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on Watch a clip from ‘Beast’ starring Daniel MacPherson, Russell Crowe, Luke Hemsworth and martial arts star Bren FosterBeast was a pretty good film. Daniel MacPherson Didn’t have any previous mart…
on Back to school again! Shout announces 4K Ultra HD for Ringo Lam’s 1988 Hong Kong action film ‘School on Fire’Even with the "Extended and Uncensored Footage"? If not, I'm sure Arrow is al…
on Back to school again! Shout announces 4K Ultra HD for Ringo Lam’s 1988 Hong Kong action film ‘School on Fire’Not the full version, even if image quality would be partially "really not go…
on Shaw Brothers Classics Vol 8 | Blu-ray (Shout)Well, the answer is due to licencing, so your still where we were with region…
on Armie uncancels himself in Uwe Boll’s ‘Citizen Vigilante’… grab the signed Limited Edition Blu-ray before it’s gone!So because he became famous by being shit, we're now supposed to defend him b…
on I Love Maria | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Shout!)I wonder whether this version includes the scenes shown in the trailer but mi…
on Hail to the thief! Arrow Video announces 4K Ultra HD for John Woo’s Hong Kong heist actioner ‘Once a Thief’It doesn't have many fans on the west, but still John Woo's most popular movi…
on Hail to the thief! Arrow Video announces 4K Ultra HD for John Woo’s Hong Kong heist actioner ‘Once a Thief’Not a good movie: badly scripted, poorly directed. Looking so cheap... Next!
on The wait is nearly over! Jackie Chan’s 3D kung fu adventure ‘Magnificent Bodyguards’ arrives on Blu-ray this Julyalmost a year later let's pray we finally get it as promised lol
on Mao bang for your buck! Eureka’s announces the ‘Reap The Whirlwind: Four Films with Angela Mao’ Blu-ray collectionDammit. Another great release. So many of them coming along at the same time…
on The Kosugi ninja empire lives on! New Poster for Shane Kosugi’s ‘Seek’ starring Kansuke Asano and Kane KosugiGlad to see that both of Sho Kosugi's sons have been actively busy(film world…
on Bruce Lee returns! Check out the thrilling New Trailer for the ‘Game of Death’-focused documentary ‘Broken Rhythm’That's exactly what I have, and it is awesome. I don't really know what else…
on 🦂 Feel that sting? Here’s the full details for 88 Films’ Blu-ray for the 1992 Golden Harvest classic ‘Operation Scorpio’This is an old favorite of mine. Dare I hope 88films will release this in 4k…
on Hop right to it! New Bruce Lee doc, ‘Mr. Vampire’ reboot and more arriving from veteran Hong Kong producer Bey LoganYou’re no random stranger, Ska. You’re someone hiding behind a fake name who…
on Tarantino says NO, but Lionsgate says GO: Details for the 4K, Blu-ray and VHS editions for ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’I'd only disagree with you, Ska on the extended anime sequence. For years I'v…
on Tarantino says NO, but Lionsgate says GO: Details for the 4K, Blu-ray and VHS editions for ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’Don't forget the influence of Swedish revenge flick Thriller: A Cruel Movie o…
on I Love Maria | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Shout!)Clip. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYz1PbZiWte/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link…
on Ready to unleash some WANG!? Steve Wang’s cult classic ‘Guyver 2: Dark Hero’ arriving on Blu-ray later this yearI’m even more excited about this one than Roaring Fire. I know we’ll get a co…
Yearly Archives: 2012
Six Bullets DVD (Sony Pictures)
RELEASE DATE: September 11, 2012 Sony Pictures presents the DVD for Six Bullets (aka The Butcher), directed by Ernie Barbarash (Assassination Games) and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme. Also starring Joe Flanigan, Bianca Bree, Anna-Louise Plowman and Kristopher Van Varenberg. Check out the Trailer.
Posted in DVD/Blu-ray New Releases, Martial Arts Titles
The latest on Van Damme’s ‘Six Bullets’ – DVD cover revealed!
THE MOVIE: In Six Bullets (aka The Butcher), Van Damme plays a martial artist who has to rescue a daughter of an ex-mercenary. This will be Van Damme’s second film with director Ernie Barbarash (Assassination Games). Also starring Joe Flanigan, Bianca Bree, Anna-Louise Plowman and Kristopher Van Varenberg. Updates: From Van Damme’s Facebook: “I haven’t forgotten the kicks, but… I have a new move that has not been seen before, I have been … Continue reading
Posted in News
Cyber-punk fans may live to see ‘Snow Crash’ on the big screen after all
AICN hits us with some truly cool news today, as reports indicate Joe Cornish of Attack the Block fame has been given the greenlight from Paramount to write and direct an adaptation of the acclaimed cyber-punk novel Snow Crash. If you’ve ever been bitten by the cyber-punk bug in your life, chances are you’ve read Neal Stephenson’s 1992 tale of a not-so-distant future in which a sword-slinging pizza delivery guy … Continue reading
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King of Comedy (1999) Review
Director: Stephen Chow Cast: Stephen Chow, Cecilia Cheung, Ng Man Tat, Karen Mok, Jackie Chan, Bobby Yip, Bruce Law Running Time: 99 min. By Vic Nguyen Stephen Chow Sing-chi has long been considered the undisputed box office king of Hong Kong Cinema (not discounting Jackie Chan or Chow Yun-fat in their heydays), beginning with the remarkable success of the the Jeff Lau helmed All for the Winners. Ever since then, he … Continue reading
Posted in All, Chinese, News, Reviews
Tagged Cecilia Cheung, Jackie Chan, Karen Mok Man Wai, Ng Man Tat, Stephen Chow
