I wouldn't put down this one just because it was not a sequel. David Bradley was in 3 and 4, but he played another character in this film. His prowess is enriched. Pat Morita is funny in this film. Not a big role. But the ninja fights are still big in all the films.
I enjoy all 5 of the American Ninja series. Despite being toned down, the excitement is still there. I would not say anything bad about it. The arts of ninjitsu is alive in me. I studied the 9 powers. I master the arts of stealth. This movie is more like Part 2 than Part 5. And Joe is Michael Dudikoff's character in the latter parts, except 3. This Joe is different. He's not a mystery man. This movie is more comedic than the other 4. It is still adventurous.
2 .5 out of 5 stars.
I enjoy all 5 of the American Ninja series. Despite being toned down, the excitement is still there. I would not say anything bad about it. The arts of ninjitsu is alive in me. I studied the 9 powers. I master the arts of stealth. This movie is more like Part 2 than Part 5. And Joe is Michael Dudikoff's character in the latter parts, except 3. This Joe is different. He's not a mystery man. This movie is more comedic than the other 4. It is still adventurous.
2 .5 out of 5 stars.