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on Ready for ultimate kung fu bliss? George Lazenby and Angela Mao’s ‘Stoner’ arriving on Blu-ray from 88 FilmsA fun guilty pleasure right here. I do wish that 88 released this in a box se…
on Gimme the F–KING keys! Now shipping ‘The Protector’ 4K featuring the complete USA, Japanese and Hong Kong cutsThe release has three versions of the film including the Japanese version
on THE BIG BRAWL-ER! Scott Adkins, Lee Charles, Mark Strange and Tim Man currently filming ‘Brawler’Link to any source please
on Ready for ultimate kung fu bliss? George Lazenby and Angela Mao’s ‘Stoner’ arriving on Blu-ray from 88 FilmsHow this movie got the remaster treatment is mind boggling? What a waste of a…
on 🦂 88 Films announces Blu-ray for ‘Operation Scorpio’ starring Chin Kar Lok, Lau Kar Leung and Won JinI said I'd do it on the one condition they simply refer to me as 'Expert' in…
on THE BIG BRAWL-ER! Scott Adkins, Lee Charles, Mark Strange and Tim Man currently filming ‘Brawler’The director is SA ;)
on ‘Die Hard’ meets ‘Stand and Deliver’? Now on Digital is ‘Hard Redemption’ starring Jino Kang and Lou FerrignoWell said! These “media products” can be fun in the right setting. They are f…
on ‘Die Hard’ meets ‘Stand and Deliver’? Now on Digital is ‘Hard Redemption’ starring Jino Kang and Lou FerrignoGood summary. These manufactured products can be “fun” in the right setting.…
on Samuel Leong takes on aliens in ‘Tournament 7: DX-29’The Tournament Series is now up to #12. 1 to 8 are available on DVD, what's w…
on 🍿 Get ready to experience Jackie Chan in the third dimension! 88 Films brings ‘Magnificent Bodyguards’ to Blu-ray this JulyMagnificent Bodyguards in 3D played at a San Francisco Chinatown theater back…
on A tournament of martial arts! 88 Films announces Blu-ray for ‘The Tournament’ starring Angela Mao and Carter WongI would say I am interested
on Assassin (2025) Reviewwas very enjoyable film liked it alot.
on Grievous Kung Fu gore galore! 88 Films announces 4K Ultra HD for cult favorite ‘Story of Ricky’ arriving in JulyUnlike DVD and Blu-ray, the 4K Ultra HD format has no region locks, but this…
on A tournament of martial arts! 88 Films announces Blu-ray for ‘The Tournament’ starring Angela Mao and Carter WongNope.
on Grievous Kung Fu gore galore! 88 Films announces 4K Ultra HD for cult favorite ‘Story of Ricky’ arriving in JulyWhat's the region?
on ‘Die Hard’ meets ‘Stand and Deliver’? Now on Digital is ‘Hard Redemption’ starring Jino Kang and Lou FerrignoDavid is actually a preety nice and decent dude.And he is good in martial art…
on “Hydra of Our Times” A Look Back at Shiri – Korea’s International Breakthrough 26 Years OnThis movie is misunderstood by westerners, perhaps, mostly by Americans as be…
Yearly Archives: 2011
Nude Nuns with Big Guns Blu-ray & DVD (Image)
RELEASE DATE: February 14, 2012 Who says nunsploitation is dead? After deciding to take her vows at a convent, Sister Sarah becomes enslaved and victimized by the drug-pushing predators within the church walls and, on the verge of death, receives a divine message – to seek revenge! Packed with sex, violence, and wall-to-wall mayhem, this outrageous modern cult favorite in the tradition of the greatest drive-in action classics proves that … Continue reading
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Azumi 2: Death or Love (2005) Review
Director: Shusuke Kaneko Cast: Aya Ueto, Yuma Ishigaki, Chiaki Kuriyama, Shun Oguri, Kenichi Endo, Kai Shishido, Eugene Nomura, Tak Sakaguchi, Shoichiro Masumoto Running Time: 102 min. By Equinox21 While Azumi 2 wasn’t as good as its predecessor, it was still enjoyable. It certainly didn’t add anything new or interesting to the samurai-era film genre, and it almost seemed like a simple play off the original’s success. The strangest parts were … Continue reading
