Yearly Archives: 2012

All Superheroes Must Die Blu-ray & DVD (Image Entertainment)

RELEASE DATE: January 29, 2013 Image Entertainment presents the Blu-ray & DVD for All Superheroes Must Die. Four superheroes awaken in a seemingly abandoned town, stripped of their powers and at the mercy of their sinister arch-nemesis who forces them into a series of brutal challenges — where the stakes include the lives of the innocent, as well as their own. Starring James Remar, Jason Trost and Lucas Till. Check out the … Continue reading

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Flying Swords of Dragon Gate (2011) Review

"Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" Japanese DVD Cover

Director: Tsui Hark Cast: Jet Li, Kwai Lun Mei, Chen Kun, Zhou Xun, Li Yu Chun, Mavis Fan Hiu Huen, Fan Siu Wong, Du Yiheng, Sun Jian Kui, Viann Zhang Xin Yu Running Time: 125 min. By HKFantic It was Jean-Claude Van Damme of all people who dubbed Tsui Hark ‘the George Lucas of Asia.’ Most likely because his 1983 fantasy film “Zu Warriors From the Magic Mountain” helped launch … Continue reading

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Kill ‘Em All Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

RELEASE DATE: December 11, 2012 Well Go USA presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Kill ‘Em All. Captured assassins are locked up inside the Killing Chamber. To break out, they must duel each other and battle against masked maniacs. If they survive, they will confront Snakehead: the lethal top dog! Starring Johnny Messner, Gordon Liu, Joe Lewis and Tim Man. Check out the trailer.

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X-Game DVD (Danger After Dark)

RELEASE DATE: November 13, 2012 Danger After Dark presents the DVD for X-Game. Hideaki is kidnapped and when he awakens he finds himself in a recreation of his old school room, along with his recently reunited classmates. Trapped and held captive by mysterious hooded figures, each of them must now play a deadly game. Directed by Yohei Fukuda (Chanbara Beauty). Check out the trailer.

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The Day Blu-ray & DVD (Anchor Bay)

RELEASE DATE: November 27, 2012 Anchor Bay presents the Blu-ray & DVD for The Day. Open war against humanity rages. 5 survivors; lost and on the run. The pursuit is relentless, the bullets are dwindling and the battle is everywhere. This is a 24hr look into their lives. Fight or die. Check out the trailer.

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Double Feature: Black Cobra & The Big Fight DVD (Screen Magic Films)

RELEASE DATE: January 15, 2013 Screen Magic Films presents two “classics” in this Double Feature: In Black Cobra (watch trailer), Malone (Fred Williamson) must protect a beautiful photographer from a vicious motorcycle gang. This film is basically an Italian knock-off of Sylvester Stallone’s Cobra, which is identical in plot. In The Big Fight, a fighter accompanies a singer with equal kung fu abilities to an ultimate showdown.

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Double Feature: Shaolin Deadly Kicks & Chase Step By Step DVD (Screen Magic Films)

RELEASE DATE: January 15, 2013 Screen Magic Films presents two “classics” in this martial arts Double Feature: In Shaolin Deadly Kicks, a group of bandits each have a part of a map for stolen treasure. They plan to come together to find it and get rich. However; the constable is out to stop them. In Chase Step By Step, two circus performers are tasked with escorting relief in the form of gold … Continue reading

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Nicolas Cage will destroy those who abuse their power in ‘I Am Wrath’ and William Friedkin is close to helping him…

Deadline reports that Nicolas Cage is set to star in a revenge thriller called I Am Wrath. The film, which definitely has shades of 1974’s Death Wish, will center on a man who – following the murder of his wife – becomes a vigilante after he uncovers a plot of police corruption. His ultimate goal: “destroy those who abuse their power.” William Friedkin, the gritty director behind The French Connection, … Continue reading

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Double Feature: Shaolin Temple & Four Robbers DVD (Screen Magic Films)

RELEASE DATE: January 15, 2013 Screen Magic Films presents two “classics” in this martial arts Double Feature: In Shaolin Temple, an impressive group of heroes ruling Manchurian forces continue to undermine the stability of the shaolin temple. In Four Robbers, bandits run afoul from some major criminals while fencing the loot and end up not only with the money but also $10 Million in drugs.

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Blu-ray and DVD Releases for 10/2/12

Welcome to October! Get ready for a 3D Tsui Hark movie and Wong Kar-Wai in hi-def. Here are your Blu-ray and DVD releases for the week of 10/2/12: ASIAN CINEMA Flying Swords of Dragon Gate (Blu-ray/DVD) – Jet Li headlines this 2011 special FX-infused wuxia from legendary director Tsui Hark. The film is also available in 3D on Blu if you have a 3D capable TV set In the Mood … Continue reading

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The Dark Knight Trilogy Blu-ray & DVD (Warner)

RELEASE DATE: December 4, 2012 Warner Bros. presents the Blu-ray and DVD for Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Trilogy, starring Christian Bale. The set includes 2005’s Batman Begins, 2008’s The Dark Knight and 2012’s The Dark Knight Rises, plus many extras.

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Dragon Eyes DVD (Warner)

RELEASE DATE: October 16, 2012 Warner Bros. presents the DVD for Dragon Eyes (read our review). A mysterious man looks to unite two warring gangs against the lawmen who have been using them to advance their corrupt agenda. Directed by Universal Soldier: Regeneration’s John Hyams and starring Cung Le, Jean-Claude Van Damme and Peter Weller. This DVD was formerly a Walmart exclusive. Watch the trailer.

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Kidnapped Blu-ray (Kino)

RELEASE DATE: December 11, 2012 Kino presents Mario Bava’s 1974 thriller, Kidnapped (aka Rabid Dogs) on Blu-ray. Following a bungled robbery, three violent criminals take a young woman, a middle-aged man, and a child hostage and force them to drive them outside Rome to help them make a clean getaway. Check out the trailer.

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Well Go USA is bringing Chow Yun Fat and his ‘Assassins’ to North America

Film Business Asia reports that premiere distributor Well Go USA has pre-bought North American rights to the upcoming Chinese historical action film, The Assassins. The film stars Chow Yun Fat and is written by the screenwriter behind Zhang Yimou’s Hero and House of Flying Daggers. Directed by newcomer Zhao Linshan, The Assassins is currently in post-production. The rights to the film are being sold by Arclight Films, a sales agency … Continue reading

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Baron Blood: Remastered Edition Blu-ray & DVD (Kino)

RELEASE DATE: December 11, 2012 Kino presents Mario Bava’s 1972 thriller, Baron Blood on Blu-ray & DVD. A young man returns to Austria in search of his heritage, but finds a little more than what he bargained for. This is the uncut, European version, including nearly eight additional minutes never shown in American theaters. Check out the trailer.

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