Added to Prime Video on Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023 After witnessing his brother getting brutally defeated in the ring by the merciless Thai champion, Tong Po, Kurt Sloane vows to avenge his brother. Traveling to Thailand, Kurt undergoes rigorous training with the wise Xian Chow, aiming to learn the ancient art of Muay Thai to defeat Tong Po and reclaim his family’s honor.
Length: 1h 37m
Genre: Action, Martial Arts, Drama
This Title is: Thrilling, Intense
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Trailer
Cast
- Jean-Claude Van Damme as Kurt Sloane
- Dennis Alexio as Eric Sloane
- Michel Qissi as Tong Po
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Contains scenes of martial arts violence and brief partial nudity.
Contains intense fight scenes and moments of peril.
Trivia
- Jean-Claude Van Damme performed many of his own stunts in the movie.
- Michel Qissi, who played Tong Po, is a childhood friend of Jean-Claude Van Damme.
- The film spawned several sequels, reinforcing Jean-Claude Van Damme’s position as a martial arts movie star.
Our Review
“Kickboxer” remains a testament to the appeal of classic martial arts cinema from the late 80s. Jean-Claude Van Damme’s earnest portrayal of Kurt Sloane, combined with breathtaking action sequences, immerses the viewer into a world where honor, vengeance, and personal growth reign supreme. The training montage, capturing the essence of Muay Thai, showcases not just the physical, but also the mental transformation of Sloane. While certain aspects of the film might feel dated to modern audiences, its heart, passion, and dedication to showcasing martial arts make it a must-watch for fans of the genre.
Critic Scores
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