Karate Wars

Karate Wars is an all or nothing tournament where the prize is honor, self respect and a million dollars. Karate master Oyama, trains his loyal students in the ancient, mystical arts of Kung Fu. His top student Jason is faced with the challenge of fighting his hated rival in a fight to the finish. Oyama's students train vigorously in the secret Chinese style of the snake and crane... When the "Karate Wars" tournament gets canceled, another war begins on the streets, where there is no ring...no rules...and no million dollars...

Directed by David Huey, Karate Wars leans on a strong ensemble — Christopher Wolf, Richard Rabago, Gerald Okamura — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about action titles of 1991.