Why Did Chuck Norris & David Carradine Never Stop Fighting? Producer/Director Steve Carver Remembers

World Karate Champion pitted against KUNG FU's TV star seemed to be the perfect matchup for a blockbuster movie. And...it was! The movie, from Producer/Director/photographer Steve Carver was "Lone Wolf McQuade." Turns out the film delivered a fight both on screen and off.
Director Carver, who died of COVID-19 (April 5, 1945-January 8, 2021), had previously worked with both Karate champion Chuck Norris and TV Kung Fu legend David Carradine. Their on-screen styles of fighting were disparate and, during filming of the fight scenes, they clashed and, according to Carver, really went after each other. What resulted was a good guy/bad guy chemistry that helped turn the modern day, spaghetti style action movie into a bona fide hit.
An AFI graduate, Steve Carver got his professional filmmaking start cutting trailers for Roger Corman and eventually helmed his first feature film, "The Arena" (1974), for Corman's New World Pictures. Carter's stock company of actors included several of Sam Peckinpah's stalwarts, including L. Q. Jones, R. G. Armstrong and Warren Oates. Plus, he worked with composers Francesco De Masi and Maestro Ennio Morricone. But, Steve's first love had always been photography.
That passion led him to a two decades long project of photographing actors and actresses that resulted in Carver's acclaimed book, "WESTERN PORTRAITS: The Unsung Heroes & Villains of the Silver Screen" (2019, Edition Olms), co-authored by C. Courtney Joyner. The November 2019 book launch and signing was held at The Autry Museum and we taped a special all-star edition of A WORD ON WESTERNS to commemorate the unveiling. Gathered for that event were over 30 of the celebrities whose photos grace the pages. We were proud to host and record the event and so very glad that Steve was able to hear all of the wonderful comments, the congratulations and to bask in the glow of his beautiful book.
This episode of A WORD ON WESTERNS is dedicated to Steve Carver and includes footage not previously seen. It is from July 15, 2015, when we were still taping the interviews in the Autry's cafe. We are all saddened by the loss of our friend and are proud to share his legacy. Rest in Peace.

[@scottsinaz3000]

RIP Steve Carver. Lone Wolf McQuade is one of my favorite movies!

[@whiterook8483]

There was an Atlanta area karate instructor that had a small part in the movie. A very good friend of mine was a student of his. The instructor told my friend that David was drilling the stunt men as hard as he could and that Chuck took offense to this.

[@Sergr1980]

Yes, made me become the alcoholic I am today!

[@matthewdunham1689]

Highly underrated movie.

[@Jason942]

Rest In Peace Steve. I loved Lone Wolf McQuade as a kid.

[@martincolvill5453]

My favorite scene is when Norris is buried in his Blazer, cracks a beer, takes a drink, pours it over himself and then launches himself and the Blazer out of the grave. I cheered the first time I saw it.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Great moments in Cinema History, Martin. Thanks.

[@martywalker1803]

It was a Dodge Ramcharger

[@martincolvill5453]

@@martywalker1803 Absolutely correct. I watched the movie immediately after this episode of Word on Westerns and realized my mistake. Was wondering if anyone would catch my boo boo. Good job.

[@martincolvill5453]

@@AWordonWesterns Thank you for your comment. I absolutely love your show.

[@AegisNova]

Film critic Roger Ebert called it the greatest comeback in film history.

[@alphadriver3020]

Carradine was an actor, period. He simply mimicked martial art moves. Norris was a martial artist first, then his art/skill opened the door for his acting career.

[@tonym994]

Norris was ,for an athlete, a passable actor.

[@Lengsel7]

@@tonym994 Carradine was, for an actor, a passable actor.

[@tonym994]

@@Lengsel7 HA! that's good .and as a martial artist, he was a passable actor. I actually always thought his father and brothers were better than him. but he's arguably the biggest star in the family. I'm a big fan of Woody Guthrie, and I thought David was pretty good in 'Bound for Glory', but never could say he was very good. as the drunk in 'MEAN STREETS' he was outstanding. a small early role. (I often wondered if he got bashed for that scene)

[@jameswright5572]

David Carradine trained with Bruce Lee. Granted Chuck was a better martial artist artist. However Carradine would kick both our asses in his day.

