Movie Review: Ninja Assassin

I’ll be honest; I liked this movie a whole lot better then The Twilight Saga. With a name like Ninja Assassin, there is no pretense, it’s not gonna be deep. Within the first 3 minutes there is more bloodletting and dismemberment then there is in both Twilight installments combined. And there are no vampires OR werewolves. This is a revenge movie that utilizes the plot to justify a spectacular display of martial arts and special effects. It features the Korean pop star, Rain who plays Raizo, the trained assassin and hero who turns on his ninja trainer. Considering his background, he does a fantastic job with this role (and it doesn't hurt that he's ripped)! Naomie Harris (28 Days Later) is the pretty girl marked for death, in need of rescue. Look, this is a blood and guts movie that is not for the squeamish (there is a very graphic beheading). But if you like martial arts, you will not be disappointed and you will be very impressed with the scenes of Raizo practicing his craft alone in his room - beautiful. Wait for it to come out on DVD or Demand, grab a beer with your friends (if you're 21) and I promise, you will be entertained.