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- Andrew Hernandez on Deal on Fire! The Corrupter | Blu-ray | Only $12.18 – Expires soon!James Foley said in interviews that he wasn’t a fan of HK action, but watched…
- Andrew Hernandez on The unhinged martial arts sci-fi actioner ‘Boy Kills World’ starring ‘Crow’ actor Bill Skarsgård gets a New TrailerNot sure where it dragged since the action was so frequent. So much so, I wel…
- dakuan on The unhinged martial arts sci-fi actioner ‘Boy Kills World’ starring ‘Crow’ actor Bill Skarsgård gets a New Trailerwatched the other day: if i wasn't a sucker for both Yayan Ruhian and Jon Ben…
- JJ Bona on Deal on Fire! The Corrupter | Blu-ray | Only $12.18 – Expires soon!I liked this one too. I consider it CYF's best Hollywood film. I have a feeli…
- Andrew Hernandez on Michelle Yeoh will attack with a different kind of blade for Amazon Prime’s sequel series ‘Blade Runner 2099’I’m sure after Everything Everywhere and winning the Oscar, she wanted to rec…
- Ska Martes on Michelle Yeoh will attack with a different kind of blade for Amazon Prime’s sequel series ‘Blade Runner 2099’Its a shame Yeoh hasn't been able to capitalise on her Oscar success with a g…
- Ska Martes on Bursting Point (2023) ReviewDefinitely not a perfect movie by any means but this was far more enjoyable t…
- Andrew Hernandez on Deal on Fire! The Corrupter | Blu-ray | Only $12.18 – Expires soon!I enjoyed this movie! Back in high school, I was excited to learn that the di…
- Andrew Hernandez on Bursting Point (2023) ReviewIt wasn’t all him since he and Gordon Chan were co-directors. (Allegedly. Aft…
- Ven on 88 Films will release a Blu-ray for ‘An Autumn’s Tale’ this summer starring Chow Yun-fat and Cherie ChungAmazing film!
- JJ Bona on Bursting Point (2023) Review"After his Beast Cops-phase. I tuned out."
- Tory on Bursting Point (2023) ReviewThanks for this! I didn’t even know this was a thing, and I’m probably happie…
- Andrew Hernandez on Bursting Point (2023) ReviewHmmm. I’m pretty selective with what dark films I’ll go for, but it sounds li…
- Timwest on Now the real pain begins, Danny-boy! Watch the Teaser Trailer for Netflix’ 6th season for the ‘Cobra Kai’ martial arts sagaYes see that miove
- Andrew Hernandez on The unhinged martial arts sci-fi actioner ‘Boy Kills World’ starring ‘Crow’ actor Bill Skarsgård gets a New TrailerThis was good escapism for the weekend! Bill Skarsgard did a great job in the…
- Martin+Sandison on Dragon, The Hero, The | aka Dragon on Fire (1979) ReviewHi Eric, sorry for the late reply I just noticed this post. You can still fin…
- Andrew Hernandez on Kato who? Eureka’s Blu-ray for Jet Li’s sci-fi actioner ‘Black Mask’ now available from Eureka EntertainmentThis was a great release. It’s amazing how much they polished and made the pi…
- Scott Robinson on Roundup: Punishment, The (2024) Reviewmaybe i don't get outside enough haha what are of AZ did you live at?
- Scott Robinson on Cynthia Rothrock, Stephen Chow, Andy Lau and Simon Yam: Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH for the month of May!Hi yah's chinese web movie to HK film ratio is getting mo bettah.
- Andrew Hernandez on Cynthia Rothrock, Stephen Chow, Andy Lau and Simon Yam: Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH for the month of May!Ah, City Cops. Everything else about that flick was unbearable, but the decen…
- Andrew Hernandez on Roundup: Punishment, The (2024) ReviewI used to live in AZ, and I was fortunate enough to catch theatrical releases…
- Andrew on Roundup: Punishment, The (2024) ReviewAlways a pleasure to see Paul enjoying a Don Lee film, glad you liked this mo…
- Typo on The Double Crossers | Blu-ray (Eureka)Well... No.
