Beverly Hills Ninja

About Beverly Hills Ninja

Beverly Hills Ninja released in 1997 is a martial arts comedy film directed by Dennis Dugan.The plot revolves around Haru (Chris Farley), an orphaned American who is taken in by a clan of ninjas in Japan. Predicted to be the prophesied 'Great White Ninja', Haru grows up clumsy and overweight, completely lacking in ninja skills. As an adult, he travels to Beverly Hills to fulfill his destiny and ends up embroiled in a plot full of treachery, illegal activities, and comic mishaps.

Making / Production

Directed by Dennis Dugan, Beverly Hills Ninja was produced by Brad Krevoy and Steven Stabler. The movie was shot in various locations across Los Angeles, California and Tokyo, Japan.

Actors

• Chris Farley as Haru: Haru is portrayed as a clumsy and overweight ninja. Despite his shortcomings, Farley manages to bring charm and warmth to the character.
• Nicollette Sheridan as Allison Page / Sally Jones: The film's leading lady, played by Sheridan, presents a performance filled with mystery and allure.
• Robin Shou as Gobei: Robin Shou plays the role of a skilled ninja who aids Haru on his quests. His performance brings a touch of seriousness and skill to the comedy.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was the penultimate film featuring Chris Farley before his untimely death in 1997.
• Farley trained extensively in martial arts for his role in this movie.
• The movie's title is a play on the classic television show, "Beverly Hills, 90210".

Quotes

• "When you can balance a tack hammer on your head, you will head off your foes with a balanced attack."
• "If you don't believe in him, then you don't believe in the prophecy."
• "You failed because you had the wrong dream."

Music, Soundtrack

• “Kung Fu Fighting” performed by Carl Douglas
• “I'm Too Sexy” performed by Right Said Fred
• “Tarzan Boy” performed by Baltimora