Anthony "Amp" Elmore both directed and stars in this urban drama about a young man looking to make something of himself and make his way out of the ghetto. He takes up kickboxing and soon discovers he has the skills of a champion, but honing his talent to the point where he can become a serious competitor is a struggle against long odds. Iron Thunder also stars George M. Young.
Contemporary Gladiator
A ghetto-born martial arts student must choose between college, with its rigors and deprivation, and the world heavyweight kickboxing championship, with its glamour and gorgeous babes.