ProduktrezensionenBloodsport (DVD, 2002)

Van Dammit! In his early prime.

Being one of the early films with J.C., It seems more genuine, or honest than some of his later films. There are some great actors in the film as well. Bolo Yeung does an outstanding job of being a complete badass! Just look at his eyes, and wicked grin when he's finishing off one of the opponents. Forest Whitaker does a fine job of playing the cop or military authority. Donald Gibb (Ogre from Revenge Of The Nerds), plays J.C's sidekick buddy that he befriends before the Kumite event, and does an outstanding job for that role. I'm missing a few famous names, but those mentioned are the most prominent in my memory right now. The film has a great foundation of J.C's character role, and why he's there to fight. In the midst of that, the authorities are trying to keep him out of there to protect there human investment. He manages to keep them at bay til he conquers his nemisis. If you're a J.C. fan, I think you may appreciate this film. I hold it to similar regards to Universal Soldier, but earlier in technology and so forth. Enjoy!Vollständige Rezension lesen...

Fantastic.

Bloodsport (1988) starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Bolo Yeung is perhaps one of the most popular and enduring martial arts cult classics ever put to film.

Complete with training montages, travelogue footage, and a musical chase scene replete with 80’s cheese pop – Bloodsport is an eccentric and yet compelling martial arts film. Perhaps this film’s continued success and cultural longevity is due to, rather than in spite of, the unique style, soundtrack, and action.

Bloodsport revolves almost entirely around the character of legendary international kumite fighter, Frank Dux – played by Jean-Claude Van Damme. Invited to participate in a three day, full-contact fighting tournament known as the Kumite, Van Damme decides to compete in order to honour his shidoshi, or teacher.

While Dux’s backstory is quite tenable, the primary reason driving fans toward repeat viewings of the film is the fighting itself. Skillfully choreographed and filmed, fans of martial arts action will have lots to enjoy during the final half of the film – over a dozen fights taking place between combatants representing countries and fighting styles from around the world.

Van Damme in particular shines in this movie – showcasing his martial prowess to its fullest, fighting using various martial arts, though primarily employing karate techniques. His physique is displayed frequently, Van Damme being in perhaps the best shape of his life – further cementing the focus of the film on martial prowess and physical mastery.

Truly, most of the reasons to watch Bloodsport involve the action taking place in the Kumite, a full-contact fighting tournament featuring warriors from all over the world. Showcasing various martial arts combat styles such as Kung Fu, Jeet Kune Do, Muay Thai, Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Sumo, Judo, and others.

Bolo Yeung, a massively muscular and intimidating antagonist in the role of Chong Li, does a superb job while speaking very few lines due to his weak English during filming. At the age of fifty when the film was released in 1988, Bolo Yeung’s stage presence is formidable – Chong Li murders a man on the Kumite platform and severely maims at least three other fighters.

Other notable fighters during the elimination style tournament include Paco (Paulo Tocha) a muay thai martial artist who fights using brutal elbow and knee strikes, Paredes (Michel Qissi) a Latin kickboxer who specializes in roundhouse kicks and punches, and Dux’s impromptu friend Ray Jackson (Donald Gibb) who is a straight-up street fighter.

Bloodsport remains a martial arts classic and a favourite of Jean-Claude Van Damme fans. Those who enjoy classic 1980s action films would do well to check in for a repeat viewing – and for those who haven’t seen it yet, it’s well worth the rather cheap price of admission.Vollständige Rezension lesen...

REVIEW of: Bloodsport DVD

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* WHAT IS GOOD ABOUT THE PRODUCT *
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- Highly Entertaining
- Content Rich plot
- Good Acting
- Good Martial Arts Fighting Scenes
- Some gore, broken bones, blood etc.Vollständige Rezension lesen...

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If you like martial arts movies at a reasonable price; check this one out.

If you like Van Damme and martial arts movies; this is a must have. It has a lot of the flavor of the foreign genre but still has a lot of the western sheen to it so that it doesn't seem cheesy. I had seen it many years before buying it and the memory of seeing it that long ago had a lot to do with me getting it. Not a movie you would want to watch every day, but I will probably watch it at least once every two months or so (I have an extensive collection of movies). Worth buying, just don't pay too much for it. I got it for less than $5.00 (shipping included). It's worth that. By the way, don't lend it to a friend who is a martial arts nut or you won't get it back.Vollständige Rezension lesen...

One of the BEST!!!

Bloodsport is One of the BEST fighting films ever made. And it introduces the Yeung/VD feud.

This is the best JCVD fighting film ever made. It's my 2nd favorite Van Damme film of all time.>
Bloodsport is based on a true story and all the actors are amazing. This movie features Bolo Yeung (as Chong Li) vs Jean Claude for the first time.

Bloodsport is an instant classic whether you're a fan of JCVD or Action movies.

Final Verdict:

5/5

Rent or Buy?: Simply put, You must own this film!!!

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Perseverance Movie

"Bloodsport" is one of my top rated favorite movies. The movie is an inspiration for athletic achievement. It shows Frank Dux(Jean-Claude Van Damme) being trained by a Japanese Tanaka Shedoshi. It's amazing what Frank accomplishes from honoring his Shedoshi and focusing on his goals. In the movie, Frank Dux is not only a martial artist but has a friendly personality which is why he got a buddy after arriving in Hong Kong and why he got to have dinner with a pretty girl. At the Kumite, Frank is the best fighter there is. Although there are fighters of different sizes and styles, he can do anything that needs to be done to win a fight. The movie brings about the thought that 'anything can be done if you put your mind to it. It's mind over matter.' The music is well composed and put together to match the scenes and the songs written are well suitable for the movie.Vollständige Rezension lesen...

What to Expect

If you are a martial arts film fan and somehow didn't see this one... you missed out. It slipped by many because it got poor ratings. The truth is that it does have some cheesy acting in parts and is not a big budget film but it has become a cult classic in the martial arts field because of its fight scenes. It is a film based on Frank Dukes, a real fighter with an amazing record in full contact. I bought this one because it brought back many memories I had when I was a kid watching this for the first time.

I do suggest this film for the guy in us all. If I had young sons, it would be on the TV for a "man night" with a bowl of popcorn. Enjoy!Vollständige Rezension lesen...

My husband loves this movie!!!

I hate the movie, but I didn't buy it for me. I bought it for my husband for Father's Day. He loves it. He likes anything with Jean Claude VanDam

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Good Classic!

One of Van Damme's classic roles. Came out either before or after The Quest and several other karate themed movies. Modern day martial arts underground the city makes it very interesting. Diverse group of characters, there is a slight love story and some comedy. Great climax at the end, and great fighting scenes throughout. This is a classic for anyone who likes authentic martial arts in the modern day.Vollständige Rezension lesen...

Bloodsport

A martial arts classic. A little cheesy in spots but that's what makes it so great. I saw this in the theatre back in 1987.

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