His breakthrough came with theStep Upsequel, where he turned the original film into a global franchise.
He kept a pulse in the performing arts world through the successfulJustin Bieber documentaryNever Say Neverand its sequelBelieve.
From high-energy action to gravity-defying musical sequences, Chu has done them all with flying colors.
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His massive two-partWickedadaptation is only the beginning.
For now, we will take a look at his diverse filmography to date in this article.
The film co-starsJuliette Lewis,Ryan GuzmanandMolly Ringwald.
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Joe, fall apart.
The film itself bombs and is removed from the theaters just after two weeks.
Chu showcases his ability to bring energy and creativity to the screen early on through his debut.
Chu’s successful stint in theStep Upfranchise definitely helped him prepare for bigger musicals later in his career.
5’G.I.
Joe: Retaliationfollows what’s left of the G.I.
Joes after the team is attacked by Cobra.
With straightforward action and the appearances of familiar faces from the G.I.
Joe lore, the film is received better by both fans and critics than the first one,G.I.
Joe: Rise of Cobra.
He swaps intricate dance movements with slick, action-packed set pieces.
In the grand scheme of things,G.I.
While Chu has moved on to other projects,he leaves the door open for a return.
The two-part movie event is Chu’s most ambitious and biggest project to date.
Once again, Chu’s experience in theStep Upfranchise proves to be a strong point.
The vibrant songs pop off the screen while audiences maintain intimate connections with the characters' stories.
The movie succeeds in grounding the story in real-world authenticity while also coloring it in music.
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