Only the Strong is a 1993 martial arts film directed by Sheldon Lettich, starring Mark Dacascos.

It is considered to be 5️⃣ the only Hollywood film that showcases capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art, from beginning to end.

Plot [ edit ]

Former Green Beret 5️⃣ Louis Stevens (Mark Dacascos) returns to his hometown of Miami after completing military service in Brazil, only to learn that 5️⃣ his old high school has become a haven for gangs and drug dealers.

After Stevens uses his capoeira skills to kick 5️⃣ several drug dealers off the school property, Mr.