{"product_id":"enter-the-ninja-1981-movie-poster-original-daybill-martial-arts","title":"ENTER THE NINJA (1981) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, MARTIAL ARTS","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eENTER THE NINJA (1981) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Martial Arts, Starring Franco Nero, Sho Kosugi, Susan George, Directed by Menahem Golan is in Very Fine+ Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Poster and Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Daybill, Movie Poster \u003c\/strong\u003eis presented in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Fine+ condition, \u003c\/strong\u003e2 Daybill folds as issued, and minimal edgewear on the left top and bottom right, otherwise this poster presents in excellent condition with a colourful clean presentation. This original Australian Daybill movie poster is an attractive piece of vintage 1980s martial arts cinema memorabilia, celebrating one of the films that helped introduce ninja-themed action movies to mainstream international audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Synopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnter the Ninja (1981)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an action-packed martial arts adventure directed by \u003cstrong\u003eMenahem Golan\u003c\/strong\u003e and starring \u003cstrong\u003eFranco Nero\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSho Kosugi\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSusan George\u003c\/strong\u003e and Christopher George. Combining traditional Japanese ninjutsu, spectacular fight sequences, deadly assassins and an international adventure setting, the film became an important early entry in the 1980s ninja movie phenomenon. Produced by The Cannon Group and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, it established a distinctive formula of martial arts action that would influence numerous ninja-themed films throughout the decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story follows Cole (Franco Nero), an American military veteran who has travelled to Japan to complete his training in the ancient martial art of ninjutsu. After successfully passing the demanding final tests under the supervision of Master Komori, Cole is awarded the title of ninja. However, his achievement is not accepted by everyone. Hasegawa (Sho Kosugi), another highly skilled martial artist, resents Cole's promotion and believes that a foreigner should not be permitted to receive such recognition within the traditional Japanese fighting school. Their rivalry establishes an underlying tension that will eventually lead to a spectacular confrontation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing his training, Cole travels to the Philippines to visit an old military friend, Frank Landers (Alex Courtney), who owns a large agricultural plantation with his wife, Mary Ann (Susan George). Frank and Mary Ann have built their lives around the property, but their peaceful existence is threatened by a wealthy and ruthless businessman named Charles Venarius (Christopher George). Venarius wants control of the land for his own commercial interests and is prepared to use intimidation, violence and hired muscle to force the couple to sell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Cole arrives, he quickly discovers that his friend's problems are far more serious than an ordinary property dispute. Workers on the plantation are being threatened, local businesses are being intimidated and Venarius's men are increasingly aggressive. Cole's military experience and newly acquired ninja skills make him a formidable opponent. Rather than allowing Frank and Mary Ann to be driven from their home, he decides to help them defend their property against the powerful businessman and his hired criminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVenarius, however, has an especially dangerous weapon at his disposal. He recruits Hasegawa, Cole's former rival from the Japanese ninja school, to eliminate the interference. Hasegawa is a highly trained assassin whose skills and knowledge of ninjutsu make him an exceptionally dangerous opponent. The confrontation becomes much more than a fight over land, developing into a personal battle between two warriors with very different motivations. As the violence escalates, Cole must rely on everything he has learned to protect his friends and defeat the forces working against them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe film also features a colourful supporting cast, including Will Hare as Dollars, Zachi Noy as the intimidating hook-handed character known as The Hook, Dale Ishimoto as Master Komori and Joonee Gamboa as Mr Mesuda. Franco Nero, already internationally recognised for his performances in European cinema and westerns, brings a distinctive screen presence to the role of Cole. Sho Kosugi, meanwhile, delivers the martial arts expertise and physical intensity that would make him one of the most recognisable ninja performers of the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screenplay was written by \u003cstrong\u003eDick Desmond\u003c\/strong\u003e, based on an original story by martial arts champion \u003cstrong\u003eMike Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, who also received credits for fight choreography and stunt coordination. Interestingly, Stone was originally intended to play Cole before Franco Nero was cast during production. Director Menahem Golan also took over filmmaking duties from original director Emmett Alston after production had commenced. These changes helped shape the finished film, which was shot primarily in \u003cstrong\u003eManila, Philippines, with additional filming in Tokyo, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by Golan and Yoram Globus, \u003cstrong\u003eEnter the Ninja\u003c\/strong\u003e was an important early success for the Cannon Films action formula. Its combination of international locations, martial arts choreography, colourful ninja costumes and revenge-driven storytelling helped establish a new audience for ninja cinema. The film also launched Sho Kosugi's international screen career, leading to further appearances in popular martial arts productions, including \u003cem\u003eRevenge of the Ninja\u003c\/em\u003e (1983) and \u003cem\u003eNinja III: The Domination\u003c\/em\u003e (1984). It became the first instalment in what is commonly known as Cannon's Ninja Trilogy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal vintage movie posters, martial arts films and 1980s action cinema memorabilia\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Australian Daybill represents an appealing piece of film history. Featuring the excitement and distinctive appeal of one of the decade's pioneering ninja movies, it is a great collectible for fans of Franco Nero, Sho Kosugi, Cannon Films and classic martial arts action adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Enter the Ninja (1981) - to find out more about the movie, posters, and movie trailers, go to IMDB.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0082332\/\"\u003eTo find out more about Enter the Ninja (1981) click here to go to IMDB.com.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Notes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePostage, Insurance \u0026amp; Your Country Taxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes\/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p\/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Movie Posters Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41474117697600,"sku":"ENTTNNJA-81-DB-FLD-PB","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/7699\/8464\/files\/EntertheNinja_1981_VF.webp?v=1793672043","url":"https:\/\/moviepostersaustralia.com\/products\/enter-the-ninja-1981-movie-poster-original-daybill-martial-arts","provider":"Movie Posters Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}