[@tonym994]

Yeah.I don't doubt that in a fight w/ a drunken loud mouth on the street he'd fuck him up. he regarded Martial Arts as something more than play acting. but no actor took Norris lightly as a fighter.

[@geraldshields9035]

And that’s why the movie worked: Genuine antagonism.

[@leehewitson3085]

Me and my dad RIP once watched this 3 times in 1 day when I was on my summer holidays as a kid back in the 80s

[@7percentSolution]

Very sorry to hear about Mr. Carver's passing, and would have loved to have attended this interview. I wish I could tell Mr. Carver that my wife and I have made it a tradition every spring/summer, after the weather warms up, to watch Lone Wolf McQuade and have Mexican beer and a cookout. It makes for a great night of fun and 80's nostalgia. Our best wishes and condolences to his family.

[@AWordonWesterns]

That is such a great tradition, Se7. When we are all able to gather together again, I think that's a nice way for us to honor Steve's legacy. Thanks.

[@bobmac2610]

Rob: Wonderful interview and so sorry to hear about Steve's recent passing. Thank you for sharing.

[@kurtkensson2059]

I'm always amazed at Rob's ability to remember facts and trivia about his guest's work so quickly- often when the guests themselves don't. His preparation for these interviews shows his professionalism. (Something a lot of other interviewers seem to neglect.)

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, KK. I enjoy hearing the stories and I'm glad my interest shows.

[@Rangersly]

Sunday mornings wouldn't be the same without a new Word on Western episode. You really have become a staple, an essential part of my daily routine. Your work is so important because nobody else is giving westerns a voice these days.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Ranger. I'll keep 'em comin' at ya!

[@waynegilchrist1596]

It's really sad to lose another movie maker. It's interesting that Chuck Norris and David Carradine were constantly having personal conflict. I liked both actors and I know their screen persona has little to do with their real life. However no matter what, we are influenced to some degree by the roles they play. I kinda think David was a little bit of a dreamer if he thought he could best Chuck Norris who is the real deal in martial arts and a multiple world champ. I would like to have been a proverbial fly on the wall during this filming. Enjoyed this a lot Rob and I came away with an interesting tidbit ~ Rob Word is a Margarita Man!😊

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Wayne. I'll drink to that!

[@johnwesley8327]

Thanks Rob, another great interview, sorry for the loss of Steve Carver. He seemed like a good guy. Speaking of good guys Chuck Norris is a great person on and off the set. I respect him very much. He is in the same class as John Wayne, Clint Walker and Roy Rogers. Thanks again!

[@louistucker1369]

One of my favorite Chuck Norris movies, along with The Octagon ,Eye for an Eye, A Force of One, Silent Rage and Firewalker. When I was a kid Chuck was in his prime in the 80s type action movies couldn't get enough!

[@theflyingninja1]

Chuck Norris said in an interview with Dick Cavett that he and Carradine were friends and he liked the guy. He just didn't know how to hold back in fight scenes.

[@TheSoleProprietor]

I agree. Chuck complimented David Carradine on his acting. I think Carver was exaggerating or believed differently. So they fought with different styles. So did Bruce Lee... and he was friends with Chuck, also.

[@jeffreywoltz5547]

@@TheSoleProprietor In one interview, David Carradine had said that the 'feud' between him and Chuck Norris was just a publicity stunt. Carradine had also commented that he and Norris were friends.

[@MrDPdrum]

I’m gonna go watch Lone Wolf McQuade again. RIP Steve Carver

[@loayprettyboy206]

Chuck Norris best movie RIP STEVE God bless your soul

[@milesmayhem5440]

RIP Steve and David. Kung Fu and Caine was my very first introduction to martial arts. I loved that show. I first became a fan of Chuck Norris when I got to watch “Good Guys Wear Black”, been a fan ever since. Lone Wolf McQuad is a Chuck Norris favorite of mine. Also enjoyed LQ Jones even Commander Chakotay in the film!

[@mossranchoutdoors7249]

RIP Steve Carver

[@hellfish1413]

There's a street named Chuck Norris. And nobody ever crosses it.

[@jdsheleg8332]

I think I just heard a drum in the background.

[@jimmymoss3240]

Chuck Norris caught the Corona Virus. After chasing it for 3 blocks.

[@rsykesjr]

Rob I looked Steve up and saw that he had just passed away. Very sorry to hear that. Thank you for sharing this video about him and his work.

