I'm not going to beat around the bush, it's not the best film. it has many faults; a near non-existent budget, direction which isn't very strong and a plot which gets ever more distant from reality. However, from the moment he falls out of the wheelie bin and first fights with with the gardener to the revelation that Ninjas are part dragon I enjoyed this film, not because of the reasons we enjoy big movies but because this is the reason there are independent films. it is played with so much charm (albeit an aggressive one) and comedic value that I fell in love with this film. it has a story that would never make it into mainstream because it is so unique and wouldn't be backed for profit reasons and the actors within aside from a couple of them may come below even Hollyoaks but it carries itself with so much conviction that I couldn't help but admire it. watch it with mates and prepare to laugh.
6 Reviews
Inspiring every schoolboy dropout to take up the art...
tony_bennett26 June 2003
...and schoolgirl too for that matter
Great to see a fresh crazy idea, Grange Hill meets The Karate Kid with an extra touch of quirky arrogance..
Some odd scenes verging on the controversial but the film doesn't take itself too seriously so gets away with it!
Very funny and zany in places with a slight hint of romance, not that Ninja Man would ever consider it in his strict code of conduct..
One of my brother's class mates was exactly like this guy - so Ninja Man could be lurking in any schoolroom near you - watch out!!
Great to see a fresh crazy idea, Grange Hill meets The Karate Kid with an extra touch of quirky arrogance..
Some odd scenes verging on the controversial but the film doesn't take itself too seriously so gets away with it!
Very funny and zany in places with a slight hint of romance, not that Ninja Man would ever consider it in his strict code of conduct..
One of my brother's class mates was exactly like this guy - so Ninja Man could be lurking in any schoolroom near you - watch out!!
VHS home video
sarah-1569 November 2003
This is a VHS home movie. Made by none actors and technicians with little or no experience. Audacious in concept the film is poorly realised and suffers unfortunetly from it's miniscule micro budget. Two funny lines in total but an eternity has to be spent waiting for them to be delivered, yawn and you may miss one. Still professional people have spent millions making films that are worse than this i.e. Rancid Aluminium, The Avengers & Mission Impossible 2 all being examples.
Great film!
nigel_vardis6 June 2003
Warning: Spoilers
I've always been a HUGE Alex Shane fan, and when I heard him talking about a movie he was starring in, I could hardly wait. When I FINALLY saw the movie, I honestly can't think of a movie that has made me laugh as much, plus of course all the great fight scenes, my favourite is definitely the one where (possible spoiler) Alex picks Ninja Man up and chucks him off of the balcony! More please!
Brilliant!
inkygrrl22 December 2005
I enjoyed Ninja Man thoroughly, having first been apprehensive towards seeing it. Now I don't know why! Oliver Wright's performance was brilliant. He is very talented, this was, of course, aided by a great script and fantastic cast!
For an indie film I thought the quality was great, the script watertight and the gags actually funny.
I feel the lead actors and director are a very talented bunch and hope to be seeing more of them in the future - and I'm very sure that I will!
I urge anyone who has hasn't already seen it to go out there a find it - you won't regret it!
For an indie film I thought the quality was great, the script watertight and the gags actually funny.
I feel the lead actors and director are a very talented bunch and hope to be seeing more of them in the future - and I'm very sure that I will!
I urge anyone who has hasn't already seen it to go out there a find it - you won't regret it!
So Charming
ninirosenfeld11 November 2003
I really really enjoyed this.
It didn't take itself to serious and I loved that. Ninja Man's character was original and refreshing. The story lacked a bit but again I didn't mind cause there was always a scene around the corner that either gave me the giggles or distracted me with its weirdness.
I saw it in a little cinema and the atmosphere was wonderful. There was comedy before and drinking throughout and it all added to a wonderful night.
It didn't take itself to serious and I loved that. Ninja Man's character was original and refreshing. The story lacked a bit but again I didn't mind cause there was always a scene around the corner that either gave me the giggles or distracted me with its weirdness.
I saw it in a little cinema and the atmosphere was wonderful. There was comedy before and drinking throughout and it all added to a wonderful night.
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