In a 2005 interview, the front man of hip-hop group, Wu-Tang Clan, spoke openly about his interest in turning a corner in his career to film director. Seven years later, his debut feature The Man with the Iron Fists—a martial arts epic starring Russell Crowe, Lucy Liu, and the former rapper himself—is a testament to RZA’s lifelong commitment to kung fu. Set in 19th century China, a haphazard band of soldiers in hot pursuit of wealth and splendor, encroaches on a feudal village, where a humble blacksmith fashions elaborate weaponry to defend himself, and the other community dwellers. Days, times vary.