The movie ‘Silent Assassins’ from 1988 is an action-flick that revolves around the characters and their adventures. This article further explores the locations where the movie was filmed, who played which characters, and other fascinating backstage details and trivia about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The complete filming of ‘Silent Assassins’ took place in Oakland, California, USA. The filming kicked off on December 9, 1986. This marvelous city gave the perfect backdrop for the thrilling plot of the film.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Sam J. Jones | Sam Kettle |
| Linda Blair | Sara |
| Jun Chong | Jun Kim |
| Phillip Rhee | Bernard |
| Mako | Oyama |
| Bill Erwin | Dr. London |
| Gustav Vintas | Kendrick |
| Peter Looney | Dr. Thomas |
| Charles Young | Capt. Cunningham |
| David Colette | Hasbro |
| Joanna Chong | Joanna |
| Dan Beder | Danny |
| Elise Brisette | Betsey |
| Ashley Ashton | Art Gallery Girl |
| Simon Rhee | Iga #1 |
| Ken Nagayama | Iga #3 |
| Max K. | Iga #4 |
| Clark Choi | Iga #5 |
| Daniel Dvorsky | Dr. London’s Bodyguard |
| Kelly Clayton | Dr. London’s Bodyguard |
| Richard Shin | Oyama’s Bodyguard |
| Frank Young | Oyama’s Bodyguard |
| Howard Ng | Oyama’s Bodyguard |
| Stuart Damon | General |
| Bill Wallace | Colonel |
| Lindsey Erwin | Police Secretary |
| Eric Megason | CBR Agent |
| Kim Kahana | Guard in Compond |
| Steve Hulin | Terrorist in Kendo Studio |
| Carlos Lloyd | Terrorist in Kendo Studio |
| Miriam Ezra | Girl in Kendo Studio |
| Michael Guest | Helicopter Pilot |
| Michael Matson | Sushi Bar Patron (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was released on 21st September 1988 in Portugal.
- The film, spanning 1 hour and 31 minutes, is packed with intense action sequences.
- The criminal leader Kendrick’s character kidnaps an elderly biochemist who possesses the secret to crafting a biological superweapon.
- The characters of L.A. cop Sam Kettle and martial arts master Jun Kim are the ones who stand up against Kendrick, striving to rescue the hostages.
- The movie is directed by the talented duo Lee Doo-yong and Scott Thomas, while the original story is penned down by Lin Ada, James Bruner, and Will Gates.
- The film stars Sam J. Jones as Sam Kettle, Linda Blair as Sara, and Jun Chong as Jun Kim, battling against the odds.
- The film’s plot revolves around broad themes of kidnapping, rescue and justice.
- The phrase, ‘Ruthless, Invisible, Unstoppable Silent Assassins…the Ultimate Weapon’, is the tagline of the movie, encapsulating the main storyline.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Oakland, California, USA
- Latitude: 37.8043514
- Longitude: -122.2711639
- Place ID: ChIJA-2qKIt9hYARZ5N1NdUVtHE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Oakland, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
