Destin: "Yes, the entire reason I pitched Shang-Chi was to destroy scooters."

The bus fight scene truly is the best beginning of a refreshing action sequence.

I love how he gives credit to everyone involved, be it the entire stunt team or the people playing the extras on the bus :)

Destin's low energy is oddly, high energy.

That whole scene is really one of the best action sequences in the whole of MCU history. Most relatable moment is that woman screaming "NO!" when Shang-Chi grabs her laptop to defend himself and it gets sliced in half... I felt her pain...

Destin trying so hard not to call the blade hand stand in a didlo is great.

This and skyscraper construction fight, seriously impressive

Dude gives props to virtually every one including the extras. I think if this breakdown was 3 minutes longer, he would have been thanking their food and beverage department. Respect.

I love Destin isn't acting like a Hollywood big shot. Dude still carries his indie roots and credits a number of people in various shots.

Every fight scene in this movie was a choreographic masterpiece. Loved every second.

The bus scene will become an iconic action movie scene. Made me miss 90s action movies.

I want to comment that the music in this scene is absolutely the perfect match for it. The second Simu takes that first punch in the 120fps and the low modulated bass enters in the bg really made that moment pop even more. It's minimal and effective. Love it! favorite scene in the movie

Notice that Destin was putting some emphasis on Shang-Chi's jacket being reversible? When he and Katy went to Macau, I didn't realize he was wearing the same jacket he wore on the bus, only it was reversed showing the Yellow/Blue inlay. I think Destin was pointing this out to show that the jacket somehow represented Shaun's secret identity being hidden all this time. But when the bus fight scene happened, Shang-Chi's true self was coming out, and his jacket was also showing its reverse side when he used it to fend off the goons. And after he revealed and confessed to Katy who he really was on the plane, Shang-Chi started wearing the jacket's reverse side. If this was what Destin was trying to convey, that's a really cool touch that I never realized while watching the movie. Or maybe Shaun just hadn't had enough money to buy another jacket so he went for a reversible one, so . . . . (surge)

I wish I could see Destin break down the entire movie like this.

He seems SO chill.. the contrast between that and the amazing kinetic action he directed is amusing and very cool as well.

Shang-Chi is noticeably (and easily) the Marvel movie with the most committed and passionate set of professionals ever. The way the whole team worked tirelessly to make sure everything would be perfectly in sync and that every take would be carefully planned and thought out and perfectly executed is just so refreshing. We love to see it ♥️

The idea of a "family drama wrapped in a Kung Fu movie" is what interested me in the film. It came through in the marketing as well. Just overall an excellent job and the first memorable viewer experience I've had in some time.

I just realized that Shang-Chi was wearing the same jacket later on in the movie but it was just reversible as explained @4:30 The way I see it, it can also be interpreted as him having two sides that is finally revealed in this scene. Much respect to the attention to details in this movie.

I like it. It was like a fusion of Jackie Chan and Jet Li. The jacket was totally Jackie Chan but the physical crispness of the movement was all Jet Li.

“When I initially pitched this to Marvel. it was just a lot of what if scenarios.” Ultron: *[heavy breathing]*

“Hey, you’re that martial arts guy on UKposts right?” “Call me Shang Chi!” “Ok Shang Chi, do a flip!”

My #1 gripe with Marvel movies is the copy and paste action sequences. This film really shines because none of the fight scene are remotely forgettable.

I just wanna see how far down Destins shirt goes.

It’s amazing how two minutes of a scene can be shot in different places and put together like it was shot in the same place. Amazing 🤩

The bus fight scene was sooooooo freaking brilliant!!! I wish Destin continued explaining the rest of the scene, how they made the continuous shoot of Shang-Chi beating and throwing the three goons out of the bus, and how they shot the bus splitting in half when Katy made the sharp turn. Shang-Chi and Katy are a really great team! These two are virtually joined at the hip. (Even though Shaun was lying to her about who he really was for ten years). I hope we can see more of their teamwork and friendship dynamic in the next Shang-Chi movie. I wish Destin could also explain the Macau Scaffolding Fight Scene!

