Biography

Paul Wu is a DGA/DGC director based out of Vancouver, Canada.

His career in film spanning almost 3 decades started in front of the camera as an actor and stunt performer before moving behind the camera as a fight choreographer, stunt coordinator and now Director.

He has directed 2 episodes of Quest out West: Wild Food for APTN, Charmed for CBS/CW and the "Wild Things" promo video for the BC Lions.

His ability to choreograph and shoot stylized action while emphasizing character and story garnered him a chance to direct for CBS/CW on "Charmed". His many years as Head of the Stunt Department fostered a collaborative approach with both cast and crew as well as instilling a deep appreciation for strong preparation (PREP).

Paul is looking to direct more episodic TV especially in the genres of Action, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
- IMDb mini biography by: Brightlight Staff

Frequently cast in roles with heavy action

Raised eyebrows as the only Asian vampire in Romania in Underworld: Evolution (2006).

Shaved his head for the first time to stunt double Oscar-nominated Ken Watanabe for his action sequences in The Last Samurai (2003).

Has been killed on film by Wesley Snipes in 3 different features including a sequel: Blade: Trinity (2004), The Art of War (2000), and The Art of War II: Betrayal (2008).

Although a cult hit in Europe, Crying Freeman (1995), Paul's first credited film appearance was never released in North America.