There are movies which are classics that will transcend the years and be remembered as masterpieces of cinematic achievement. This is not one. This movie was, however, *exactly* what I wanted from a movie titled "Ninja Assassin" and put together by the Wachowski brothers (of "Matrix" fame).
There were not a lot of slow, meaningful interludes with heartfelt dialog. Yes, there was a bit of a story, and not that bad of one for a ninja movie I suppose. The movie spent its time however with throwing stars, swords, and kusarigama. The fight scenes were absolutely amazing. At one point I found myself aware that I was waiting for an extended fight to finish so that I could breathe normally again.