always be a fan of his. Of course, I
absolutely love his movies and his
talent. I am so amazed at the talent
packed into this man. Oh, and his
singing, I just love his singing!
Ok, that's
it, I'm done. Thanks for hearing me out.
Suebee
suebe33@yahoo.com
I've been
a fan of Jackie's for about a
decade. He caught my eye in a TV ad
I saw while visiting Hong Kong.
What keeps me a fan is that he seems to
be the real thing. As a scientist,
I can (and have) actually tested many of
his stunts to see if they obey the laws
of physics. While I cannot prove
scientifically that most of the stunts
where unassisted, I have proven them to
my satifaction. Scientific proof
requires more than can be gotten out of
taking measurements from a movie. I
believe he really does most of the
stunts, and he does them very well (from
a physical point of view). Also, in
analyzing one of the stunts, I learned
something new that I hadn't realized
before (and haven't seen mentioned in
physics textbooks either).
Considering the physics in question is
extremely basic, the fact I've learned
something new is a wonderful gift.
Whether or not he knows it, Jackie has
taught me something. That's quite
an accomplishment for someone with his
background. People with 20 years of
experience after their PhD have taught me
less than Jackie has.
Kim
K J Schaudt and N H Kwong jcphysics@dakotacom.net
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