Full Metal Ninja
Full Metal Ninja

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Full Metal Ninja

1988
Movie
87 min
English

As he struggles to rescue his kidnapped family, a martial arts expert vows to seek revenge against the abductors Hong Kong cut and paste edit of the 1984 Korean Film "무인 " (Warrior) with new ninja scenes.

Insights

IMDb4.2/10
Director: Yee-kwan WongGenres: Action, Crime, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

In this action-packed martial arts film, a deadly ninja assassin is hired by a ruthless crime lord to eliminate his rivals. However, when the ninja's mission leads him to cross paths with an honest cop and a street-smart informant, he begins to question his loyalty and the morality of his deadly profession. He must then decide whether to complete his contract or fight for justice.

Critical Reception

Full Metal Ninja was a direct-to-video release that received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences, primarily due to its low production values, predictable plot, and often uninspired action sequences. However, it has garnered a cult following among fans of 80s martial arts and exploitation films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Weakly choreographed fight scenes and a convoluted plot make this a forgettable entry in the martial arts genre.

  • Billy Blanks shows some promise, but is let down by a generic script and directing.

  • A typical low-budget action flick from the era, appealing only to the most die-hard genre fans.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not readily available. Based on its direct-to-video release and limited circulation, audience reception is likely to be minimal or niche.

Fun Fact

While not a major film, "Full Metal Ninja" is sometimes cited as one of Billy Blanks' earlier forays into action cinema before his rise to fame with the Tae Bo fitness program.

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