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Human Weapon
Human Weapon was a television show on The History Channel that premiered on July 20, 2007. The hosts, Jason Chambers and Bill Duff, traveled across the world studying the unique martial arts, or styles of fighting, that have origins in the region. Each episode usually consisted of a brief introduction regarding the featured martial art, including footage of established fighters sparring. The hosts would then travel to various locations, learning several strikes, blocks, or other techniques valuable to the particular art from various instructors and/or masters. Along the way, they learned about the origins and cultural history of each fighting style. To help the viewer understand the moves the hosts learn, each technique was visually broken down with a motion capture element. Creator Terry Bullman also acted as stuntman for motion capture. After practicing featured aspects of the art, the hosts typically assessed the various skills and their effectiveness. At the end of each episode, one of the hosts would fight a representative of the episode's fighting style. The show is similar to a later program called "Fight Quest". The show was cancelled in August 2008.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future, a genetically engineered soldier, trained from birth to be the ultimate weapon, is tasked with a mission that challenges his very existence. He must infiltrate a rebel faction that seeks to overthrow the oppressive regime that created him. As he gets closer to his target, he begins to question his programming and the morality of his creators.
Critical Reception
Human Weapon received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot, uninspired action sequences, and weak character development. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, finding the film to be a generic entry in the sci-fi action genre.
What Reviewers Say
Offers little in the way of originality within the sci-fi action genre.
The film suffers from a predictable storyline and unconvincing performances.
Action sequences are often poorly choreographed and lack impact.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Human Weapon are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with its unoriginality and uninspired execution.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a Russian-American co-production, but logistical and financial issues led to its completion as a primarily Russian film with international distribution.
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