Hakke Classic: AMERICAN NINJA (trailer) - director's/Hakke's commentary
Summary
Hakkedrengene provide a director’s commentary on their previous reaction to the *American Ninja* trailer. They discuss Michael Dudikoff’s biography, including his time as a house painter, and debate cultural appropriation in the film. The hosts also share trivia about ninja history, face tattoos in 80s cinema, and personal anecdotes about doing stand-up comedy.
Topics discussed
Intro and setting up the American Ninja commentary
Discussing the trailer, swords, and cultural appropriation
Michael Dudikoff quiz: birthplace, age, and painting career
The Black Star Army and hip-hop references
Face tattoos in 80s movies and celebrity examples
Dumb things done for sex and stand-up comedy origins
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