September 5, 2024 (NYC)– Dojo is a Must See for Martial Arts Fans. DOJO (2024), is a bold independent martial arts movie project that is really making waves in the independent film industry. This action packed is available for purchase digitally and in limited theatrical release Now.
SYNOPSIS:
Shane Lucas, an ex-Yakuza member and 4th degree black belt in Judo, is hunted down at his local dojo in Los Angeles 1985 by his long-time rival, Elias Da Rosa and his crew members from the same crime family. Shane is threatened to come back to the Yakuza or would suffer the consequence of not.
REVIEW:
DOJO (2024), is a bold independent martial arts movie project that is really making waves in the independent film industry.
This short film propels us into the world a traditional artist, played adeptly by Jon Paul, in 1985, as he prepares to do battle with, what appears to be, more than just competitive opponents in the martial arts arena. This conflict is the basis of the film.
As the story unfolds we learn that there is much more going on here than a dispute between neighboring martial arts studios. The film, in very efficient and effective ways, paints a picture of a back story that is far more complex and nefarious than meets the eye. I applaud the filmmakers, and the cast, in being able to provide such rich background and context in such a tight package.
The highlight of the film for martial arts and action fans is the fight choreography. The fight choreography is extremely well done. It is realistic. It is gritty and it is entertaining. Christofer Aguero, as the head of the oppressive Yakuza gang seeking retribution, is very compelling and menacing. These fight scenes rival any big budget martial arts film.
This is a low budget film; however, it does not have the trappings of other low budget films. The filmmaking here is top quality-from script to editing, and in between. This short film could easily be the foray into a full length feature based upon the same subject matter; one where we get filled in on the details of the backstory that we are only teased with in this truncated version.
The film has won more than 485 awards for filmmaking and content and these accolades are well deserved.
The film is highly engaging and well done.
We recommend it. The martial arts community, in particular, should support this passion project.
DETAILS:
The film is available in limited release and online at Dojothefilm.com
It is Not Rated.
Dojo is a Must See for Martial Arts Fans.
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