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Like a medium rare steak, with fries, coleslaw and an ice cold beer, Ninja Shadow of a Tear is simple but satisfying. This martial arts action flick is reminiscent of 80's and 90's martial arts films. Its not trying to be clever. Instea...
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Ninja: Shadow of a Tear
2013
Movie
95 min
English
Fight everyone and trust no one: it's the code of survival practiced by martial-arts master Casey Bowman after his life of domestic bliss is shattered by a savage act of violence. Vowing revenge, the fearless American stealthily tracks the killer from Osaka to Bangkok to Rangoon with the help of a wise and crafty sensei. His only clues: a series of victims whose necks bear the distinctive mark of strangulation by barbed wire. Fighting to avenge as well as to survive, Casey must sharpen his razor-like responses and take his battle skills to the next level, even using deep meditation to fake his own death. His target: the sinister drug lord Goro, who is flooding the streets with deadly meth cooked at his remote jungle factory. To prepare for his ultimate confrontation, Casey must finally become an invisible warrior worthy of the name Ninja. But just when his prey is cornered, an unexpected twist shows Casey that his battle is only beginning: he truly can trust no one.
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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Isaac Florentine•Genres: Action, Martial Arts, Thriller
Plot Summary
Following the death of his girlfriend and student, the stoic Casey Bowman travels to Thailand to avenge her. He immerses himself in the brutal training of the Nakasendo ninja clan, seeking the man responsible for her murder. As he delves deeper into the shadowy world of assassins, Casey uncovers a conspiracy far more dangerous than he anticipated, forcing him to confront not only his enemies but also his own inner demons.
Critical Reception
Ninja: Shadow of a Tear was generally well-received by fans of the action and martial arts genre, praised for its intense fight choreography and Scott Adkins' performance. Critics often noted its straightforward plot but highlighted the film's commitment to delivering visceral action sequences.
What Reviewers Say
Praise for Scott Adkins' impressive martial arts skills and the film's expertly choreographed fight scenes.
Appreciation for the film's gritty tone and relentless action.
Some noted a predictable plot but found it secondary to the action.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google platforms was limited, but when available, it often focused on the quality of the fight sequences and the effectiveness of Scott Adkins in the lead role, characterizing it as a solid entry in the martial arts genre.
Fun Fact
The film's fight sequences were heavily inspired by classic Hong Kong action cinema, with director Isaac Florentine aiming to create a modern tribute to the genre.
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