Yearly Archives: 2011

The Warrior’s Way Blu-ray/DVD (Fox)

Posted on April 21, 2011 by JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2011 The Warrior’s Way (aka The Warrior) is a 2010 fantasy/western/martial arts action film about a warrior-assassin who is forced to hide in a small town in the American Badlands after refusing a mission. The Warrior’s Way stars Korean actor Jang Dong-gun (Friend, Nowhere To Hide), Kate Bosworth (Superman Returns), Geoffrey Rush (The King’s Speech), Danny Huston (X-Men Origins: Wolverine), Tony Cox (Who’s Your Caddy?) and … Continue reading →

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Picture of a Nymph (1988) Review

Posted on April 20, 2011 by JJ Hatfield

AKA: Painting of a Nymph Director: Wu Ma Writer: Wu Ma, Chan Kam Cheong Producer: Sammo Hung Kam Bo Cast: Yuen Biao, Joey Wong, Wu Ma, Lawrence Ng Kai Wah, Elizabeth Lee Mei Fung, May Lo Mei Mei, Fanny Sit Chi Lun, Yuen Wah, David Lam Wai Running Time: 95 min. By JJ Hatfield Tsui Hark has done a simply wonderful film with “A Chinese Gho…” Wait. My apologies but … Continue reading →

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What do you think of the new cityonfire.com?

Posted on April 20, 2011 by JJ Bona

What do you think of the new cityonfire.com? Please drop us an email (or leave a comment below) if you have any questions or comments. In case you haven’t noticed: In addition to the new reviews, we have been adding past reviews from the old site (check out the January and February archives to see those reviews). There are A LOT more to come, so check back often. Only newly … Continue reading →

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Frozen Flower, A (2008) Review

Posted on April 20, 2011 by JJ Hatfield
"A Frozen Flower" Korean Theatrical Poster

Director: Yu Ha Cast: Jo In-seong, Joo Jin-Mo, Song Ji-hyo, Shim Ji-Ho, Im Ju-Hwan, Yeo Wook-Hwan, Song Joong-Gi, No Min-Woo, Do Ye-Seong, Jang Ji-Won, Lee Jong-Gu Running Time: 133 min. By JJ Hatfield A Frozen Flower is a fictional drama set sometime near the end of the Goryeo Dynasty, 918 – 1392. The region is under control of the King (Jin-mo Ju) however it is always being watched by China. … Continue reading →

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Fantasy Mission Force (1982) Review

Posted on April 20, 2011 by JJ Bona
"Fantasy Mission Force" Japanese Theatrical Poster

AKA: Fire Dragon Director: Chu Yen Ping Cast: Jackie Chan, Brigitte Lin, Jimmy Wang Yu, Adam Cheng Siu Chow, Pearl Chang Ling, Paul Chang Chung, Chen Hung Lieh, Suen Yuet, Hui Bat Liu, Gam Dai, Cheng Fu Hung, Fong Ching, Fong Ching, Lee Kwan Running Time: 90 min. By Numskull Mere words cannot express how bad this movie is (I call it Fantasy Mission FARCE). It has something to do … Continue reading →

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King Boxer | aka 5 Fingers of Death (1972) Review

Posted on April 19, 2011 by T. J. Gushiniere
"King Boxer" Chinese Theatrical Poster

AKA: Invincible Boxer, Iron Palm Director: Jeong Chang Hwa Cast: Lo Lieh, Tung Lam, James Nam Gung Fan, Fang Mien, Wong Chin Feng, Wong Ping, Tien Feng, Chiu Hung, Goo Man Chung, Chan Shen, Chan Chuen Running Time: 102 min. By Joe909 I love cityonfire.com, but I’ve noticed there’s just a widespread disrespect for old-school martial arts movies on this site. Spoiled by “New Wave” slickness and stuntman Jackie Chan’s … Continue reading →

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Avenging Fist, The | aka Legend of Tekken (2001) Review

Posted on April 19, 2011 by JJ Hatfield
"The Avenging Fist" Chinese DVD Cover

Director: Andrew Lau Co-director: Corey Yuen Cast: Stephen Fung, Wang Lee Hom, Sammo Hung, Chin Kar Lok, Roy Cheung, Gigi Leung, Kristy Yeung, Yuen Biao, Cecilia Yip, Ekin Cheng, Benjamin Yuen, Brian Banowetz, Sammul Chan, Brian Ireland, Jackson Ng Running Time: 96 min. By JJ Hatfield This movie had a number of reasons why it should be good entertainment. The names Sammo Hung and Yuen Biao starts things off right. … Continue reading →

