Balance of Power (1996)
The Balance of Power, a 1996 film starring Billy Blanks, features a martial arts expert who seeks revenge after the murder of a friend. The film depicts a world of underground kickboxing and involves a crime lord who manipulates these fights. The film also features Mako as a sensei who helps Blanks’ character.
Plot:
The movie centers around a karate instructor, Nico (played by Billy Blanks), who runs a dojo for underprivileged kids. When one of his students is killed in a gang-related incident, Nico seeks revenge and enters the dangerous world of underground fighting. The film explores the gritty reality of the city’s underworld, where a crime lord uses kickboxing matches for gambling and power.