[@jimross7648]

Lone Wolf McQuade was one of the first movies who used the subgenre tropes of B movies and Spaghetti Westerns into a modern main stream films. It turned a quirky TV star Carradine and a B movie Karate guy Norris into another level of celebrity. It's success changed how studio's viewed material and what projects got green lighted. Rob as someone who had access to how money got allotted, and whose productions got approved, I think it would be interesting to pick films and TV shows whose success and failures changed, or influenced what made it to the public. When you first used much of this footage in relation to the book launch tie-in it was fascinating. Reworked into this tribute it is even more illuminating on multiple levels. Well done and thanks again.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thank you, Jim.

[@guarddog318]

I don't think it's fair to call Norris a "B" movie Karate guy. In the late '70s and early '80s he was a pretty major "acton hero" and made a lot of money at the box office. "Lone Wolf McQuade" was not his first nor even best-known movie at that time. I'm quite sure more people will remember "Way of the Dragon", "A force of One", "An Eye for an Eye", "Good guys wear Black" or any number of other movies rather than it. And at the time, Carradine's biggest claim to fame was "Kung Fu" and a few westerns or other not well-known pictures.

[@suicidebysasquatch4873]

@@guarddog318 Norris was a B movie guy and s terrible actor and this was his best movie by far probably due to the director and the musical score,Caridine as a bad...Chuck was a very poor man's Clint Eastwood in this.He was good in the Bruce Lee Movie but most of his movies are forgettable

[@guarddog318]

@@suicidebysasquatch4873 - Not debating Norris' acting skills, since those have always been 'wooden' at best. It's his vs. Carradine's fighting skills that's the subject of the conversation here. ...and the fact that David Carradine basically had none. Chuck Norris made a lot of money back in the '80s doing martial arts/action movies. And whether they were "A", "B" or "C" quality doesn't really make any difference, since they are the reason he's so well-known today. Anyway, since you're here, what's your guess? Would Carradine kick his ass in a real fight? ( When both were in "fighting" shape. )

[@suicidebysasquatch4873]

@@guarddog318 I'm surprised Chuck didn't give him a touch up during the filming.I remember reading a martial arts magazine from back then and Chuck said Dave kept trying to kick him in the balls or something,frankly I was surprised at all that anybody would consider Caridine a fighter and thought maybe there's something I don't know about him regarding fighting.So clearly Norris would kick his ass unless Caridine was a legit tough man which looking at his lifestyle I doubt he would ever be fit enough to do well in a decent scrap

[@arlineabdalian8974]

Many thanks, Rob, and yes, Steve's passing is a true loss. May God illuminate his soul.

[@JSB1882]

That's sad news. Steve Carver got screwed - he should have been compensated for that TV show.

[@AWordonWesterns]

I agree, Dave.

[@pikachus5m166]

Similar to how Bruce Lee got screwed over a TV series about a wanderer in the Wild West.

[@albundy774]

@@pikachus5m166 And then Carradine played the lead in The Silent Flute aka Circle of Iron which was written by Bruce Lee, James Coburn and Sterling Silliphant

[@glynhannaford7332]

I agree too Dave.

[@Blessedone333AZ]

Oh so you saw all the evidence that was presented during the courts? And you saw the verdict and why the judge said that there were too many differences not enough similarities? That's pretty interesting that you think you know everything without the evidence based on a 17 minute video Lol

[@dff409hobie5]

Just great Rob, very sad we lost Mr Carver, notice when someone got in the light? No tantrum, no screaming the mark of a Good Man and quality human being. Hoping for many more. Take Care Stay Well Cheers

[@Retro_Man_76]

One of the greatest western/action movies of the 1980s. R.I.P. Steve Carver, David Carradine, L.Q. Jones, R.G. Armstrong, and Ennio Morricone.

[@carolynpillsbury2735]

What a Great Interview with Your Friend Steve. I'm so very sorry to hear of his Passing. My Thoughts and Prayers are with His Family and Friends and also with You Rob.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thank you, Carolyn.

[@charlycolis9811]

Made me kind of mad to hear that the two terrific main actors of this movie didn't get along with each other :(( But anyway, in my opinion Steve Carver did a fantastic job to shot this outstanding action sequences in the way he did!!!! The fight between Norris and Carradine belongs to my Top 3 of movie action fights ever put on screen... and, by the way I think thats partly one of the reason why Tarantino casted Carradine for Kill Bill!!!!

