Bloodsport (1988) is a martial arts action film directed by Newt Arnold, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme in one of his most iconic roles as Frank Dux. The film is loosely based on the real-life story of Frank Dux, a martial artist who competes in a secret underground fighting tournament.

The story follows Frank Dux, a U.S. Army Captain trained in the art of ninjutsu, as he travels to Hong Kong to compete in the Kumite, an illegal, highly dangerous, full-contact martial arts tournament. Fighters from all over the world gather to prove their skills, and the stakes are life and death. Along the way, Frank forms friendships, faces rivals, and encounters the reigning champion, Chong Li (Bolo Yeung), a brutal fighter known for his merciless tactics.

Bloodsport is celebrated for its intense and stylized fight scenes, showcasing Van Damme’s impressive martial arts abilities and athleticism. The film became a cult classic, known for its exciting tournament setting, memorable characters, and the rise of Jean-Claude Van Damme as a martial arts action star.