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Yearly Archives: 2011
Maniac Cop Blu-ray (Synapse)
RELEASE DATE: October 11, 2011 Innocent people are brutally killed on the streets of New York by a uniformed police officer. A young cop, Jack Forrest (Bruce Campbell) finds himself marked as the chief suspect after his wife is murdered. As Lieutenant Frank McCrae (Tom Atkins) investigates, the death toll rises and he suspects a mysterious police cover-up. This maniac cop must be stopped! Bonus Features include Maniac Cop Memories … Continue reading
Posted in DVD/Blu-ray New Releases, Other Notable Titles
Flying Guillotine DVD (Dragon Dynasty)
RELEASE DATE: November 29, 2011 The film that started it all! Hong Kong kung fu cinema is filled with all types of inventive weaponry, but few are as original, iconic or over-the-top as THE FLYING GUILLOTINE, and this was the first film to use it. Directed by Ho Meng-Hua (Vengeance is a Golden Blade) and starring the one and only Chen Kuan Tai! Check out the cityonfire.com review here. Check … Continue reading
Flying Guillotine 2 aka Flying Guillotine Part II DVD (Dragon Dynasty)
RELEASE DATE: November 29, 2011 The noteworthy sequel to the 1975 film. This time, Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow) continues where Chen Kuan Tai left off, with director Ching Gong aka Cheng Kang (Sword of Swords) calling the shots. Check out the trailer here.
Bunraku DVD (ARC Entertainment)
RELEASE DATE: November 1, 2011 A mysterious drifter (Josh Hartnett) and a young Japanese warrior Yoshi (Gackt) both arrive in a town that has been terrorized by outrageous and virulent criminals. Starring: Josh Harnett, Woody Harrelson, Gackt Camui, Kevin McKidd with Ron Perlman and Demi Moore. Check out the trailer here.
Live Like a Cop, Die Like a Man (1976) Review
Director: Ruggero Deodato Cast: Marc Porel, Ray Lovelock, Adolfo Celi, Franco Citti, Silvia Dionisio , Marino Masé , Renato Salvatori, Sergio Ammirata , Bruno Corazzari, Daniele Dublino Running Time: 100 min. By HKFanatic “Live Like a Cop, Die Like a Man” – let’s just take a moment to reflect on how awesome that title is. During its opening minutes, the film seems like it’s actually going to live up its … Continue reading
Dragon Dynasty’s Ultimate 4 Pack DVD Vol 1: Five Shaolin Masters, Executioner from Shaolin, Jet Li: Martial Arts of Shaolin and Mad Monday Kung Fu (Dragon Dynasty)
RELEASE DATE: October 4, 2011 Official product description: Dragon Dynasty, the world’s greatest collection of martial arts and Asian action films, brings to you an ALL NEW collectible box set! Titles included: Five Shaolin Masters, Executioner from Shaolin, Jet Li: Martial Arts of Shaolin and Mad Monday Kung Fu. The box set is presented in a beautifully designed slip sleeve. These titles are also available individually: Five Shaolin Masters | … Continue reading
The Warring States aka Jin Gok DVD (New Video Group)
RELEASE DATE: November 15, 2011 The Warring States is a 2011 Chinese film directed by Chen Jin. The story takes place during the Warring States Period, but is only very loosely based on the actual history. The plot focuses on the rivalry between military generals Pang Juan and Sun Bin, both disciples of Guiguzi. Starring Sun Honglei, Jing Tian, Francis Ng, Kim Hee-sun, Kiichi Nakai and Jiang Wu. Check out … Continue reading
What Women Want DVD (New Video Group)
RELEASE DATE: November 15, 2011 Hollywood isn’t the only place out of original ideas. Based on the American version (2000 release) with Mel Gibson and Helen Hunt comes a Chinese remake starring Andy Lau and Gong Li. Check out the trailer here.
Posted in Asian Titles, DVD/Blu-ray New Releases
Dream Home DVD (MPI)
RELEASE DATE: August 9, 2011 One of the most extreme films ever produced in Hong Kong, Dream Home is anchored by a startling, bold performance from Josie Ho as Li-sheung and assured direction from acclaimed filmmaker Pang Ho-Cheung (“Men Suddenly In Black”). A blood-drenched thrill ride from start to finish, Dream Home is one savage and satirical slasher you won’t want to miss. Check out the trailer here.
Posted in Asian Titles, DVD/Blu-ray New Releases
Trail of the Panda aka Touch of the Panda DVD (Disney)
RELEASE DATE: September 6, 2011 An orphan named Lu finds a lost panda cub, Pang Pang. Lu carries the panda on his back and embarks on an adventure to return the cub to its mother. Directed by Zhong Yu and starring Li Feng, Daichi Harashima and Qi Zhang. Check out the trailer here.
The Harimaya Bridge Blu-ray/DVD (Funimation)
RELEASE DATE: October 18, 2011 The story concerns an American man who must travel to rural Japan after his estranged son dies there in a traffic accident. While there, he discovers some secrets his son left behind. The film stars Ben Guillory, Saki Takaoka, Misa Shimizu, and Danny Glover. The film is a Japanese/U.S. production. Check out the trailer here.
3 Musketeers Blu-ray/DVD (Asylum)
RELEASE DATE: Oct 25, 2011 Not to be confused with the candy bar (or the 2011 Paul W.S. Anderson flick)… Alexandra D’Artagnan, junior NSA officer, uncovers a plot to assasinate the President of the United States and enlists the help of three infamous international spies to stop the threat. Directed by Cole McKay (Special Ops: Delta Force) and starring Heather Hemmens, XIN (Xin Sarith Wuku), Alan Rachins, Keith Allan, Michelle … Continue reading
Cold Fish DVD (Salient)
RELEASE DATE: August 23, 2011 Cold Fish (read our review) is a true crime portrait of a Japanese tropical fish dealer responsible for over forty murders. Directed by Shion Sono (Suicide Club), Cold Fish is one of the most talked about movies in film festivals around the world. Check out the trailer here. Be sure and check out an interview with the film’s director, Shion Sono.
Posted in Asian Titles, DVD/Blu-ray New Releases
Assassination Games | aka Weapon (2011) Review
Director: Ernie Barbarash Cast: Jean-Claude Van Damme, Scott Adkins, Kevin Chapman, Ivan Kaye, Valentin Teodosiu, Alin Panc, Serban Celea, Michael Higgs, Kristopher Van Varenberg, Marija Karan, Bianca Van Varenberg, Andrew French, Marioara Sterian Running Time: 95 min. By HKFanatic For many Jean Claude Van Damme fans in the United States, the limited release of “Assassination Games” this summer means the first chance to see their hero on the big screen … Continue reading
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