[@jozatexan1964]

Wow, what a great tribute to a great guy who contributed so much to the industry.

[@sue7777]

Thanks, Rob, for sharing this interview with a wonderfully creative man. It was fun watching him trying to be tactful while explaining how he and his creativity got screwed over. Another bright, shining soul gone-and if I really needed another reason to look for his "Western Portraits" book, you, Rob, just provided it.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Sue. It's a stunning book. I spoke with L.Q. Jones yesterday who was savoring his copy of WESTERN PORTRAITS.

[@pm2819]

@@AWordonWesterns Is L. Q. as cool as he seems?

[@hiramnoone]

Whoa, they don't teach you Karate in the Air Force. I'm sure Steve meant that Chuck learned it *when* in the Air Force while *stationed* in Korea. Funny story about Barbara saying she could ride a horse. Makes one wonder why they even ask that question when even novices like us know that actors hungry for a part will say yes to anything. Question: "Can you ride a horse?" Answer : "Like Willie Shoemaker." Question: "Can you swim?" Answer: "Like Esther Williams." Question: "Are you afraid of heights?" Answer: "I used to wing walk with an aerial circus." Question: "Do you speak French?" Answer: "Si, Senor." Fun interview with Steve. So sad to learn of his passing.

[@AWordonWesterns]

You caught me on the end of that one, Hiram!

[@chrishorwege1433]

@@AWordonWesterns I was stationed at Osan Air Base, Korea, 1982-1983, the same base Chuck Norris was stationed in 1958 and learned Tang Soo Do at the base gym. When I was stationed there, the base gym was still offering martial arts classes.

[@hiramnoone]

@@chrishorwege1433 I was in the Army and the closest I ever got to a gym during my tenure was a couple of fellow G.I.s named Jim, one a good friend from North Carolina. Air Force I guess being an entirely different species of service.

[@d.b.4201]

@@chrishorwege1433 Thank you!

[@chaucerparks5941]

Tang Soo do was the style of Okinawan Karate that Chuck Norris practiced..✊✌💨🏃

[@jameskenney9192]

I’m very sorry to learn of Mr. Carver’s passing. I wasn’t aware of it until I saw the end of the video. I loved watching Lone Wolf McQuade and An Eye for an Eye as a child. Thanks so much for posting this.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thank you, James. Steve's passing due to Covid was a tragic surprise for us all.

[@georgejetson3702]

RIP to another true artist. We're losing too many too quickly. :-(

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Geo. And this virus isn't helping.

[@leonaduncan3047]

AMEN 🙏

[@jankypop-a-matic58]

Really enjoyed this but rather disturbed to hear of his passing just less than two weeks ago. I hope they published his work/book? RIP Steve!

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, janky. Fortunately WESTERN PORTRAITS was published in Nov 2019. We taped the book launch at the Autry. Over 30 of the actors in the book showed up and I had them ALL on stage together for a once in a lifetime photo. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3ari6hpbtZ0pLM

[@juliusmorgan2292]

one of my fave movies when i was a kid. still pretty high up there now.

[@robatsea2009]

I read of Steve's passing a few days back and was saddened to hear of it. I grew up enjoying his movies, and the insight into his work on his book was of particular interest. One of the genius decisions made for "Lone Wolf McQuade" was hiring Francesco De Masi to compose the score - it simply put a very different spin on the film. Steve had worked with both David Carradine and Chuck Norris previously, and one of Steve's lesser-seen films (undeservedly) is a very fun film titled "Fast Charlie, the Moonbeam Rider" that David stars in alongside vets like L.Q. Jones, R.G. Armstrong and Jesse Vint. It's the story of a cross country motorcycle race during the early years of the 20th Century, so it has western elements to it.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, robat. I'm editing a segment with actor Jesse Vint about that little known film, "Fast Charlie.." Keep your eyes peeled for action!

[@kenshores9900]

Guess of the three Chuck Norris is the only one still alive. Life is fleeting.

[@theflyingninja1]

Long may he continue.

[@alessandromorraco7420]

Steve Carver was a excellent director. He made Lone Wolf McQuade A cult film that was a true jem! You did an excellent interview!

