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Ninja of the Magnificence
Ross, Farris and Lee are star pupils of the Ninja Master, but Ross is secretly building his own ninja empire and dealing in the slave trade, headed by two slave masters Old Fox and Kong. When Ross kills the master, the two brothers must battle their way through an army of ninjas to bring the wrongdoers to justice. Hong Kong cut and paste edit of the 1986 Korean film "아라한 " (Arahan) with new ninja scenes.
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Plot Summary
A martial arts master, seeking revenge for his father's death, travels to America to train with a reclusive kung fu expert. He must master his skills and confront the deadly assassins responsible for his family's demise. Along the way, he forms an unlikely alliance with a tough American fighter.
Critical Reception
Ninja of the Magnificence is a typical action film of the late 1980s, known for its straightforward plot and emphasis on martial arts combat. While not critically acclaimed, it found an audience among fans of martial arts cinema, particularly those who enjoyed the leading actors.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic fight choreography.
Appreciated for featuring both Cynthia Rothrock and Don 'The Dragon' Wilson.
Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven pacing.
Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with many fans enjoying the action sequences and the star power of the lead actors. Some viewers found the story to be derivative and the acting to be uninspired.
Fun Fact
This film is notable for bringing together two prominent martial arts film stars of the era, Cynthia Rothrock and Don "The Dragon" Wilson, who were both highly regarded for their fighting skills.
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