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- Andrew Hernandez on France’s answer to ‘The Raid’? Don’t miss a Newest hard-hitting clip for ‘Mayhem!’ from ‘Hitman’ director Xavier GensI finally found time to rent Farang, and I liked it. I’m glad I read the revi…
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Author Archives: JJ Hatfield
Duel of Fists | aka Fist Attack (1971) Review
Director: Chang Cheh Producer: Runme Shaw Cast: David Chiang, Ti Lung, Cheng Lee, Guk Fung, Chan Sing, Cheng Miu, Wong Chung, Yeung Chi Hing, Yuen Wo Ping, Yen Shi-Kwan, Yuen Shun-Yi, Yuen Cheung Yan, Chan Chuen, Lau Laan Ying, Tong Dik Running Time: 102 min. By JJ Hatfield In 1971 Chang Cheh took Ti Lung and David Chiang to Thailand to film a Muay Thai boxing tournament movie/travelogue. That may … Continue reading
Deadly Breaking Sword, The (1979) Review
Director: Sun Chung Writer: Ni Kuang Cast: Ti Lung, Alexander Fu Sheng, Shih Szu, Ku Feng, Chan Wai Man, Lily Li Li Li, Ngaai Fei, Chan Shen, Kara Hui, Ha Ping, Alan Chan, Cheung Gwok, Chow Kin Ping, Gam Tin Chue, Hung Ling Ling, Keung Hon, Eddie Ko Hung Running Time: 101 min. By JJ Hatfield An arrogant assassin and an unlucky gambler are brought together by pride, greed and a captivating courtesan … Continue reading
Heroic Ones, The (1970) Review
AKA: Shaolin Masters Director: Chang Cheh Writer: Chang Cheh, Ni Kuang Producer: Run Run Shaw Cast: David Chiang, Ti Lung, Chan Chuen, Lily Li Li Li, Chan Sing, Bolo Yeung, Ku Feng, Chin Han, Wang Chung, James Nam Gung Fan, Chan Feng Chen, Cheng Hong Yip Running Time: 121 min. By JJ Hatfield In a time when warring factions fought for a divided China, a powerful Mongol warlord and his … Continue reading
Restless, The (2006) Review
Director: Jo Dong-Oh Writer: Jo Dong-Oh Cast: Jung Woo-Sung, Kim Tae-Hee, Heo Jun-Ho, So E-Hyun, Park Sang-Wook, Kim Kwang-Il, Yu Ha-Jun Running Time: 105 min. By JJ Hatfield In 984 AD, the Kingdom of the United Shilla fell into chaos and ruin due to the corruption of the royal family who indulged themselves in luxury and excess as the people suffered and starved. Violence spread, revolts and war swept the … Continue reading
Legend of the Bat | aka Clans of Intrigue 2 (1978) Review
Director: Chor Yuen Writer: Chor Yuen Producer: Mona Fong Yat Wah, Yueh Hua, Cheng Li, Candice Yu On On, Derek Yee, Wang Chung, Cast: Ti Lung, Ling Yun, Cheng Miu, Yuen Wah, Norman Chu Running Time: 101 min. By JJ Hatfield This breathtakingly beautiful film is a rather unusual mix of martial arts, sword fighting, mystery and intrigue from the Shaw Brothers. Set in the Martial World, two longtime friends … Continue reading
I Saw the Devil (2010) Review
Director: Kim Ji-woon Writer: Park Hoon-jung Cast: Lee Byung-Hun, Choi Min-Sik, Jeon Guk-Hwan, Cheon Ho-Jin, Oh San-Ha, Kim Yun-Seo, Choi Mu-Seong, Kim In-Seo, Jo Deok-Je, Han Cheol-Woo Running Time: 114 min. By JJ Hatfield I Saw The Devil is a stunning masterpiece of the macabre. A terrifying tale of horrific deeds done for sickening psychotic pleasures and unimaginable acts carried out for a promised justice. In the dark of night … Continue reading
Dream of a Warrior (2001) Review
Director: Park Hee-Joon Producer: Kim Hyung-Joon Cast: Leon Lai Ming, Lee Na-Young, Park Eun-Hye, Yoon Tae-Young, Kim Ji-Moo Running Time: 84 min. By JJ Hatfield A tale of romance and time travel begins with action in a futuristic? form of Korea. Having a question mark in the first sentence should serve as a warning to the reader – there are many questionable aspects of this movie. This film is billed … Continue reading
Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008) Review
Director: Guillermo del Toro Writer: Guillermo del Toro, Mike Mignola Cast: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, Jeffrey Tambor, Luke Goss, Anna Walton, John Hurt, Seth MacFarlane Running Time: 120 min. By JJ Hatfield In some ways Hellboy II: The Golden Army surpasses the first movie especially when it comes to creatures of all sizes and personalities. Director Guillermo del Toro deserves much of the credit for making the movie … Continue reading
Flight of the Living Dead: Outbreak on a Plane (2007) Review
Director: Scott Thomas Writer: Sidney Iwanter, Mark Onspaugh, Scott Thomas Producer: David Shoshan Cast: David Chisum, Kristen Kerr, Kevin J. O’Connor, Derek Webster, Dale Midkiff, Erick Avari, Richard Tyson Running Time: 94 min. By JJ Hatfield In the mood for a scary flick instead of watching some of my perennial favorites I decided to catch up on some films I have purposely passed by. Flight Of The Living Dead happened … Continue reading
Purple Storm (1999) Review
Director: Teddy Chen Cast: Daniel Wu, Emil Chau, Kam Kwok Leung, Josie Ho, Joan Chen, Moses Chan, Patrick Tam, Eric Mo, Michael Tong, Brian Banowetz, Anthony Carpio, Theresa Lee Running Time: 114 min. By JJ Hatfield “Purple Storm” is an amazing action drama that won numerous awards and critical acclaim all over Asia but never seemed to find it’s way to the U.S. audiences. Fortunately one can now find full … Continue reading
Kung Fu Genius (1979) Review
Director: Wilson Tong Wai Shing Producer: Alex Gouw Cast: Peter Chan Lung, Cheng Hong Yip, Ching Chu, Hsiao Ho, Hui Ying Ying, Lee Hoi San, Cliff Lok Kam Tung, San Sin, Wilson Tong Wai Shing, Tsang Choh Lam, Wong Yat Fei Running Time: 84 min. By JJ Hatfield This film is directed by Wilson Tong who should know enough about films at the time this was shot he could have … Continue reading
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