[@jaimealmaguer4585]

Some of my favorite movies growing up, directed by the same man. Lone Wolf Mcquade, Eye for an Eye, Big Bad Mama, The Arena. Much respect to the man. Thanks for posting Rob.

[@t8r507]

What about Breaker! Breaker!

[@jaimealmaguer4585]

@@t8r507 great movie too but don't think it was directed by Steve Carver. The Octogan kicks ass too!

[@gadfly9376]

Norris never fought in a full contact fight like we have today, but he could obviously fight. Carradine couldn't. If Chuck had had any serious malice, David would have been in serious trouble.

[@erikramaekers63]

Carradine was a pretty good martial artist himself

[@johnnyllooddte3415]

norris did fight full contact in asia many times

[@Katzenhase]

Chuck Norris is a current 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, the most effective martial art.

[@tarnsand440]

They most likely didn't like each other because they were too much alike....ego-wise.

[@tarnsand440]

@@erikramaekers63 Carradine's knife fight choreography in The Long Riders was impressive. I love that movie! All 4 sets of brother actors did a fine job. Btw; is that a first in a movie..especially a western where they actually play 4 sets of brothers as well?

[@takkmoran9770]

Fascinating interview Rob, but very sad at the same time. Steve Carver was obviously great at what he did and the kind of guy I would like to have heard much more from. But to then find out he passed away a few days ago is disturbing. Still, at least there is this great interview for posterity, that's something.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, takk. We've posted a couple of other interview with Steve when his book was published. His death is such a shock.

[@takkmoran9770]

@@AWordonWesterns I will check them out Rob, thanks!

[@beardedroofer]

Do you know what's under Chuck Norris' beard? Another fist. Chuck would pound Carradine, he is an honest to goodness Badass.

[@txmetalhead82xk]

Carradine was fast but due to his lack of martial arts mastery, telegraphed his moves. Chuck had already been in competitive karate events throughout his life. On the other hand, kudos to David Carradine for standing toe to toe against the great Chuck Norris.

[@NormanLedoyen]

So good to see this again in memory to a great director/photographer. Thanks for reposting this Rob

[@vxy357]

When Carradine's character pimpslaps McQuade's daughter during the fight, my cousin, who was watching the movie, said "That's yo ass right there!".

[@davidburroughs2244]

This interview gave me one of my most special "Oh, my ... there is a lot of good stuff going on here." And, took me into facets of those experiences of which I had no clue. Thank you.

[@douglasthompson9482]

fabulous interview....loved it. I did not realize Mr. Carver had passed....a genius and very well respected. Thank you Rob for these wonderful insights into the greatest actors and films. Westerns , there is nothing better.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Douglas.

[@ViciousAlienKlown]

Sad the Steve Carver passed away, I'm sure he's directing a masterpiece in Heaven.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, VAK.

[@kenshores9900]

I would imagine Norris and Caradine were a handful. Good interview.

[@jozatexan1964]

No comparison. Chuck was the real deal and David was an actor with dance skills.

[@kenshores9900]

@@jozatexan1964 Agreed! Caradine was odd to be polite.

[@raywideman7157]

Carradine seemed like a strange cat. Everyone knows he wasn’t really a martial artist, but I do think he wanted to look credible on film so I could see him being a perfectionist type, or at least being very vocal about how he came across on screen. By all accounts Chuck Norris was a pretty agreeable guy, but as a serious martial artist, HE was concerned with it looking realistic. None of his movies are like traditional movie fight scenes where the protagonist takes on and defeats 50 guys, Chuck knew that wasn’t realistic, so he tried to make it loom more believable And he “westernized” martial art fight scenesin his movies. So I can see him being very vocal as well

[@VgnRaj]

Adding those movie clips really makes these interviews more enjoyable. Thank you.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Glad you like them, Raj. Thanks.

[@speedracer1945]

I remember watching this on Super Tv in the mid 80s . One of favorite Norris films this and Code of Silence.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Two good ones, Speed.

[@marshaldillon4387]

Very interesting show today Rob. Thank You for this one.

[@thomasmcnab5068]

Hi Rob...the interview with Steve Carver taught me a lot!....May he rest in peace!...Thank you for the video!...Please continue with your excellent work!....Take care!

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thank you, Thomas, I will!

