Best of the Best

A group of diverse and troubled young men are selected to train for a US team competing against South Korea in the 1988 Olympics karate tournament. Facing intense physical and emotional challenges, they must overcome their personal demons and learn to trust each other to achieve victory.

The film received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the action sequences uninspired. However, it found a modest audience among martial arts film enthusiasts.

• The film suffers from a clichéd plot and underdeveloped characters.
• Martial arts sequences are present but lack genuine excitement.
• Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors struggling to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while the film is not critically acclaimed, some viewers enjoyed the martial arts action and the underdog story. However, many found the acting and script to be lacking.

Phillip Rhee, who not only starred but also co-wrote and produced the film, initially envisioned it as a vehicle to showcase his martial arts skills and his unique 'taeback-do' fighting style.