Being a fan of martial arts movies, and martial artist myself, I kinda liked this one. I have never heard of Jeff Speakman before, but I remember that I saw TV program and there was a martial art film "The Perfect Weapon", I missed it… but, thanks to internet today… I cached it. And I have to tell you… not bad. It's one of those good, old low budget action films, where you don't need to pay attention to absolutely nothing, just turn off your brain and enjoy some good early 90s action films.Well, ladies and gentleman… may I present you Jeff Speakman, a master in American Kenpo and Goju-Ryu Karate. But, primarily, Kenpo is his style, which he constantly uses in his films and which he spreads around the world on his seminars. This films really turn Jeff into a low-budget star and I like how he kept his low profile during his film career, today he mostly holds Kenpo classes. What to say about Jeff Speakman regarding his acting? Well, he is not an expert in it… He did how much he could, I mean don't expect much acting in these kind of films. But, when it comes to Jeff image as martial artist on film, he had so much potential. He is really cool and has some unusual charisma. Other actors that were very recognizable (and I was pretty surprised by them here), Mako for example, good as always, but, he was type-casted as wise man to a leading character… Dante Basco, this was one of his earlier roles, but he always plays these irritating and annoying characters… I mean… he's washed up. We got James Hong as a villain, well, he is type-casted as Mako… being able to have that scary voice and presence, Toru Tanaka is also here, with his tank like presence, a fine bodyguard to a leading villain, we also have Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa (yep, Shang Tsung himself) as a supporting villain Kai, to bad he didn't have more screen time, with his commanding and inspirational deliverance. Really good actor casting. To mention Leo Lee, James Lew, Philip Tan and Al Leong as fighters in the film (a real life hard hitters). And we also got Mariska Hargitay as a… well not directly, but as a somewhat potential love interest to Jeff.Overall, it's a good action film, I recommend it. Try to relax, put your feet up and enjoy. I think you won't regret it.

Jeff Speakman, John Dye, Mako, Toru "Professor" Tanaka and James Hong star in this 1991 action film. Jeff Sanders (Speakman) is a martial artist/drifter who returns home to visit his long-time family friend and mentor, Kim (Mako). He learns that Kim is threatened daily by the Korean mafia and is soon murdered by the syndicate's right-hand assassin, Tanaka (Tanaka). Jeff seeks revenge reuniting with his brother, Adam (Dye) who's a cop to catch Kim's killer and find the man responsible. Jeff soon meets Yung (Hong) who claims to be a friend of Kim, but is really the man who ordered his death. Jeff must choose between abiding by the law or his own code of honor when facing both men in a final showdown. I've always liked this film and Speakman is good in it. I recommend this good action flick.

after viewing this movie,one thing that really sticks out in my minds is the spectacular fight sequences.and there are a few of them.this guy really lives up to his title.as far as his acting ability goes,it's not half bad.this is after all,his film debut,and there are a lot worse actors out there.he does have some good lines,and his delivery is pretty good.the story is nothing groundbreaking or original,but at least it moves the film forward.the running time is short(only 85 minutes,and could have been lengthened,but at least it's not one of those movies that goes on for far too long.for me,The Perfect Weapon is a 7/10

This violent and braindead action romp sees Speakman in his first starring role, playing stubble-faced beefcake Jeff equipped with Kempo-Karate skills and a keen sense to avenge the murder of his friend at the hands of some evil Korean Mafioso. And that's all you really need know. Speakman's vehicle is a good showcase (he's great with sticks), but this isn't going to break any records: with all its spirit and muscle, TPW makes for fun, unintelligent B-movie madness that requires nothing more than a brief flirting.