Double Dragon Movie
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Director: James Yukich
Actors: Robert Patrick, Mark Dacascos, Scott Wolf
PlotIn a dystopian future where Los Angeles has crumbled into anarchy, two teenage brothers, Billy and Jimmy Lee, practice martial arts and live under the care of their adoptive mother, Satori. Their peaceful lives are disrupted when the evil crime lord Koga Shuko discovers the existence of a magical amulet split into two halves, each granting immense power. Shuko already possesses one half of the amulet and is determined to obtain the other to achieve ultimate control over the city. Satori reveals that she has been safeguarding the other half and entrusts it to Billy and Jimmy, knowing they are its rightful protectors.
Shuko unleashes his minions to retrieve the remaining piece, leading to a series of intense confrontations. The brothers must navigate through treacherous territories filled with gangs and corrupt authorities while learning to harness the amulet's powers responsibly. Along the way, they receive help from Marian, a street-savvy leader of a rebel group fighting against Shuko’s tyranny. The stakes continue to rise as Shuko's relentless pursuit forces Billy and Jimmy to realize the significance of their mission and the true strength that comes from their bond as brothers. The journey challenges their courage and unity, setting the stage for an inevitable showdown between good and evil.
Writers: Paul Dini, Neal Shusterman, Michael Davis
Runtime: 96 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: Denmark, France, United States
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Double Dragon
Blu-ray Review
Score: 54
A cult film with sporadic fun elements, Double Dragon's Blu-Ray may appeal most to nostalgic fans, though it faces video and audio challenges.