American Ninja (1985)
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“American Ninja” (1985) is a classic martial arts action film directed by Sam Firstenberg, featuring Michael Dudikoff as Joe Armstrong, a talented martial artist and soldier. This quintessential 1980s action movie is renowned for its exhilarating fight sequences, ninja battles, and a storyline rich in military and martial arts intrigue. The film played a significant role in launching Dudikoff’s career as an action star, becoming a beloved cult classic among martial arts and ninja film enthusiasts.
The plot centers on Joe Armstrong, an orphan with a mysterious background, who serves in the U.S. Army stationed in the Philippines. Joe is a reserved figure with remarkable martial arts skills, which he prefers to keep under wraps. While escorting a military convoy, Joe and his comrades fall victim to a deadly ambush orchestrated by ninjas working for the corrupt arms dealer, Victor Ortega.
As Joe bravely confronts the ninjas single-handedly, suspicions arise among his superiors and fellow soldiers regarding his past and martial arts expertise. Fortunately, Joe gains a valuable ally in Curtis Jackson (played by Steve James), a fellow soldier and martial artist. Together, they uncover a sinister conspiracy involving the kidnapping of military personnel and the trafficking of weapons on the black market. In a thrilling climax, Joe must confront the leader of the ninja clan, Black Star Ninja, to dismantle Ortega’s criminal empire. 
