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Robo-Kickboxer - Power of Justice
When a power enhancing drug has hallucinogenic side effects on kickboxer, Jack, he refuses to take it, and is then dropped by his manager. Desperate for money, he takes his teammate Kevin’s offer to deliver some cocaine. It is a set-up to take the business away from drug lord, Henry. Jack ends up in prison with Axel who was caught in the same deal. Corrupt fight promoter, Parker, agrees to set up a fight between now blood rivals Kevin and Jack, and bets heavily on Jack. In order to ensure his success, he pumps Jack full of the experimental drug which brings out Jack’s ultimate fighting power while making Kevin appear as a fearsome robot to Jack. Crazed by the drug, Jack does win the fight, and is finally able to give up the ring and seek a peaceful life.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future, a former kickboxing champion turned cyborg enforcer seeks redemption. Haunted by his past actions under a corrupt regime, he fights against his programming and the forces that created him. He teams up with a group of rebels to expose the truth and bring justice to a city controlled by technological tyranny.
Critical Reception
Robo-Kickboxer - Power of Justice received mixed reviews. While praised for its energetic action sequences and Don "The Dragon" Wilson's performance, critics found the plot derivative and the special effects dated. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with some enjoying its B-movie charm and martial arts action.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high-octane fight choreography and Don Wilson's charismatic lead.
Criticized for a predictable plot and somewhat cheesy special effects.
Enjoyed as a fun, if unremarkable, entry in the 90s sci-fi action genre.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to ascertain specific audience opinions.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Los Angeles, with many scenes utilizing industrial areas to create a gritty, futuristic atmosphere.
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