[@CraigWinstanley1]

So sad to learn Steve Carver died in Los Angeles from Covid-19 on January 8, 2021, at age 75.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Very sad. Thanks, Craig.

[@romanfields7900]

Heart attack

[@johnlober2947]

FFS. He did not die from COVID. How easily manipulated some people are just numbs the mind.

[@Slipmahoney21]

So many people die from other things that have COVID 19. They claim the death was caused by it when really it is other things. Wake up America.

[@benitomaldonado7080]

Every day people are waking to the fact that our beliefs are manipulated by the news . I once was blind but now I see .

[@Slick2462]

I always enjoy WOW on Sunday mornings. Rob you have produced another fine episode. Kudos to you!👍😊

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, slick.

[@Beeznitchio]

This is why I like KZbin interviews. "Can I tell a short story real quick?" "Make it long."

[@chrisgdyer]

Thank you for making and posting this very informative and entertaining feature. ❤️

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Chris. Our pleasure!

[@johnny5805]

He was 75 ? Wow ! He looked great. RIP.

[@danielpfeifer8270]

Rob, another wonderful show. I was saddened at the end to see that Steve had passed. Was he a little nervous to be interviewed? He came across as really genuine. Thanks again Rob.

[@AWordonWesterns]

He was very nervous, Daniel. A scheduled guest did not show up that day so I talked Steve into being interviewed. He didn't want to do it, saying that he was more comfortable behind the camera. I am so glad he agreed!

[@bluey7007]

Another wonderful interview rob..never expect anything else..

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Blue.

[@buxxbannerspov30]

Hollywood legend has it that director Robert Clouse had similar temper problems with Rod Taylor and William Smith, while filming "Darker Than Amber." The result; another great fight sequence on film.

[@hiramnoone]

Liked Rod as an actor, but my money would be on Smith. Likewise on Chuck vs Carradine. Or just about anybody else for that matter.

[@scottjackson1420]

Buxx, is Darker Than Amber a movie based on the Travis McGee novel by MacDonald? I've never heard of such a movie. If this is McGee movie, I'm going to seek it out.

[@hiramnoone]

@@scottjackson1420 It is. Yeah, I read all those JD Macdonald books too. Why they never made a series of McGee based films I can't figure.

[@TERoss-jk9ny]

@@hiramnoone: I’m curious, are you the host of “LandumCgoesthere”? Your knowledge is awesome.

[@buxxbannerspov30]

@@scottjackson1420 "Darker Than Amber" was based on the MacDonald Novel...Taylor was, for my money a GREAT McGee, with Theo Bikel as Meyer...the picture has NEVER been released on DVD, except bootlegs...there are clips of the climatic fight scene on youtube...it is brutal...I've heard various reports...one claim is that Taylor hit Smith with a non-breakaway lamp in the head...I've also heard that both actors were hospitalized after the scene...? Great flick.

[@PaulKyriazi]

I really enjoyed the information Steve gave about his photographs.

[@alanderson9711]

The back stories are the best, Rob. I saved this for late Sunday evening. As a Marine I remember cheering for Chuck to roundhouse the smirk off of David’s face. I’ll bet that you did too. And I can ride- Barbara-wow.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Al.

[@mattymessner9185]

Thanks for this awesome interview. Still love and own this movie. Gonna go watch it now

[@acallwood8478]

I remember seeing "Lone Wolf McQuade" at 13. Loved it then love it now. Always longed for a sequel. Thank you for sharing...

[@AWordonWesterns]

My pleasure!

[@Ronin4614]

Hey, Rob. Jim Perry here with a screen name change for me that goes back to my military days. An outstanding interview that gives us a very nice look at directors, how they work and what they do. Thank you so much. Take care, amigo.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Jim. You don't seem very angry to me.

[@Ronin4614]

@@AWordonWesterns It was a call sign that was assigned to me......back in the day. There is a story behind it, like most off the long term call names.

[@ernestbamburg329]

Really great stuff Rob, your doin the westerns proud

[@lewisclark5694]

Amazing and informative. Thank you, again.

[@marcosaraiva9205]

It takes me back in time to ! Thanks for doing that !

[@AWordonWesterns]

You bet!

[@paulstan9828]

Nice interview as always. So sad, covid has taken so much.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Paul.