I appreciate that Destin gives credit where credit is due to the team.

best fight scene in the entire mcu imo

really cool film. didn't know the director is such a cool guy himself. Hats off to you, Destin. great choice in casting Yuen Wah and Tony Leung. HK screen legends. Mahalo.

This man is a quiet emperor a ruler with such grace and honors everyone he works with We need him in Hollywood!!!

Katy instinctually steering the bus to the left and it helping Shang chi get to the top is such a subtle, yet masterful piece of choreography. I didn't even put that together when i watched.

Never knew this Destin guy before Shang-Chi but now he's definitely on my list of top directors. He REALLY blew far beyond average MCU expectations.

I can't wait for the Corridor Crew to eventually cover this & the bamboo scaffolding/Death Dealer scene. I also love that (I think) Simu Liu did the majority of his stunts.

An incredible scene that raised the bar for future films.

Please Marvel Studios, give us more of this, and less of the obnoxious quick cut, shaky cam close up style of editing that literally no one likes. I begeth of thee

I love breakdown and analysis videos like these😭😭like ugh we could really stay here and breakdown a scene for hours bruv I love that stuff

The way Destin talks about the crew is v humble and heartwarming, what a film and what a scene he has brought us

"You got this, bro!" "My bad."

he's a great director, shang chi was incredible

now make a breakdown for the bamboo forest fight scene between ying li and wenwu!! my eyes were glued to the screen the entire time :D

The way he talks sound very soothing.

He didn't talk about the part when Shang-Chi got back in the bus after Katy opened the door for him and he kicked all the bad guys out of the bus while it was going through the tunnel. I get chills every time Shaun gets into position to fight off all the bad guys. The whole bus scene is amazing.

This scene and the fight between Shang Chi's parents are hands down the best choreographed and visually stunning

I’m so glad he directed this film! He is an incredible filmmaker and, as expected, he completely knocked it out of the park with Shang-Chi. And yup, this bus scene is electrifying 👊

That fight with the jacket, my brain automatically says that JACKIE CHAN vibes there right there!

Always great to learn about how these epic scenes were filmed. The bus fight is definitely a main highlight of the film. I love how Destin gives credit where it's due

Katy: “Does he look like he can fight?” Shang-Chi: Wow, what are you trying to say?

this fight scene is one of the most badass ones ive seen in a LONG time they really killed it with the music choice, too

what I love about marvel films are, they're consistent either about where the prop take place, or like the surrounding that matched inside and outside the bus. I hope Destin keep working on Shang-chi because if it's another director it would lose the uniqueness which made Shang-Chi different with another Marvel film

4:31 That REVERSIBLE JACKET is the most DOPE, i watched the movie like 3 times and only notic Shang Chi wear the same design jacket in the bus fight scene and when he visit his sister, thought that was 2 different jacket tho... small details that's hard to notice are so beautiful!

We've got lots of movies featuring great martial artist choreographing fight scenes only to be muddled by choppy quick cuts. Snake Eyes, had Iko Iwais yet so many cuts It takes Marvel to trust the choreographers/actors and stay with the fight scene. The fight is rrallt awesome and reminisce of old cantonese kung fu movies. I wish other movies would do this

You guys should watch Destin's other movies - Short Term 12 and Just Mercy. Absolute masterpieces. Glad he's getting more attention.

This scene solidified that the action in the movie would be a breath of fresh air and it absolutely was. Much-needed dynamics added to a franchise with action that often feels cut-and-paste.

This whole movie was so well done, but this scene in particular was one of the best Marvel scenes of all time! Amazing job to everyone that worked on it!

One of the best movies of this year! Cheers to you, and everyone else that helped create this masterpiece. Bring on the sequel! 👊

i love how this guy is shouting out his team so much

If you put it at 1.25x playback speed, he sounds like a normal paced person

Such a pleasure to see the director explaining this!! Excellent movie man!!!! Thank you for bringing one of my favorite superheros to life 🙏🏽🙌💪

Lol at the director's hatred for them electric scooters

Destin really made the movie worth it. Less Talk, More Action. Reminds me of 80's/90's hk,chinese action movies. Totally loving it.

