Review of Ninja: Shadow of a Tear (2013) by George C — 14 Jul 2014
I have long been a fan of Isaac Florentine, for many many years now.
His films always aim to grab that feel from the 80's classics of Hong Kong cinema, yet are often marred by weak story lines and silly acting.
That said, one thing that always stands out is the fight scenes - and none more so than this awesome sequel, Ninja: Shadow Of A Tear!
I liked the first Ninja movie and thought Scott Adkins, as always, proved his worth as a martial arts actor. There was just a small hint of 'meh' that surrounded the first causing it to be slightly forgettable.
It seems though, with Shadow Of A Tear, that hint of 'meh' has been thrown to the side!
Again, acting and story line plays second fiddle to what is possibly some of the best fight scenes ever put to film in a Western production!
Beautifully shot, crisp with amazing choreography, I felt that Ninja: Shadow Of A Tear stands punches and kicks above the over-rated hit, The Raid...
This review of Ninja: Shadow of a Tear (2013) was written by George C on 14 Jul 2014.
Ninja: Shadow of a Tear has generally received mixed reviews.
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