Kickboxer: Vengeance

Kurt Sloane travels to Thailand to avenge the death of his brother, who was killed in the ring by the ruthless Tong Po. Trained by his uncle, Kurt must learn the art of Muay Thai to face his brother's killer in a brutal showdown. The film follows his arduous journey of training and eventual confrontation.

Kickboxer: Vengeance received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding it to be a generic and uninspired remake. While the action sequences were sometimes praised, the plot, acting, and dialogue were frequently criticized. Audience reception was mixed, with some enjoying the throwback martial arts action, while others found it lacking the charm of the original.

• Competent but uninspired action sequences that fail to elevate the familiar plot.

• Features a star-studded cast that unfortunately can't salvage a weak script and unoriginal execution.

• A forgettable remake that relies too heavily on its predecessors without offering anything new.

Google audience: Google users generally found the action to be decent, appreciating the fight choreography and the presence of martial arts stars. However, many felt the story was predictable and lacked originality, with some criticizing the performances and overall execution.

The film serves as a remake of the 1989 film "Kickboxer" and features Alain Moussi in the role originally played by Jean-Claude Van Damme, who returns in this film as the mentor character Master Durand.