Bloodsport remake in the works at a24, michaela coel to write and direct

A24 is remaking the 1988 martial arts cult classic Bloodsport, with creator Michaela Coel at the helm as writer and director, Variety reports.

The 1988 cult classic gets a modern reboot

The news comes hot on the heels of U.S. President Donald Trump's reported call for a revival of '80s and '90s actionMovies, with Bloodsport itself allegedly among his favorites.

Directed by Newt Arnold, the original starred Jean-Claude Van Damme as Frank Dux, a U.S. army captain and ninjutsu aficionado who finds himself competing in an illegal martial arts tournament in Hong Kong.

Bloodsport was known for its over-the-top action, including epic punches and kicks, with Van Damme's infamous split-legged nut punch standing out. It's unclear if Coel's remake will closely follow the original's, ahem, crotch-centric moves.

Coel's involvement suggests the new Bloodsport will bring a fresh, modern perspective to the film's themes and style. With the creator of I May Destroy You at the wheel, fans can expect a thought-provoking take on the action genre.