‘Ninja Assassin’ likely to delight fans of the genre

Director: James McTeague

Cast: Rain, Yuki Iwamoto, Jonathan Chan-Pensley

Cert: 18

A modern take on the genre, though still delivering the expected violence, action and blood and gore fans love.

If you like such films this one, with its stunning visuals and fight choreography, will float your boat. It is, though, only for the dedicated.

Young orphan Raizo (Rain) leaves the Ninja clan and vows vengeance on his former friends for their evil deeds, all leading to a fast and furious showdown with his former Master.

Star Rating: 3/5