Bloodfist

Going into to this film knowing it was a Roger Corman production, I really didn't expect much in the realm of really high quality film making. I expected a no brain action flick with a cheesy plot and and some good fights. That is exactly what I got. Bloodfist actually turned out even a better than I expected. We get Don "The Dragon" Wilson, who obviously can't act, entering a tournament to find his brothers killer. The fights are good and entertaining and Wilson shows off his kickboxing skills. If you like cheesy action films such as the American Ninja, Kickboxer, and Bloodsport series, then give Bloodfist a whirl as you will probably like it. I am still working on watching its 7 sequels!

If you loved Bloodfist, you'll love...Bloodfist. The packaging is minimalist, but you get a bargain with these two movies. This is a must-have in your 80s kickboxing collection.

I did watch the first Blood Fist movie,it was good.Have not watched Blood Fist II since Billy wasnot in it

It's a shame that young action stars like Don Wilson get stuck with bad films like "Bloodfist" while the likes of Steven Seagal and Jean-Claude Van Damme were already being handed blockbuster material at the same stage in their careers. Don't get me wrong: I like Don Wilson and believe that he still has a lot of potential, but his Hollywood debut here plainly sucks. I'm sure that had he been given a stronger vehicle to introduce himself to the world with, more people would know his name nowadays. The story: Wilson plays Jake Raye, a retired boxer who travels to the Philippines to uncover the murderer of his brother. Taken under the wing of the elderly trainer Kwong (Joe Mari Avellana, Behind Enemy Lines ), Raye must learn the art of kickboxing to enter a deadly tournament in which he's sure to meet the killer one-on-one. The film's plot immediately reminded me of titles like Bloodsport and Kickboxer , but the movie retains none of their style or flair. Essentially, "Bloodfist" is a martial arts B-movie produced in the late '80s that looks as though it had been made in the '70s: everything about it seems dated and screams mediocrity, from a cast that can't act (inexperienced Don is only the tip of the iceberg - wait until Michael Shaner and Marilyn Bautista go to work on your ears) to poor production values (the picture has a washed-out look to it and the audio can get pretty fuzzy) and lackluster fight choreography. Even though the movie boasts real-life kickboxing and karate champions Rob Kaman ( Maximum Risk ), Billy Blanks ( The King of the Kickboxers ), and Kris Aguilar ( Bloodfist II ), the action is largely disappointing. With the exception of the Wilson/Blanks encounter, neither the fighters nor the choreographer seem they knew what they were doing: the fights have neither ebb nor flow to them, beginning and ending erratically and unevenly while the performers play it safe to the point that it's clear that they're not actually hitting eachother. Cheesy sound effects try to convince you otherwise. This largely killed the film for me, but "Bloodfist" does have some redeeming qualities: Joe Avellana makes the most of his role as Jake's teacher, displaying a confidence among the corniness that's soothing to watch after seeing the other actors stumble around. Also, even though the fight scenes stink, the training scenes are more like it: all the fighters get to show off their legitimate abilities amidst a nice mountainside environment. Alas, this was nowhere near enough to save the movie, which made $13 million in 1989 but wouldn't earn ten bucks nowadays. If you're wanting to introduce yourself or a friend to "the Dragon", find another title; this one won't do the trick.

It was a gift

I put a 4 for the shopping experience and not for the movies.

This movie had me laughing so hard that my side, head, stomach, and cheeks hurt. If you are looking for a cheesy good time or just love watching B movies with some buddies, Bloodfist is made for you. But if you are looking for a credible action flick, don't even go there with this movie. Don "The Dragon" Wilson stars in this "action packed" movie, with absolutely nil acting ability whatsoever. It is really pretty comical to watch. Not to mention that this movie has "legendary" Billy Blanks in it. What more could you ask for?? (For all you lame brains out there, Billy Blanks created the Tai Bo work out system.) The plot to this movie doens't really make any sense at all, but that is part of what makes it so awesome! Like for example: In the beginning it explains that Don's brother only had one kidney and therefor couldn't fight. So Don gave him one of his kidneys so that he could fight again. However, that would only give Don one kidney, and therefor he wouldn't be able to fight either, and yet he does anyway. There are a crap load of plot holes in this movie like that. But overall, it is just a fun B movie. What I learned from Bloodfist: You do NOT have to be even remotely attractive to play the main "seductress" in low budget movies. If you liked Bloodfist, I recommend: Go watch the American Ninja series, Blood Sport, and Street Fighter...talk about a bad movie.

Great movies. Don Wilson was the best. You must buy this DVD. Thank you.