Rothrock and Roll with the Punches: Surviving Hong Kong Action Cinema

In Rothrock and Roll with the Punches: Surviving Hong Kong Action Cinema, martial arts legend Cynthia Rothrock delivers a gripping, behind-the-scenes look at her groundbreaking journey as one of the few Western women to break into the high-octane world of 1980s and ’90s Hong Kong action cinema. With raw honesty and infectious energy, Rothrock shares the triumphs and bruises—both literal and figurative—of training with top stunt teams, navigating a male-dominated industry, and earning respect in a culture where she was often the outsider. Packed with untold stories, cultural clashes, and adrenaline-fueled set moments, this memoir is an inspiring testament to perseverance, passion, and the power of kicking down doors—on and off screen. Read more