How REAL Kenpo was used in 'The Perfect Weapon' (with Jeff Speakman)

Which Kenpo kata & techniques are used in the Perfect Weapon? Today we have special guest Senior Master Jeff Speakman with us to talk about his experience of making the Perfect Weapon, the real Kenpo system that was portrayed in the film, and how Kenpo 5.0 was implemented and how different the movie would look if it were made today. The Perfect Weapon is the ultimate Kenpo film, so let's look at the REAL Kenpo in the movie.

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[patphilloccap]

The Perfect Weapon is one of my favorite martial arts movies of all time, wish Jeff Speakman made more movies then.

[BradYaeger]

I was a Kenpo green belt in my early twenties when it came out and me and my Kenpo buddies lost our MINDS watching it . We could recognize some of the techniques even. Plus it still holds up as a great 90's action movie .

[PaulMcDowell-bgtq]

Hands down Jeff Speakman you are the best. Thank you

[ConcussedU]

I attended Mr. Speakman's Kenpo Camp in Las Vegas back in the 90's. He is an incredibly kind, patient man - who hits like a Mack truck. Thank you Mr. Speakman for your contributions to the Art.

[brichardsfourty]

I live in Phoenix, Arizona, I was his student. Sensei Tim Cucuzza. Was teaching me and Jeff Speakman comes to do seminars. In all his schools around the valley, he was teaching me and all the other students in Phoenix, Arizona, Arizona. I love going to school and Jeff Speakman’s. Kenpo Karate 5.0. Fighting System. Best school in the world and I’m so happy I am in his school. I am his student.

[redeemingthetimeministries]

Great interview! I have a lot of respect for Mr. Speakman. Had the privilege of being in one of his seminars several years ago as well. He’s the real deal. 👍🏻

[edwardchase]

As an ex instructor for Tracy's kenpo, I can say this whole movie is filled with kenpo and it is one of the greatest kenpo/ martial arts movie!!!

[keithwrightnh]

I'm 55 and "The Perfect Weapon" was definitely one of my favorite karate movies. I had just gotten into Kenpo about that time in Manchester, NH. I studied for a couple of years or so and made it to brown belt. Then stopped, got married, had a bunch of kids, etc.. and about 6 months ago I got back into the art and vowed this time to get my black belt. Very interesting to experience the art 25 years later, and 25 years older. Things just hurt so much more :) My joints are tender, I'm nowhere near as flexible, etc... Interesting to have flashbacks about my classmates 25 years ago and experiencing how I feel studying the art now compared to when I was much younger. I have always thought it would be great to get into acting and create a Perfect Weapon 2 :) I can watch that movie over and over.

[taichi]

That movie is one of my favorites, for it showed how Kempo is used, and it was the styles introduction to the public. Lord put Your hands of healing on Mr. Speakman. Amen🙏🏿.

[thebaneking]

The Perfect Weapon was what got me in Kenpo. My coach was under Ed. God bless him.

[averyflowers]

I had the honor of listening to Jeff Speakman in person, at a seminar. Telling us about making this movie! And of course learning from him! Great Times!

[tommartin]

Perfect weapon was a long kenpo commercial....I loved it!

[HeylMarketing]

I had the good fortune to train at a small seminar with Mr. Speakman back in June. While as a beginner I did not get the moves, the atmosphere was fun, welcoming and it went for about 4 hours. Mr. Speak man is generous and completely authentic. I’d be honored to be his student

[javidharoonpkm]

If your karate style has excluded grappling, joint manipulation/destruction techniques, throw/take downs, ground wrestling techniques etc then it is incomplete and ineffective for self-defense. Practice karate in a holistic way with full contact training. Osu

Sensei Ed Parker was a visionary teacher who instilled the idea that karate should evolve to stay updated in this era.

[ninji]

Awesome interview and a great breakdown of one of my favorite movies from the man himself. The Perfect Weapon and Only the Strong, which highlights Capoeira, are 2 of the most unique martials arts movies out there and a blast to watch.

[mikestanmore]

Mr Speakman is a gentleman and wonderful ambassador for martial arts. I saw The Perfect Weapon when it was released, and it remains one of my favourite martial art films. I wish him well in his current battle.

[AlphaDean]

Loved this movie... Love Jeff Speakman... I never studied Kenpo, but I've studied this movie... Many years of training and this is movie is an inspiration.

[MattCantu]

I loved those rolling knife hand strikes (shutos) fighting in the TKD gym. Best part

[dragon]

His Kata at the beginning of the movie is AWESOME! Great interview thank you!

[claredin]

Jeff Speakman's Perfect Weapon has always been one of my favorite martial arts movies! Incredible action!