Max Havoc: Ring of Fire

Plot

Retired kickboxing champion Max Havoc works as a sports photographer for a magazine. He is assigned to photograph tennis celebrity Suzy Blaine at a hotel on the outskirts of Seattle. A boy named Emile steals Max's suitcase containing his costly camera and equipment. During his escape, Emile loses a piece of clothing with a label pointing to an old mission in a no-go area.

Sister Caroline tells Max about a street gang that intimidates local shopkeepers. Max learns Emile began stealing after his parents, also shopkeepers, were killed in an arson. The gang threatens Sister Caroline for protection money, and Max fights them but spares Ramon, Emile's older brother.

Emile later witnesses Ramon executed for alleged cowardice. Hotel owner Roger Tarso plans to clear the slums to expand his premises and has Emile chased. Max and Suzy discover the scheme and search for Emile. Max ultimately faces an enemy who knows his fighting style better than he does.

Did You Know?

• The fight choreography was handled by Steve McMichael.
• Mickey Hardt's kickboxing and Muay Thai skills were praised by a reviewer.
• The film was recommended for fans of martial arts despite criticism of its dialogue and story.