Former John Woo collaborator brings home ‘Cold Steel’ for the Holidays
A new action drama directed by former John Woo collaborator David Wu and starring Tony Leung Ka-Fai, Peter Ho, Song Jia, Angeles Woo (John Woo’s daughter) and Yu Rong-Guang. The film is going to utilize lots of sniper rifles and other firearms in the action scenes, which will make this one of the most action-packed Chinese films this year. Release date is set to December 2. David Wu is a … Continue reading
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Gurozuka DVD (Synapse)
RELEASE DATE: January 10, 2012 Synapse Films is proud to present Yoichi Nishiyama’s Gurozuka! A fun getaway turns into a journey to Hell for some teenage girls visiting an isolated house to rehearse and perform a play for their private movie club. Taking the trip with an adult chaperone, the girls learn that a previous club member supposedly went missing in the house, and another went insane! Shortly after they … Continue reading
The Town: Ultimate Collector’s Edition Blu-ray & DVD (Warner)
RELEASE DATE: February 7, 2012 The Town: Ultimate Collector’s Edition is a 3-disc Blu-ray/DVD/UltraViolet Digital Copy combo pack. It contains all three versions of the film – the theatrical cut, the extended cut, and an additional extended cut with a never-before-seen alternate ending. Special features include: The Town: A Director’s Journey documentary; Commentary with Ben Affleck on the theatrical version, extended cut, and extended cut with alternate ending; Six behind-the-scenes … Continue reading
Asian DVD retailer SensAsian.com closes its doors
SensAsian.com, a Malaysia-based online retailer that specialized in Asian movies is closing its doors after 10 years of business. This marks the second time a well-known online “Asian” DVD retailer has shut down operations. Earlier this year, HKFlix.com also closed their doors. From SensAsian.com’s website: Dear Valued Customers, We inform you, with great regret that SensAsian.com will be ceasing operations. It has been a great decade or so and we … Continue reading
Well Go USA’s release of ‘Flash Point’ to feature new subtitles
Relatively minor news here but it should be of interest to martial arts fans: Well Go USA revealed via their Facebook page that they will be completely re-doing the subtitles on “Flash Point” for their upcoming blu-ray and DVD release of the film on January 24, 2012. So if you already own the 2007 Donnie Yen film via the Dragon Dynasty DVD, here’s another reason to upgrade besides the obvious … Continue reading
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Duel, The (2000) Review
Director: Andrew Lau Cast: Ekin Cheng, Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Andy Lau, Norman Chu, Jerry Lamb, Kristy Yeung, Wu Tine Hsin, Zao Wei, Patrick Tam, Wong Yat Fei, Lau Wai Running Time: 105 min. By Alexander The Duel is a pleasant diversion featuring an interesting blend of swordplay, martial arts, humor, drama, mystery and a pairing of Hong Kong pop superstars Andy Lau and Ekin Cheng as master swordsmen. The … Continue reading
Posted in All, Chinese, News, Reviews
Tagged Andy Lau Tak-Wah, Ekin Cheng, Jerry Lamb, Kristy Yang, Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Norman Chu, Patrick Tam, Vicky Zhao Wei
Man Called Hero, A (1999) Review
