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New & upcoming 4K UHD/Blu-ray releases of films we think cityonfire.com visitors should know about. Asian, martial arts, cult, classic and other popular titles. Please click on the Amazon.com affiliate links to support this site.

Johnny Mnemonic Blu-ray (Image)

RELEASE DATE: June 14, 2011 In a dystopian 2021, Johnny (Keanu Reeves) is a data trafficker who has an implant that allows him to securely store data too sensitive for regular computer networks. On one delivery run, he accepts a package that not only exceeds the implant’s safety limits – and will kill him if the data is not removed in time – but also contains information far more important … Continue reading

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Spaghetti Western Double Feature Vol. 2: Last Gun & Four Dollars of Revenge Blu-ray (Mill Creek)

RELEASE DATE: March 22, 2011 Two classic, rare spaghetti western features with all-new high-definition film transfers! The Last Gun stars Euro-horror film favorite Cameron Mitchell as a mild-mannered shopkeeper with a secret past whose quiet town is about to explode in a cloud of gun-smoke in Sergio Bergonzelli’s salacious adventure yarn. Four Dollars of Revenge is an electrifying saga of power, betrayal and revenge set in the final days of … Continue reading

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Spaghetti Western Double Feature Vol. 1: Django & Now They Call Him Blu-ray (Mill Creek)

RELEASE DATE: March 22, 2011 Two classic, rare spaghetti western features with all-new high-definition film transfers! Django stars Franco Nero as the mysterious antihero with enigmatic motives amidst rival gangs in a mud-caked ghost town. Saturated with extreme violence, black humor and bizarre characters, Django is a film that ranks among the most original and excessive of the Spaghetti Westerns. Now They Call Him Sacramento stars Michael Forest as the … Continue reading

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Alien 2: On Earth Blu-ray (Midnight Legacy)

RELEASE DATE: March 22, 2011 This Uncut, English language, widescreen release of the 1980 Italian Horror/Sci-Fi film directed by Ciro Ippolito. It was made after the success of Ridley Scott’s 1979 hit ALIENl; it’s both an unofficial sequel and knock-off, but one thing’s for sure, it has developed a cult following and is available for the first time in this special edition.

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Black Swan Blu-ray/DVD (Fox)

RELEASE DATE: March 29, 2011 The 2010 American psychological thriller film directed by Darren Aronofsky and starring Natalie Portman, Vincent Cassel, and Mila Kunis. Black Swan has received widespread acclaim from film critics. Natalie Portman has won many awards for her role as a ballet dancer with a dark side.

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Stanley Kubrick: Limited Edition Collection Blu-ray/DVD (Warner)

RELEASE DATE: May 31, 2011 Stanley Kubrick: Limited Edition Collections are available on both Blu-ray or DVD sets. They contain the following: Spartacus, Lolita, Dr. Strangelove, 2001: A Space Odyssey, A Clockwork Orange, Barry Lyndon, The Shining, Full Metal Jacket, Eyes Wide Shut (1st time on Blu-ray for Spartacus, Lolita and Barry Lyndon). Of course, they’re loaded with extra features.

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A Clockwork Orange: Anniversary Edition Blu-ray (Warner)

RELEASE DATE: May 31, 2011 Stanley Kubrick’s striking visual interpretation of Anthony Burgess’s famous novel is a masterpiece. Malcolm McDowell delivers a clever, tongue-in-cheek performance as Alex, the leader of a quartet of droogs, a vicious group of young hoodlums.

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From Dusk Till Dawn Blu-ray (Echo Bridge)

RELEASE DATE: May 3, 2011 Finally on Blu-ray! From Dusk till Dawn is a 1996 horror film directed by Robert Rodriguez and written by Quentin Tarantino. The movie stars Harvey Keitel, George Clooney, Quentin Tarantino and Juliette Lewis. You can also purchase the specially priced double feature which includes both From Dusk Till Dawn movies.

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Supreme Champion DVD (Phase 4)

RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2011 Ultra-low budget (which is a given coming from “Phase 4”) martial arts/mixed martial arts movie starring UFC’s Stephan Bonnar (aka The American Psycho) and Bloodsport 2’s Daniel Bernhardt. Check out the trailer here.

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The Makioka Sisters Blu-ray/DVD (Criterion)

RELEASE DATE: June 14, 2011 This lyrical adaptation of the beloved Japanese novel by Junichiro Tanizaki was a late-career triumph for world-class director Kon Ichikawa. Revolving around the changing of the seasons, The Makioka Sisters (Sasame-yuki) follows the lives of four sisters who have taken on their family’s kimono manufacturing business, over the course of a number of years leading up to the Pacific War. The two oldest have been … Continue reading

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Ju-On Black Ghost/White Ghost DVD/Blu-ray (Well Go USA)

RELEASE DATE: May 17, 2011 Two new films for the tenth anniversary of the Grudge saga…Well Go USA will be releasing the 2009 Japanese film sequels: The Grudge: Old Lady in White (Ju-On: White Ghost) and The Grudge: Girl in Black (aka Ju-On: Black Ghost).

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New One-Armed Swordsman Blu-ray (AIS)

RELEASE DATE: March 22, 2011 After losing an arm in battle and retiring from the martial world, an ex-fighter (David Chiang) must reluctantly return to his violent ways when he is pushed too far by a relentless gang. This is an import Blu-ray, which amazon.com will be carrying. Read review here.

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Return of the One-Armed Swordsman Blu-ray (AIS)

RELEASE DATE: March 22, 2011 Jimmy Wang Yu is back to take on the “Eight Demon Swordsmen” to prove that one arm, attached to the right hero, is better than even sixteen. This is an import Blu-ray, which amazon.com will be carrying. Read review here.

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One-Armed Swordsman Blu-ray (AIS)

RELEASE DATE: March 22, 2011 One-armed Jimmy Wang Yu trains to defend his martial arts school and honor the name of his dead father when the school is threatened by the same gang that killed his father. This is an import Blu-ray, which amazon.com will be carrying. Read review here.

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Crime Story Blu-ray (AIS)

RELEASE DATE: March 29, 2011 Directed by Kirk Wong (“The Big Hit”), Crime Story is based on actual facts. Jackie Chan plays a special agent assigned to protect a wealthy business magnate. Things get complicated when the tycoon is kidnapped in a daring ambush. This is an import Blu-ray, which amazon.com will be carrying.

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