[@wmunny6799]

Like you said Mr. Rob Word, fascinating interview! 👏👏👏

[@owie4070]

Thank you for posting this.

[@AWordonWesterns]

You're welcome, Owie.

[@SammLloy481]

Alright. A great video here Rob. Very interesting.

[@alvilla9659]

Great interview Robb. I'm sorry Steve passed away. A great talent.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Al.

[@donnastedham9822]

Great interview.

[@davidhosscowart5849]

Great interview. Thanks RW!

[@AWordonWesterns]

Glad you enjoyed it, Hoss. thanks.

[@antoniosabattini775]

He must've passed only recently... looks in pretty good shape here. RIP. Lone Wolf McQuade definitely one of the best movies of the 80s. Reminds me of my teenage years. I watched it so many times I can't count how many. It's one of those films that never get old. Like Jaws or The Thing.

[@nicolaasvanroosendael697]

Had a friend who was director and photographer. Giorgio Mangiamele here in Australian. First Ausfilm To qualify for Cannes "Clay".1964? He only shot stills on a Hasselblad in black and white. What is spoken in this clip is true To the core of stills photography.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Nic

[@glynhannaford7332]

RIP Mr Carver, a very intelligent, knowledgeable and likeable man.

[@atwaterpub]

Rob, you are Mr. Entertainment. Thanks for uploading. Peace out.

[@marcosaraiva9205]

Great interview !

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks again, Marco.

[@killthahippie]

Lone wolf, was the first movie to take shoot em up and martial arts movies .. I mean chucks movie the octagon flirted with it and there had been a couple of shooot em ups where there was some martial arts but lone seems to be the one that put them together .. many great action films came from this formula

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Dom. LONE WOLF McQUADE certainly set a high bar. Still a terrific movie.

[@Dularr]

You should check out Red Sun (1971) featuring Charles Bronson, Toshirô Mifune

[@joshuanewburger]

that crowd isLIVE😆hell of a story

[@desertfox3860]

Wow, amazing interview! Thanks. I'd love to see the book.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, Foxy. I think you'll really enjoy the book. Check our our show about the stars. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3ari6hpbtZ0pLM

[@desertfox3860]

@@AWordonWesterns Thanks, I just watched it and don't know how I missed it the first time around. Well done.

[@wiseguymaybe]

Don't mind me saying so, you are such a great interviewer, Rob . Better than any talk show host today. I'm curious , when did you do this interview?

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, larry. Much appreciated. The date of the taping, July 15, 2015, is supered at the beginning of the episode and is also in the description, which includes additional facts.

[@stevejohnson6858]

"Their styles were so different" Yes, to say the least. Norris was a martial artist while Carradine was an actor who dabbled in martial arts. I think therein lies the key difference in their 'styles'.

[@albundy774]

I'm sure I read somewhere that Chuck Norris thought Carradines fighting style was too slow

[@mistermyself1128]

Carridine only spent most of his life in choreography, boxing, sword fighting, and street fighting diciplines. So what he learned Tai chi later its still was 40 years of his life. Some silly people actually consider boxing a fighting discipline and swords actual weapons.

[@txmetalhead82xk]

Carradine was using Kung Fu and bits of Wing Chun. To me, it was impressive. That forward jump/spring kick was so cool.

[@loommoon2301]

What an amazing upload , thanks so much.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Glad you enjoyed it, LM. Thanks.

[@loommoon2301]

@@AWordonWesterns yes I was always curious about the friction between the two actors. I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of the director. He really seemed like a very nice man .

[@deejin25]

If David Carradine stood toe to toe with Chuck Norris, improvised fight scenes with Chuck Norris where they were actually hitting each other, survived it and came out of that movie with is teeth, and limb function intact and looked the same after that movie as he did before, he's waaay better than I thought he was and he deserves some respect, more than the martial arts crowd has ever given him!

[@bradleyrobinson7552]

Thanks for sharing.

[@AWordonWesterns]

You bet, Brad. Thanks.

[@davidlarimer5924]

Freaking love Lone Wolf McQuade Carradine and Norris going at it Full Tilt awesome

[@m.kane.8638]

Great movie- i met both Carradine and Norris, and found them to be most gracious and kind to their fans-. While Chuck would have wiped the floor with Carradine, I must clarify Bruce Lee did NOT come up with Kung Fu series. That was written and conceived by Ed Spielman. Producers Jerry Thorpe and Alex Beaton have said as much. Herbie Pilato put a book together called “ The Book of Caine”, which details history of show. Bruce was awesome, he simply didn’t come up with Kung Fu show. Sorry to all Bruce Lee apologists.

