A DEEP DIVE WITH BENNY URQUIDEZ
Black Belt|Summer 2023
Few fighters have a reputation as formidable and a record as impressive as Benny “The Jet” Urquidez. As you will see, his path from the traditional martial arts to full contact and then to kickboxing had more than its share of bumps.
A DEEP DIVE WITH BENNY URQUIDEZ

It makes a fascinating read — or a fascinating listen if you catch his interview on The Combat Show on Jungo TV’s Black Belt Magazine Channel. First, however, we present some of the other points of interest for the next few months.

HIGHLIGHTS IN FICTION 

Shaolin Drunken Monk: This period piece was released in 1981. The most noteworthy thing about the film is its star Gordon Liu. Co-stars include Yeong-il Kim and Mi-hee Chang. Directed by Yang-ming Tsai.

Kickboxer From Hell: This wild and wacky movie from 1990 is set in Hong Kong. It stars Mark Houghton, Sooni Shroof and Wayne Archer and revolves around a kickboxing competition and the devil. Directed by Godfrey Ho.

Ninja Terminator: From 1986, this actioner takes place in the modern era. It features Richard Harrison, Jeong-lee Hwang and Jonathan Wattis and their search for a magic statue. Also directed by Godfrey Ho.

HIGHLIGHTS IN NONFICTION 

Randy McElwee’s Special Forces Training The master sergeant is thorough in his explanations and demonstrations. He teaches techniques by breaking them down so everyone can understand.

Shotokan Karate, Katas Volume 2 Renowned shotokan master Kenneth Funakoshi, Black Belt’s 1978 Instructor of the Year, teaches the forms of the traditional Japanese art.

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