Dragon Eyes 2012
Dragon Eyes (2012) delivers a gritty urban action drama where martial-arts legend Jean-Claude Van Damme stars as Hong, a disciplined outsider who clashes with drug dealers and crooked cops tearing apart St. Jude's streets.
Director: John Hyams
Cast
Jean-Claude Van Damme
Tiano
Peter Weller
Mr. V
Cung Le
Mr. Hong
Luis Da Silva, Jr.
Dash
Crystal Mantecon
Rosanna
Rich Clementi
Devil Dog Gangster #4
Dan Henderson
Beating Police Officer
Trevor Prangley
Lord
Jason Mitchell
J-Dog
Kris Van Damme
Sgt. Feldman
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dragon Eyes (2012) about?
Dragon Eyes follows Hong, a disciplined martial artist who arrives in St. Jude to discover a neighborhood ravaged by drug violence and police corruption. Armed with formidable fighting skills and unshakable integrity, he takes on the criminal underworld, determined to restore order and dignity to the streets.
Who directed Dragon Eyes?
Dragon Eyes was directed by John Hyams, known for his work in action cinema and his ability to blend visceral fight scenes with compelling narratives.
Who stars in Dragon Eyes?
The film stars Jean-Claude Van Damme, Peter Weller, Cung Le, Luis Da Silva, Jr., and Crystal Mantecon in pivotal roles.
Is Dragon Eyes (2012) worth watching?
For fans of action films, Dragon Eyes delivers solid martial-arts sequences, a moral-driven plot, and high stakes that keep the tension alive. While not groundbreaking, it offers a satisfying blend of combat and urban drama that holds its own within the genre.
How long is Dragon Eyes?
Dragon Eyes has a runtime of 88 minutes.
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About Dragon Eyes (2012) — Van Damme's Martial Arts Thriller in a Crime-Ridden City
Dragon Eyes (2012) delivers a gritty urban action drama where martial-arts legend Jean-Claude Van Damme stars as Hong, a disciplined outsider who clashes with drug dealers and crooked cops tearing apart St. Jude's streets. Directed by John Hyams, this tightly paced 88-minute thriller immerses viewers in a world where survival depends as much on moral clarity as it does on martial-arts mastery. The film blends high-octane fight sequences with raw social commentary, capturing the tension of a neighborhood fighting for its soul against relentless criminal forces.
Powered by Van Damme's signature physicality and a cast including Peter Weller and Cung Le, Dragon Eyes blends relentless action with a story of redemption, making it a standout entry in the martial-arts genre. The film's tense atmosphere and moral stakes keep viewers hooked as Hong steps into the fray, using both fists and principles to take down corruption one punch at a time.
