Reviewed By Jason LockardIn the 90’s movies based on video games were all the rage. There was Super Mario Bros, Mortal Combat, Street Fighter and Double Dragon just to name a few.
There was something cool about playing the video game and than going to the theater and seeing their characters come to life. These films hold a special place in the hearts and minds of the kids of the 90s.
Well, the good folks at MVD realized its time for a little rewind. So this new Blu-ray release is taking us back to 1994 with some martial arts action in Double Dragon.
The film is set in the "future" of the year 2007, in post apocalyptic L.A. now known as New Angeles. The city is ravaged by earthquakes, tidal waves and vicious gangs. The evil tycoon Koga Shuko (Robert Patrick) is obsessed with finding the two halves of a talisman known as the ''Double Dragon,'' which will give him awesome mystical powers. Two teenage brothers, Jimmy (Mark Dacascos) and Billy Lee (Scott Wolf) find themselves in possession of the amulet's missing half, thrusting them into the adventure of their lives. With the help of Maria (Alyssa Milano) and her vigilante group ''The Power Corps,'' Jimmy and Billy must summon all of their courage, resourcefulness and martial-arts skills to stop the villain's malevolent plan.
The story is a bit of a mess. There is so much going on. It tries to be funny, but most people wouldn't get the jokes. This come from too many cooks in the kitchen, or better too many writers at the keyboard, if you will. But the action is awesome. I guess there is just something about those cheesy 80s and 90s films no matter how many flaws they have I still enjoy them.
The film is presented in 1.78:1 aspect ratio and 5.1 Don't digital and 2.0 stereo audio. The transfer looks and sounds absolutely awesome. There is also English, French and Spanish subtitles. But that's not all there is a load of special features that include.
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There is so much information on this Blu-ray release it would take days to get through it all. I love this release! It has the retro feel complete with slipcover that has that weathered VHS look with stickers 'martial arts' and 'be kind rewind' on it. The reversible sleeve is a huge bonus and the mini-poster is suitable for framing. This is such an amazing release. I can not recommend this one enough.
If you are a fan of 90s films, martial arts or game inspired movies, this one is for you! Head over to www.MVDShop.com and get your copy today!
Moral Rating: Mild violence
Audience: Teens and Adults
Genre: Action / Adventure
Released: 2019
Movie Rating: B
Blu-ray Rating: A+
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