Movie: The Super Weapon

Top 4 Billed Cast

Ron Van Clief
Ron Van Clief

Himself

Bob Long
Bob Long

Himself

Frank Ruiz
Frank Ruiz

Himself

Charles Bonet
Charles Bonet

Himself

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    A 1970s documentary that highlights various martial arts fighting styles and features African American martial arts master Ron Van Clief aka "Black Dragon."

  • Release Date

    1976-05-07

  • Average

    5.5

  • Rating:

    2.8 starts
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  • Languages:

    English
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