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Trailer for the apocalyptic “Bellflower”

Posted on April 18, 2011 by JJ Bona

An apocalyptic love story for the Mad Max generation, Evan Glodell’s impressive feature debut paints a classic, yet urgently contemporary, tale of the destructive power of love. A 2011 Sundance Film Festival favorite… Bellflower follows two friends who spend their time building flamethrowers and other weapons in the hope that a global apocalypse will occur and clear the runway for their imaginary gang, Mother Medusa, to reign supreme. While waiting … Continue reading →

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King of Fighters Blu-ray/DVD (Well Go USA)

Posted on April 17, 2011 by JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: July 26, 2011 Directed by Gordon Chan (Fist of Legend), The King of Fighters is a film loosely based on SNK Playmore’s The King of Fighters series of fighting games. It stars Sean Faris (Never Back Down) as Kyo Kusanagi, Maggie Q (Live Free or Die Hard, Nikita) as Mai Shiranui, Will Yun Lee (Die Another Day) as Iori Yagami, and Ray Park (Star Wars: Episode 1) as … Continue reading →

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Most Wanted, The (1994) Review

Posted on April 17, 2011 by JJ Hatfield

Director: Wong Kam Sai Producer: Clarence Yip Cast: Lau Ching Wan, Bowie Lam Bo Yi, Eileen Tung Ai Ling, Kent Cheng Jak Si, Robin Shou Wan Bo, Gam Hing Yin, Lee Gwok Lun, Marx Cheung Lui, Lee Siu Kei, Leung Hak Shun Running Time: 90 min. By JJ Hatfield Many law enforcement agencies across the globe have used officers to infiltrate crime organizations. It isn’t a new idea however the … Continue reading →

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Godzilla vs. Megalon (1973) Review

Posted on April 17, 2011 by JJ Bona
"Godzilla vs. Megalon" Japanese Theatrical Poster

Director: Jun Fukuda Producer: Tomoyuki Tanaka Cast: Katsuhiko Sasaki, Hiroyuki Kawase, Yutaka Hayashi, Robert Dunham, Kotaro Tomita Running Time: 81 min. By Woody My fondest memories of Palmdale, California are of visiting my Grandma Mary, eating TV dinners, and sitting in the guest room to watch the weekly Japanese monster movie on channel 5. It was the high point of my week. Living in Palmdale in the early nineties was … Continue reading →

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30th Hong Kong Film Awards Winners

Posted on April 17, 2011 by JJ Bona

Best Film: “Gallants” Best Director: Tsui Hark, “Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame” Best Screenplay: Pang Ho-cheung and Heiward Mak, “Love In a Puff” Best Actor: Nicholas Tse, “The Stool Pigeon” Best Actress: Carina Lau, “Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame” Best Actor: Nicholas Tse, “The Stool Pigeon” Best Actress: Carina Lau, “Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame” Best Supporting Actor: … Continue reading →

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Brother’s Justice Blu-ray/DVD (Well Go USA)

Posted on April 17, 2011 by JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: July 12, 2011 Motivated by Box Office statistics, Dax (Dax Shepard) has made a decision to leave comedy to pursue his dream of becoming an international Martial Arts action star. Also starring/appearances by Tom Arnold, Bradley Cooper and Jon Favreau. Check out the trailer here. Read cityonfire.com’s review here.

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Empire of Assassins DVD (Lionsgate)

Posted on April 16, 2011 by JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: July 5, 2011 One man is out for revenge after a life-altering event destroys his family. After years of preparation he seeks out his justice, while unaware of its relation to on his brother. As these two brothers seek to destroy each other, certain memories are triggered and although many trusted allies will be dishonest and misleading, neither one will stop until they know the truth. Starring Sun … Continue reading →

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High and Low Blu-ray (Criterion)

Posted on April 16, 2011 by JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: Jul 26, 2011 First time on Blu-ray! High and Low (literally “Heaven and Hell”) is a 1963 film directed by Akira Kurosawa, starring Toshiro Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai and Kyoko Kagawa. It was loosely based on King’s Ransom, an 87th Precinct police procedural by Ed McBain.

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