This week on The VHS Club, Katie and Nat are diving into one of the most gloriously 80s movies ever put on a VHS shelf: The Last Dragon.
Produced by Berry Gordy and starring martial artist Taimak as Leroy Green, this cult classic blends kung fu movies, Motown energy, comic book vibes, and peak 80s style into something completely unique.
Leroy, also known as “Bruce Leroy,” is on a quest to achieve the ultimate level of martial arts mastery known as The Glow. But standing in his way is the outrageous villain Sho’nuff (the self-proclaimed Shogun of Harlem), a kidnapping plot, and a whole lot of neon-soaked action.
Join us as we:
🐉 Break down why this movie became a beloved cult classic
⚡ Talk about Sho’nuff as one of the greatest over-the-top villains of the 80s
🎶 Explore the Motown influence and unforgettable soundtrack
📼 Revisit the wild blend of kung fu, comedy, romance, and music video aesthetics
Is The Last Dragon one of the most delightfully bizarre movies of the 80s… or is it secretly a masterpiece?
Grab your popcorn, find your inner Glow, and join us for another trip back to the video store.