This bus scene will be forever iconic in the MCU just like the famous Airport fight in Civil War... or Hulk vs Iron Man in Age of Ultron... one of those action scenes that really sticks.

4:43 Now I know why I loved this fight scenes so much. They reminded me of Jackie Chan and I love his movies.

Destin Daniel Cretton is truly an amazing director blessed with a lot of vision...

One of the best marvel origin story to ever be made. Keep it up Mr. Cretton :)

every element in this scene is so important and amazing. props to the entire crew who were a part of this incredible movie 🙌🏽

Destin: "We wanted to convey how Shang-Chi and Katie were instinctively a team that worked perfectly in synch..." One second later: Shang-Chi slams into the doors Katie didn't open

Let me take a moment to say, please watch Short Term 12 (2013), written & directed by this brilliant man.

why i can't stop watching this movie. The fight scenes all throughout just unbelievable.

I had goosebumps watching this in the theater. Truly amazing

That is definitely one of the best scenes in any marvel film

I want to hug him. This movie is immaculate.

He did such a great job! He made this movie his own.

Did not expect an action sequence like this to draw me into the movie like this one did.

This scene was truly amazing, but the fight on the scaffolding really gave me goosebumps. I couldn’t imagine being KT in that moment holding on for dear life while people are tumbling all around me and I’m the only one without that incredible fighting skill. Like a kitten in a tree.

I thought he was going to write “Reveal” but then he wrote “Reversible” Plot twist

Everyone: Enjoying the filmmaking process of this scene. Me: Enjoying the same thing. Also me: “What does his hat say?”

This movie was SO good! Thank you for everyone who were part of making it happen!

Growing up in San Francisco, the Muni scene brought back high school times. 👏

As someone who loves my bomber jackets, that fight part using the jacket was bloody awesome. I mean, the whole scene is brilliant of course, but just wasn’t expecting him to use it in the fight. Great movie! So proud of everyone involved in making this a Marvel masterpiece.

Legends. This whole scene is amazing. The soundtrack top notch. Everything. Iconic.

Watching the video on 1.25x makes it sound like he's speaking at normal speed 😂 (much much love and respect to the man, the crew, and the cast)

Really hoping Marvel is already working on a Shang-Chi trilogy with Destin as director🤞

So freaking stoked for Destin! Chee! I’m amazed at his directorial skills and excited to see what he comes out with in the future.

Kudos to the entire team of Shang-Chi for giving us this incredible film.

Thank you for talking us through all that. Very inspiring as a film maker to watch you explain so thoroughly. Seeing how the basics of storytelling like character beats, story arc and expectation subversion can have a place even in a gigantic complicated blockbuster.

4:07 is it just me or do their grunts match the beat of the soundtrack

Man is there a cliff notes version of this long video? Much RESPECTS to All involved indeed!

Seriously one of the best fight scenes I've ever seen. Well done everybody!

This scene was SO AMAZING! Everything! Choreography, story development....As a muso, the music was SOOOO AMAZING!

Amazing how the chillest, monotone, expression-void director got some exhilarating performances... for some of the movie.

This guy is absolutely brilliant!! This scene is one of the best scenes in any super-hero movie ever.. It's like Speed meets Spiderman 2 train sequence..but better

the bus scene really set the action for the movie and i was really all eyes on shang chi :” props to destin as a director

I would literally watch something like this as a legitimate show. It's fascinating the minute details that are created for frames. Our brain's pick these changes up and emotions fire first as you get to stay in the movie universe.

As a non-fan of origin movie, I gotta say that this is one of the best and entertaining origin movie that I can follow. As the story progress, it doesn't really feel like a typical MCU movie which is very refreshing after the MCU burnout.

I love the moment when Shang-Chi first punch the guy in slo-mo and the soundtrack is a low bass. So cool.

wow a full 20min breakdown. thanks VF!!

The music to go with scene was perfect

Destin looks like a younger Asian Samuel L Jackson.

I really appreciate the driector's notes, wow. What a beautiful soul, thank you~

Thank you for perfectly explain all this

Short Term 12, Destin's first feature, is one of my favourite films. I was so happy when he got this big Marvel movie.