Zu: Warriors from Magic Mountain (1983) Review
Director: Tsui Hark Producer: Leonard Ho Cast: Yuen Biao, Mang Hoi, Adam Cheng, Damian Lau, Sammo Hung, Moon Lee, Brigitte Lin, Norman Chu, Randy Man, Ha Kwong-Li, Tsui Hark Running Time: 98 min. By Numskull An unrestrained martial arts fantasy extravaganza with ample tongue-in-cheek humor delivered with a smug “ain’t I a genius?” attitude by overpraised director Tsui Hark. This sugar rush of a movie bombards the audience with one … Continue reading
Posted in Chinese, Golden Harvest, News, Reviews
Tagged Adam Cheng Siu Chow, Brigitte Lin, Damian Lau, Ha Kwong-Li, Moon Lee, Norman Chu, Sammo Hung, Tsui Hark, Yuen Biao
Full Alert (1997) Review
Director: Ringo Lam Producer: Ringo Lam Cast: Lau Ching-Wan, Francis Ng Chun-yu, Peter Yung Kam-Cheung, Chin Kar-Lok, Monica Chan Running Time: 98 min. By Barey Gusey After making his Hollywood debut in Jean-Claude Van Damme’s Maximum Risk (which was heavily tampered with by the studio), director Ringo Lam (City on Fire) returned to his native Hong Kong to film Full Alert, a dark, superbly written crime drama. Other than a very … Continue reading
Posted in Chinese, News, Reviews
Tagged Amanda Lee Wai Man, Chin Kar Lok, Francis Ng, Jack Kao Jie, Lau Ching-Wan (Sean Lau), Ringo Lam
Exclusive: Interview with Jason Yee
Cityonfire.com is proud to present an interview with Jason Yee, the charismatic martial arts star of The Girl from the Naked Eye, which will be in theaters on June 15, 2012 and on DVD on July 24, 2012. Can you tell us about your martial arts and acting background? I started martial arts at 6 years old, influenced by my grandfather, Bruce Lee and Kung-fu movies. Growing up in the inner-city streets of … Continue reading
Battleground Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)
RELEASE DATE: August 28, 2012 Well Go USA presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Battleground. A bank heist goes wrong and six ruthless men escape into the forests of North Michigan with three million dollars, only to encounter a deranged Vietnam veteran who still lives for the kill. Check out the trailer.
Lady Ninja: Reflections of Darkness DVD (Tokyo Shock)
RELEASE DATE: August 28, 2012 Tokyo Shock presents the DVD for Lady Ninja: Reflections of Darkness. A sexy squad of female ninja assassins is hired by a ruthless magistrate to exterminate his former lovers, who threaten to ruin his reputation. Battles erupt with a hilarious mix of martial arts, magic and (partial) nudity, all in the line of duty. Check out the trailer.
The latest on ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ – New ‘baller’ clip
THE MOVIE: 500 Days of Summer director Marc Webb presents the untold story of Spider-Man’s origin in Sony’s The Amazing Spider-Man, featuring Andrew Garfield (The Social Network) as the costumed web-slinger. Also starring Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Martin Sheen, and Sally Field. In theaters July 3, 2012. THE TRAILER: Courtesy of Apple Quicktime. Updates: ComicBookMovie via Latino Review has an interview with Webb on Spider-Man. Oh, and some more pics, … Continue reading
Posted in News
The Viral Factor Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)
RELEASE DATE: August 28, 2012 Well Go USA is proud to present the Blu-ray & DVD for The Viral Factor, the latest blockbuster from Dante Lam, one of Hong Kong’s premiere action directors. The Viral Factor stars The Green Hornet’s Jay Chou and Shaolin’s Nic Tse. Check out the trailer.
Posted in Asian Titles, DVD/Blu-ray New Releases
House of Flying Daggers (2004) Review
AKA: Lovers Director: Zhang Yimou Cast: Zhang Ziyi, Andy Lau, Song Dandan, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Song Dandan Running Time: 119 min. By Owlman Let me start off by saying that House of Flying Daggers is a very beautiful film. The cinematography, the colorful costumes, the action scenes – all very well done and hypnotic during the first viewing of the film. However, like Zhang Yimou’s previous wuxia creation, Hero, House of … Continue reading
Posted in News, Reviews
Tagged Andy Lau Tak-Wah, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Zhang Yimou, Zhang Ziyi
Hero (2002) Review
Director: Zhang Yimou Cast: Jet Li, Maggie Cheung, Tony Leung Chiu Wai, Donnie Yen, Zhang Ziyi, Chen Dao Ming, James Pak Chin Sek, Liu Zhong Yuan, Zheng Tian Yong Running Time: 96/120 min. By Dragon Ma Hero is like a Chinese painting come to life, the colours are vibrant and stunning. Chris Doyle became a god of cinematography with this film. His use of colour is unmatched, the fight between … Continue reading
Posted in News, Reviews
Tagged Donnie Yen, Jet Li, Maggie Cheung, Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Zhang Yimou, Zhang Ziyi
Lockout Blu-ray & DVD (Sony)
RELEASE DATE: July 17, 2012 Sony Entertainment presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Lockout. A renegade CIA agent (Guy Pearce), falsely accused of murder, must overcome a gang of ruthless prisoners held 50 miles above Earth and rescue the President’s daughter (Maggie Grace) in order to regain his freedom. Check out the trailer.
Get the Gringo aka How I Spent My Summer Vacation Blu-ray & DVD (Fox)
RELEASE DATE: July 17, 2012 Fox presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Get the Gringo, starring Mel Gibson. A career criminal (Gibson) pulls off the heist of a lifetime, but his getaway plans go south of the border when a high-speed car chase lands him in a hard-core Mexican prison community known as “El Pueblito.” Check out the trailer.
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