I've watched a reasonably large number of films featuring Scott Adkins and while many of them have been disappointing for a number of reasons Adkins has always stood out as performer. His abilities as a martial arts star are very impressive and his physical performances are often a marvel to watch, when reasonably well framed and edited.

Adkins has made a handful of films with director Isaac Florentine so far, including two Undisputed films and the first Ninja film, and Florentine seems to have a good handle on how best to showcase Adkins talents. The pair are back together again for the sequel to Ninja, Ninja Shadow of a Tear, and today we got our first trailer for the film.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34xgxMiRP94[/youtube]

Another fine example of Florentine knowing where best to place the camera to highlight Adkins' abilities as an artist it seems.

Ninja Shadow of a Tear will premiere at Fantastic Fest in just over a week and will then open in America on the 31st of December 2013.