“Balance of Power” is a 1996 film focusing on the action genre. It narrates the tale of a peaceful karate instructor who steps into the violent underworld of kickboxing, after the murder of his close friend. Directed by Rick Bennett, the film stars Billy Blanks, Mako, and Lisa Jai as central characters.
Where it Filmed?
The film was entirely shot in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Unfortunately, the exact filming dates are not available.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Billy Blanks | Niko |
| Mako | Todo Matsumoto |
| Denis Akiyama | Hastishita |
| James Lew | Shinji Takamura |
| Adrian Hough | Slater |
| Lawrence Nakamura | Monk #1 |
| Peter Schindelhauer | Monk #2 |
| Adam Bonneau | Billy Scott |
| Simon Kim | Tabata |
| Phil Chiu | Bodyguard #2 |
| Scott Hogarth | Swordsman #1 |
| Dave Geneau | Swordsman #2 |
| Sasha St. George | Leo |
| Sam Bennett | Little Joe |
| John Liddle | The Man |
| Tommy Chang | Referee |
| Jesse Bennett | Jesse |
| Réal Andrews | Man 1 |
| Shafiq | Man 2 |
| Errol Gee | Man 3 |
| Walker Boone | Charlie |
| Leon Elkaim | Gambler |
| Garry Robbins | Giant Man |
| Jung-Yul Kim | Juijitsu Man |
| Tig Fong | Bull Man |
| Karen McGarroch | Slater’s Female Assistant |
| Ingrid V. Roehm | Money Girl |
| Charlotte Hale | Money Girl |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was given the alternate title “Hidden Tiger” for its 2002 DVD release in the UK to take advantage of the success of “Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon”.
- The notorious character Hastishita in this movie revels in betting on the city’s underground street fights.
- Niko, played by Billy Blanks, endeavors to avenge his friend’s death. In order to do this, he participates in a series of preliminary matches to be allowed entry into a secretive area where he can finally face his friend’s murderer.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Latitude: 43.653226
- Longitude: -79.3831843
- Place ID: ChIJpTvG15DL1IkRd8S0KlBVNTI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Toronto, ON, Canada
- Timezone: America/Toronto
