Master Ninja II

About This Movie

So, 'Master Ninja II' is a curious piece in the collection. You’ve got Lee Van Cleef and Timoty Van Patten reprising their roles, but really, it’s just two episodes stitched together from the ill-fated TV series 'The Master.' The pacing feels choppy because it’s clearly meant for episodic television, which gives it a strange rhythm. The action is typical 80s fare—some decent practical effects and fight choreography, nothing groundbreaking but enjoyable in its own right. The themes of mentorship and battling evil are kind of basic, but there’s a certain charm to their dynamic. Plus, it’s a treat for MST3K fans since it got some riffing treatment there, which adds another layer of amusement if you’re into that sort of thing.

Stitched from two episodes of 'The Master'Features Lee Van Cleef's distinctive personaIncludes riffing from Mystery Science Theater 3000