Director: Andrew Lau Cast: Ekin Cheng, Nic Tse, Kristy Yeung, Francis Ng, Shu Qi, Yuen Biao, Anthony Wong, Jerry Lamb, Elvis Tsui, Ken Lo, Jordan Chan, Mark Cheng, Cheng Pei Pei, Ronnie Cheung, Sam Lee, Frankie Ng, Jude Poyer, Grace Yip Running Time: 102 min. By Sergio Martorelli Here’s a classic case of “the title says it all”. This is a story about a man. Said man is called (ta-daaa!) … Continue reading
Mr. Vampire 2 (1986) Review
Director: Ricky Lau Cast: Lam Ching-Ying, Yuen Biao, Chung Fat, Moon Lee, Pauline Wong, Billy Lau, Wong Yuk Waan, Wu Ma, Stanley Fung Shui Fan, Hsiao Ho, James Tien Running Time: 91 min. By Numskull “If you can keep your expectations tiny You’ll go through life without being so whiny.” -Matt Groening, “Life in Hell” One of the keys to living a happy life is to expect the worst. When … Continue reading
Posted in All, Chinese, Golden Harvest, News, Reviews
Tagged Hsiao Ho, James Tien, Lam Ching-ying, Moon Lee, Pauline Wong Siu Fung, Ricky Lau, Stanley Fung Shui-Fan, Wu Ma, Yuen Biao
She Shoots Straight (1989) Review
Director: Corey Yuen Cast: Joyce Godenzi, Carina Lau, Tony Leung Ka Fai, Sandra Ng, Sammo Hung, Chi-Wing Lau, Pik-Wan Tang, Yuen Wah, Agnes Aurelio, Bill Tung, Bruce Fontaine Running Time: 87 min By Numskull She shoots, but does she score? Yes and no. This film benefits from some good ass kickin’ and fairly impressive stunts (many performed by women, others performed by stuntmen with wigs), and suffers from a soapy … Continue reading
Posted in All, Chinese, Golden Harvest, News, Reviews
Tagged Bill Tung, Bruce Fontaine, Carina Lau, Corey Yuen, Joyce Godenzi, Sammo Hung, Sandra Ng Kwan Yue, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Yuen Wah
Gamera Trilogy (1995-1999) Review
Director: Shusuke Kaneko Cast: Shinobu Nakayama, Ayako Fujitani, Yukijiro Hotaru, Ai Maeda, Toshiyuki Nagashima Running Time: 100/100/108 min. By HKFanatic In the mid-90’s, director Shusuke Kaneko (later responsible for the live-action “Death Note” films) was tasked with rebooting the “Gamera” franchise. Gamera originally appeared in the 1960’s as a giant monster, or kaiju, to rival Godzilla: a space turtle who was known as “The Friend of All Children.” Although Gamera … Continue reading
Baba Yaga aka Kiss Me Kill Me, The Devil Witch Blu-ray (Blue Underground)
RELEASE DATE: February 28, 2012 Legendary sex symbol Carroll Baker (Baby Doll, The Watcher in the Woods) stars as a mysterious sorceress with an undying hunger for sensual ecstasy and unspeakable torture. But when she casts a spell over a beautiful young fashion photographer (the gorgeous Isabelle De Funes), Milan’s most luscious models are sucked into a nightmare world of lesbian seduction and shocking sadism. Are these carnal crimes the … Continue reading
The Boys in Company C Blu-ray (Hen’s Tooth)
RELEASE DATE: January 17, 2012 Raymond Chow’s Golden Harvest presents The Boys in Company C, one of the very first Vietnam war films appear after the Vietnam Era. This 1978 cult film follows the lives of five young Marine inductees from their training in boot camp in 1967 through a tour in Vietnam in 1968. Directed by Sidney J. Furie (Iron Eagle) and starring R. Lee Ermey (Full Metal Jacket), … Continue reading
Warrior Blu-ray & DVD (Lionsgate)
RELEASE DATE: December 20, 2011 “Powerful, moving and brilliant!” – Dan Jolin, Empire The youngest son (Tom Hardy) of an alcoholic former boxer (Nick Nolte) returns home, where he’s trained by his father for competition in a mixed martial arts tournament — a path that puts the fighter on a collision corner with his older brother (Joel Edgerton). Warrior is directed by Gavin O’Connor (Pride and Glory) and stars Tom … Continue reading
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