# Maria Tran
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maria tran (Vietnamese: Maria Trần) (born January 30, 1985) is an Australian-born Vietnamese actress, martial artist, producer, writer and director. She is known for developing the martial arts action film genre in Australia via the Asian diaspora communities of Western Sydney through her shorts such as Hit Girls, Gaffa, Enter The Dojo; her contributions on Australian television; Maximum Choppage and movies outside of Australia; Roger Corman's Fist of the Dragon, Death Mist and Vietnamese action blockbuster Tracer. Tran is pivotal to the creative development of the Australian Vietnamese film movement that challenges gender stereotypes and the exploration of "female action".
Episode #50 100 Successful Women | A Convo to inspire: Maria Tran | The Unstoppable Force
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As promised, for the special 50th episode of the "100 Successful Women - A Conversation to Inspire" series, I'm thrilled and delighted to have @MariaTran joining us! I am beyond grateful that despite her busy schedule as an international artist, Maria graciously sa…
Rohan Parrant Method - Episode 41
Rohan's special guest is Maria Tran, Actor/Martial Artist and Filmmaker.
Episode 8: Intuitive Movement with Maria Tran
In today’s episode with Maria Tran of Maria Tran Wellness, we discuss the importance of mindfulness, breath work, and body awareness for finding inner peace and well-being. Maria explains the need for personalized movement practices that prioritize safety and functional movement, while highlighting…
Navigating Dual Worlds: Maria Tran on Transnational Identity, Groundbreaking Filmmaking, and Empowering Female Leadership
In this episode, we sit down with Maria Tran, a transnational migrant and filmmaker, to discuss her experiences living and working in both Australia and the US. Maria shares how her cultural background has influenced her creative work and provides insights into the development of the 'Echo 8' trilo…
Pagey Train #161 Maria Tran
This week, we’re joined by the incredible actor and director Maria Tran, best known for her powerful work on the Echo 8 film trilogy. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about film, creativity, and the journey of one of Australia’s rising talents.
From Martial Arts to Filmmaking: Maria Tran’s Journey of Storytelling and Empowerment
In this episode of The Rohan Parrant Method, I’m thrilled to be joined by Maria Tran — a talented martial artist, filmmaker, actor, and educator who brings a unique blend of creativity, psychology, and community work to her craft. Maria shares her inspiring story of growing up as a nerdy, bullied k…
Ego vs Confidence: Promoting Your Film Without Burning Bridges
How do you promote your film with confidence, without letting ego get in the way?
In this episode of Indie Film Podcast, we explore the fine line between ego and confidence in filmmaking, and how that line can quietly impact feedback, collaboration, networking, and long-term creative growth.
Indie …
Maria Tran -The Rise Of The Indies (59)
What does it really take to make a feature film with almost no money… and actually turn a profit? In this episode, we sit down with Maria Tran—a powerhouse indie filmmaker who turned a $6,500 feature shot in 14 days into a profitable project across 12+ platforms. We break down how she:Built a featu…
Terence Nguyen: Balancing Acting, Events MCing, and the Reality of Freelance Life | Ep 67
I sit down with professional Executive MC and actor Terence Nguyen, aka 'The Main with the Mic'. Terence has built a brand as the area's MC, who has hosted weddings, corporate events, charity galas, but his path to getting here was far from typical.
We dive into his evolution from a kid in Western …
Maurice Monk: Miscarriage of Justice
On July 24, 2026, felony charges against three Alameda County Sheriff’s deputies charged in the horrific death of Maurice Monk were dismissed, leaving one misdemeanor charge against a single deputy.
A Campaign to Dismiss the Sheriff’s Deputies
These latest dismissals mark the near end of a short a…
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