[@leonaduncan3047]

Chuck Norris is my Champ,I love his " Texas Ranger " shows and still watch them if I can find them. Longmire is a favourite of mine too although I know Chuck doesn't act in it. So sorry to hear about Steve's passing 😢 God bless 🙏 💙 😍oxoxox oxoxox oxoxox

[@leonaduncan3047]

Thanks 😊 🙏

[@jerryscarbrough7746]

Lone Wolf McQuade is probably my favorite Chuck Norris movie. Chuck as a Texas Ranger before Walker.

[@wacobob56dad]

Chuck Norris once said that David Carradine was as good in Martial Arts as he was at acting.

[@Ytnzy250]

Not sure if that was a diss or a compliment 😄

[@firasmassadeh5131]

Chucky Norris is some reference on acting 🤣

[@glynhannaford7332]

Chuck Norris rarely has a good word to say about anyone.

[@milesmayhem5440]

@@glynhannaford7332 he says great things about the troops!

[@txmetalhead82xk]

He said that Carradine was a very good actor. That is all I heard.

[@adameverett7882]

I just watched this movie again the other day

[@matthewdunham1689]

I just thought of something. Chuck was a champion kick boxer who actually spared for real with Bruce Lee. David Carradine was a actor who pretended to be a martial artist. Chuck could've dropped him easy if he wanted to. (Unless master Po really taught Kung Fu to the grasshopper!!!) 😂🤣😆❤❤❤

[@deejin25]

He was trained on set by Doug Wong (Judo) and Kam Yuen (praying mantis) after the series ended he did keep up his training and even had a key to the studio given to him by Yuen. No he wasn't a pro fighter, but then again Steve Carver just said in front of our eyes that during this movie Chuck Norris was blasting him for real and he took it. So he had not only some skill, but enough toughness to take blows from The U.S. Champ who also held "World Titles" for the duration of this movie, which would have been at least two months of filming if not more. And remember Steve Carver said Carradine was hitting Chuck Norris back and the fight scenes were by and large improvised, so I have no doubt that a few of those kicks were full power. from Norris side. This is the biggest proof I've ever heard that Carradine had actual skill.

[@billygunn7180]

@@deejin25 I heard on Howard Stern that Carradine died, while pounding his pud. He had a wig on, and a dress. He was just to bought to have a happy ending and the poor guy past out. I remember watching Kung Fu, when I was a kid. I used to like the Night Stalker, too. Good stuff.

[@NOYOUSHUTUP3.14]

One correction: Chuck Norris was a Karate champion not a kick boxer, but he was accomplished in tournaments all across the world.

[@BT-ve5pv]

@@NOYOUSHUTUP3.14 yes, big difference

[@NOYOUSHUTUP3.14]

@@BT-ve5pv I think he was active from 68' to 77' and as far as wins and losses are concerned it was 180 w's to 10 l's IDK how many draws there were but that's obviously a great record. However in that era it was point Karate and not full contact, I am not saying that to denigrate Mr.Norris's skills as a fighter by any means , if you have seen protective gear from that era if fights were full tilt there would be a pretty high death toll. Norris was a champion many times over and the grainy old films can attest to his skill.

[@Garrett316]

Rip. My wife is from the Philippines and she has seen this living there.

[@kenshores9900]

Remember who is still alive and who is not.

[@TafTabTah]

I've never seen or heard of most of these films. But I love learning about old movies. I find it fascinating

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thanks, 3T.

[@markant9534]

@@AWordonWesterns The martial arts displayed in these fight scenes is duff.

[@theflyingninja1]

Great channel. Subscribed. Would love to see a retrospective on the 'East meets West' subgenre. Films such as Shanghai Joe, Tiger from the River Kwai and Take A Hard Ride.

[@AWordonWesterns]

Great suggestion! Thanks for joining us.

[@orlandonostagiafever1964]

Great movie my favorite modern western RIP Steve Carver.

[@TWayneD1020]

Thank you all so much !!!!

[@AWordonWesterns]

Thank you too!