Shane Lucas, an ex-Yakuza member and elite martial artist, is hunted down at his local dojo in Los Angeles in 1985 by his longtime rival, Elias Da Rosa, and his crew members from the same cr... Read allShane Lucas, an ex-Yakuza member and elite martial artist, is hunted down at his local dojo in Los Angeles in 1985 by his longtime rival, Elias Da Rosa, and his crew members from the same crime family. Shane is threatened to either return to the Yakuza or suffer the consequences.Shane Lucas, an ex-Yakuza member and elite martial artist, is hunted down at his local dojo in Los Angeles in 1985 by his longtime rival, Elias Da Rosa, and his crew members from the same crime family. Shane is threatened to either return to the Yakuza or suffer the consequences.
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It is not easy to produce an action movie, we all know that important budgets are needed, but a team of artists with the right idea and the right skills can realize any enterprise. I am convinced that Dojo is the first great step of a fantastic journey.
From me also 11 stars!!!!
Michele Diomà WILD FILMMAKER.
One does not need to be a martial arts enthusiast to appreciate the Judo techniques showcased in this short film, however, if you are a martial arts enthusiast, you will truly appreciate this film.
"Dojo" is a breath of fresh air in the Martial Arts film industry. The mastery, respect, knowledge and discipline of Judo shines through in this film. The Judokas in "Dojo" are not just performers, they are real-life Judokas.
The film's cinematography superb! The film in general is very engaging from start to finish and I enjoyed every single minute of it! Dojo is an absolute stunning masterpiece of martial arts cinema! I highly recommend it to everyone! Especially to martial artist and martial arts enthusiasts!
The production and quality of film is next level and I am happy to find out that this short film has won so many awards worldwide. It definitely deserves it! This is the new talent that should be paid attention to!
-A. M. Blanco, Author, Novelist, & Screenwriter.
As Judo Teacher for many years I was very impressed by the way the short film director was able to captured step by step all of the moves of the judo and self defense techniques in such a way that makes you feel as if you were next to the action in the dojo.
I highly recommend all Martial Art students to see.
The lead actor's performance is powerful, showcasing a perfect balance of vulnerability and strength. The fight scenes are spectacular, combining traditional techniques with high-octane action."DOJO" sets a new standard for martial arts films and is a must-watch for any cinema enthusiast. The film also demonstrates traditional values such as honor, discipline, and redemption.
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- Runtime15 minutes
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