Ninja Cheerleaders
Ninja Cheerleaders

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Ninja Cheerleaders

2008
Movie
81 min
English

3 college cheerleaders use their martial arts know-how to save their Sensei from mafia kidnappers, but must keep their extra curricular activities a secret in order to make it into an Ivy League school.

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IMDb3.9/10
Director: Kevin TancharoenGenres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

Three high school cheerleaders stumble upon a secret ninja clan and discover their own latent martial arts skills. They must learn to balance their school lives with their newfound ninja duties to protect their town from a sinister threat. The film blends high-energy action sequences with comedic elements as the girls navigate their double lives.

Critical Reception

Ninja Cheerleaders was generally met with a lukewarm reception, with critics and audiences often citing its campy humor and low-budget production values. While some appreciated its lighthearted approach and martial arts action, many found the plot simplistic and the acting uneven. It is primarily viewed as a direct-to-video action-comedy aimed at a niche audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic, if somewhat silly, martial arts sequences.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and campy, often over-the-top, humor.

  • Noted for its low-budget feel and inconsistent acting performances.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Ninja Cheerleaders are scarce, but those available often highlight the film's B-movie charm and amusingly executed fight scenes. Some viewers found it to be a fun, unpretentious watch, while others were put off by its dated effects and straightforward narrative.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Kevin Tancharoen, who would later go on to direct episodes of popular TV series like 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' and 'Warrior'.

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