Get ready for an inside look at the golden age of '80s action cinema! In this special episode, we sit down with legendary director Sam Firstenberg, the mastermind behind classics like American Ninja and Revenge of the Ninja. Sam takes us behind the scenes of his iconic films, sharing stories about working with Cannon Films, the ninja craze of the '80s, and directing some of the most memorable action sequences of the decade. From practical stunts to tight budgets and working with stars like Michael Dudikoff, this interview is packed with nostalgia, insight, and fun anecdotes from the era that defined action filmmaking. Don’t miss this deep dive into the career of a true genre pioneer!

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