Kickboxer: Vengeance

A 2016 American martial arts film, serving as the sixth installment and a reboot of the franchise. Directed by John Stockwell, the story follows Kurt Sloane (Alain Moussi) as he travels to Thailand to avenge the death of his brother, Eric Sloane (Darren Shahlavi), a mixed martial arts champion who was killed in an underground match against the ruthless fighter Tong Po (Dave Bautista). Upon arrival in Thailand, Kurt seeks the help of Master Durand (Jean-Claude Van Damme), who reluctantly agrees to train him in ancient martial arts to prepare for the confrontation with Tong Po. Throughout his training, Kurt faces various challenges and meets Detective Liu (Sara Malakul Lane), who becomes his ally and love interest. The film also features Marcia (Gina Carano), a fight promoter, and Kavi (Georges St-Pierre), a former fighter who assists Kurt in his mission. The narrative delves into themes of vengeance, honor, and self-sacrifice, depicting the protagonist's transformation from an unseasoned fighter into a martial arts master willing to risk everything for justice.