Description
Karate Tigris 1. – Nincs Irgalom (No Retreat, No Surrender) DVD
UPC: 5999884099079
Product Features
- Format: DVD Video
- Genre: Martial Arts, Action
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Audio:
- Dolby Surround (Hungarian)
- Dolby Surround (English)
- Subtitles: Hungarian
- Runtime: Approximately 94 minutes
- Language: Hungarian and English
- Rating: 16+ (Not recommended for viewers under 16 years)
- Production Year: 1986 (DVD Release: 2010)
- Publisher: Szaturn Film
Overview
Karate Tigris – Nincs Irgalom (No Retreat, No Surrender) is a legendary martial arts film that introduced Jean-Claude Van Damme to global audiences. Directed by Corey Yuen, this high-energy action movie follows Jason, a young Bruce Lee enthusiast, as he fights to protect his family’s honor and his sensei’s karate club from a brutal crime syndicate.
Set against the backdrop of full-contact karate, the film delivers electrifying fight sequences, culminating in an unforgettable showdown between Jason and Ivan, played by Van Damme, as the menacing "Russian Killing Machine." With its mix of 80s charm and intense martial arts choreography, Karate Tigris remains a cult classic.
No Retreat, No Surrender is a 1985 martial arts film directed by Corey Yuen in his American film directorial debut. It is the first title in the No Retreat, No Surrender franchise, whose plot lines and characters are mostly unrelated. It stars Kurt McKinney, with a supporting cast of Jean-Claude Van Damme, J.W. Fails, Kathie Sileno, and Kim Tai-chung. The film was released in Italy on October 20, 1985, and in the United States on May 2, 1986.[1][5] McKinney performs as Jason Stillwell, an American teenager who learns martial arts from the spirit of Bruce Lee. Stillwell uses these lessons to defend his martial arts dojo against Soviet martial artist Ivan Kraschinsky (Van Damme).
The film was written by Keith W. Strandberg, after being contracted by Ng See-yuen, the owner of Seasonal Film Corporation, to put together a script for them, despite not having done so before. Van Damme was cast in the film and caused problems on the set for continually physically contacting other actors and stuntmen during fight scenes, even after director Yuen told him not to. Upon release, the film received negative reviews, focusing on the story, which many critics found too similar to The Karate Kid, The Last Dragon, and Rocky IV.
Interesting Facts
- Van Damme’s Breakout Role: Karate Tigris marked Jean-Claude Van Damme’s first major role, showcasing his martial arts prowess and charismatic screen presence.
- Director Corey Yuen: Known for his high-octane action choreography, Yuen's direction in Karate Tigris paved the way for his successful career in Hollywood and Hong Kong cinema.
- Bruce Lee Inspiration: The film pays homage to Bruce Lee, featuring Jason's idolization of the martial arts legend as a central theme.
- Cult Following: Though initially underrated, Karate Tigris has gained a dedicated fanbase for its over-the-top action and nostalgic 80s vibe.
- Filmed in the USA: While produced by the Hong Kong-based Seasonal Film Corporation, the movie was shot primarily in Los Angeles.
Publishers
- Distributed By: Szaturn Film
- Original Producer: Seasonal Film Corporation
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- Kurt McKinney as Jason Stillwell
- Jean-Claude Van Damme as Ivan "the Russian" Kraschinsky
- J.W. Fails as R.J. Madison
- Kathie Sileno as Kelly Riley
- Kim Tai-chung as the ghost of Bruce Lee
- Kent Lipham as Scott
- Ron Pohnel as Ian "Whirlwind" Riley, the Seattle Sidekicks
- Dale Jacoby as Dean "Shooting Star" Ramsay, the Seattle Sidekicks
- Peter "Sugarfoot" Cunningham as Frank Peters, the Seattle Sidekicks
- Joe Verroca as New York mobster
- John Andes as New York mob boss
- Farid Panali as Fajad "the Headhunter" Azmand, the Manhattan Maulers
- Mark Zacharatos as Michael Rocco, the Manhattan Maulers
- Ty Martinez as John Alvarado, the Manhattan Maulers
- Timothy D. Baker as Tom Stillwell
- Gloria Marziano as Mrs. Stillwell
- Paul Oswell as Trevor
