It’s a familiar trope—if you’re Asian, you automatically know martial arts. It seems little has progressed. I don't see this as poor writing so much as an attempt to address racist stereotypes by portraying the central character, a white man from the Midwest, as unfamiliar with Chinese culture. Predictably, the antagonistic figure is Russian, a standard representation of America’s opposition. And naturally, the Ameri…

The preview seemed promising, and I appreciated the dance sequences, however, the story itself and the special effects didn't measure up. It’s also unclear what a second season would entail—will the Wu Assassin seek out suitable vessels for the Wu Elements?