AWOL (aka Lionheart) [DVD]

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In 2022, Van Damme called on the Brussels parliament to introduce a ban on unstunned slaughter. In a video message to the people of Brussels, he called on the Brussels parliament to ban unstunned slaughter, "as your brothers and sisters in Wallonia and Flanders have done". [110]

In 2023, the game VAN DAMME – Dawn of the Chihuahuas from the French gaming company, AwareCorp Studios was released. In the sci-fi game for mobile devices, which sees Van Damme pairing up with his chihuahua Lola, players save dogs in distress, while helping real rescued dogs. The game also raises funds for various animal rescue organizations around the world. Van Damme stated: "I’m delighted to be taking part in this fantastic adventure game, and to be supporting animal welfare, a cause close to my heart. I’ve always been a dog lover and I’m determined to help abandoned animals who need a second chance. Lola and I are delighted to be contributing to the success of a game that will not only entertain, but also make a real difference to thousands of vulnerable animals." [112] Muay Thai News – Jean-Claude Van Damme vs Somrak Kamsing? Are you serious bro?" AllTheBestFights.com. 18 October 2012Jean-Claude Van Damme is 😊 feeling appreciated in Azerbaijan". Facebook. 20 November 2019 . Retrieved 15 February 2022. Archive". Golden Raspberry Awards. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016 . Retrieved October 11, 2014.

In 1979, he had an uncredited role in André Delvaux's Woman Between Wolf and Dog, a Belgian-French drama film starring Marie-Christine Barrault, and Rutger Hauer. In 2015, he starred in the action thriller film Pound of Flesh, directed by Ernie Barbarash. Also that year, he had a supporting role in a Chinese superhero parody film. Mortal Kombat Episode #313". gamemakers. G4TV. Archived from the original on 8 March 2021 . Retrieved 4 May 2012. Van Damme was considered to play Simon Phoenix in Demolition Man [59] and was briefly considered for the role of Michael Cheritto in Heat. [60] Van Damme at the Cannes Film Festival in 1993 [61] Bates, James (23 September 1994). "Van Damme Gains 'Franchise' Status". Los Angeles Times. Archived from the original on 12 April 2019 . Retrieved 23 August 2010.Nudd, Tim (17 June 2011). "Ad of the Day: Coors Light Jean Claude Van Damme compares the beer to his frozen crotch". Adweek. Chen, Joyce (13 August 2012). "Jean-Claude Van Damme admits to affair with Kylie Minogue while shooting 'Street Fighter' almost 20 years ago". Daily News (New York). Van Damme and Hyams re-teamed for Universal' on Sudden Death released in 1995. Van Damme plays a French Canadian-born firefighter with the Pittsburgh Fire Bureau who suffered a personal crisis after he was unable to save a young girl from a house fire. Now removed from active duty, Darren has become demoted to being fire marshal for the Pittsburgh Civic Arena, where a gang of terrorists are holding U.S. Vice President and several other VIPs hostage in a luxury suite during a game. The movie was a modest success. [64] Outside acting, Van Damme has publicly supported various conservationist causes, appearing in a number of PSAs for Animals Australia, and working towards his goal of rallying celebrities and fellow actors in creating sanctuaries for endangered species. In 2022, he was appointed as DRC Ambassador On Environment, with the role of enhancing the protection of forests as well as local fauna and flora. [100] [101] [102] In 2010, Van Damme directed himself in the barely released Full Love. That same year, he turned down the role of Gunner Jensen in the first instalment of The Expendables and the role went to Dolph Lundgren. [79]

Van Damme saves life of chihuahua after row over fake passport from 19. October 2020 in Theguardian.com Why is he famous?". AskMen.com. Archived from the original on 9 April 2010 . Retrieved 15 June 2010.

From here he obtains a self imposed manager in the form of, man of the street, Joshua and the two make it into the underground world of bloodsport street fighting (Geddit! I can make jokes too!). He makes his way up the ranks fighting in underground car parks with cheating Scotsmen; empty swimming pools with long haired Anthony Kiedis lookalikes; and slowly towards that big fat pay day with a fight with the humungous Atilla (someone much more of Andre the Giant’s stature). Jean-Claude Van Damme (Acteur belge): Résultats France". jpbox-office.com (in French) . Retrieved 31 December 2022.

I had known Frank Dux for a number of months before I came up with the idea for Bloodsport. Frank told me a lot of tall tales, most of which turned out to be bullshit. But his stories about participating in this so-called "Kumite" event sounded like a great idea for a movie. There was one guy who he introduced me to, named Richard Bender, who claimed to have actually been at the Kumite event and who swore everything Frank told me was true. A few years later this guy had a falling-out with Frank, and confessed to me that everything he told me about the Kumite was a lie; Frank had coached him in what to say." [8] In 2005, he played himself in the French film Narco. In 2006, he starred in Second in Command directed by Simon Fellows, and The Hard Corps directed by Sheldon Lettich. Van Damme placed second at the Challenge Coupe des Espoirs Karate Tournament (1st Trials). At the 3-day tournament, Van Damme defeated 25 opponents before losing in the finals to teammate Angelo Spataro. [18]

Jean-Claude Van Damme runs this movie; he owns it. He's the reason it's good stuff. I've hated Van Damme ever since I heard the name of both the actor and the movies he was in, although this is the kind of film that makes you consider the star in a whole new way. He's actually very, very good in this film. Here, the actor displays emotions that I never knew he had; and he gives his character both depth and substance. I liked this movie, and Van Damme was enough to entertain. I won't say it's amazing, since it's not, but as a character study, it's mighty damn fine. I don't think it's worth it to discuss any of the other actors because frankly, Van Damme is the star of the movie, and his performance should be the center of attention. Whether you like the "Muscles from Brussels" or not, you'll probably end up liking this movie. Take it for what it is. Van Damme was nominated for a Golden Raspberry Award for Worst New Star, but lost to Ronald McDonald in Mac and Me. [12] a b Chris The Brain (June 20, 2018). "10 Things You Didn't Know About Lionheart". bulletproofaction.com . Retrieved 31 December 2022.