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COF Presents: An interview with controversial ‘bad boy’ Indie Filmmaker Leroy Nguyen

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this interview are those of Leroy Nguyen’s and do not necessarily reflect the views of City on Fire and/or its partners. The following is an interview with indie action filmmaker, Leroy Nguyen. He’s been around for awhile, but most of you probably never heard of him, so here’s a quick intro: Leroy Nguyen is the director, actor, writer, editor and action choreographer of Black Scar Blues, … Continue reading

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‘John Wick’ director Chad Stahelski lends a hand to English-language remake of ‘Man From Nowhere’

"The Man From Nowhere" Blu-ray Cover

After collecting dust for over 8 years, New Line’s U.S. remake of the 2010 Korean box office hit The Man From Nowhere is getting some leverage with the addition of Chad Stahelski (John Wick franchise), who has signed onto the remake as producer, along with his John Wick, John Wick: Chapter 2 and John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum ollaborator/writer, Derek Kolstad. Deadline reports that Stahelski will produce with Jason Spitz through their 87Eleven Entertainment production … Continue reading

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How to Win at Slots: The Complete Guide for Beginners

Slot machines can be as much as 85% of the casino industry’s revenue. People turn to slot machines because they’re so easy to play and they’re fun. There’s a reason why they make so much money for casinos. It is very easy to just keep clicking the spin button when you play online slots. The next thing you know, you’re out $50 in 30 minutes.  There are ways to make … Continue reading

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Know When to Fold ‘Em: When to Fold in Poker

The chances of getting two aces or a pictured pair in your first hand is a mere 2.1 percent. If you hold out for that kind of deal, well, your poker game will never get started. But you might do this out of confusion — particularly, you’re not sure when to fold in poker. So, you wait for a great hand, or you hold on for far too long. The … Continue reading

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4 Factors to Consider When Choosing an RV

More than 10 million U.S. households own RVs. Even more people are interested in buying RVs, but many people are confused. Choosing an RV that is going to work for you can be intimidating. There are some important things to think about before you put the money out. Continue reading this article, and we will go over some of the different things to consider when buying a new recreational vehicle. … Continue reading

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Ashfall | Blu-ray (MPI Home Video)

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RELEASE DATE: October 6, 2020 On October 6, 2020, MPI Home Video will be releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Ashfall (aka Baekdu Mountain), a Korean action-thriller from writing/directing duo Lee Hae-Jun (My Dictator) and Kim Byung-Seo (Cold Eyes) Ashfall (read our review) features an all-star cast that includes Lee Byung-Hun (I Saw the Devil, A Bittersweet Life), Ha Jung-Woo (Tunnel, The Chaser), Ma Dong-Seok (One on One, The Gangster, The … Continue reading

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Golf holidays Direct Wales golf break sale

The country has discovered vegetables dissipated all over the place, from the Isle of Heavenly attendant in the north to Swansea in the southeast. With such a significant number of courses to look over, you can discover in any event one course that suits your golf end of the week break. Voyaging north of Ribs? You might need to call the Rehons on Ocean Golf Club, where you will play … Continue reading

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Seized | DVD (Lionsgate)

Seized | DVD (Lionsgate)

RELEASE DATE: October 13, 2020 On October 13, Lionsgate is releasing Seized (aka Rizk) on DVD, Digital, and On Demand. The film sees martial arts star Scott Adkins re-teaming with action director Isaac Florentine (Close Range, Undisputed 2: Last Man Standing). Joining Adkins for the fun is Mario Van Peebles, who is perhaps best known for directing 1991’s New Jack City and starring in the 1996 cult action flick, Solo (read our review). Hiding out with … Continue reading

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Warning from Space | Bu-ray (Arrow Video)

Warning from Space | Bu-ray (Arrow Video)

RELEASE DATE: October 13, 2020 On October 13, 2020, Arrow Video will be releasing Koji Shima’s 1956 classic, Warning From Space. The film is hailed as the first Japanese science fiction film to be made in colour. It’s known for its eye-popping special effects from the same team at Daiei Studios that would bring Gamera to life a decade later. Read the official details below: As Japan is rocked by mysterious sightings of … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Chocolate | Blu-ray | Only $7.99 – Expires soon!

"Chocolate" Blu-ray Cover

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for 2008’s Chocolate, directed by Prachya Pinkaew (Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior). The film is headlined by Thai martial arts star Yanin Vismitananda (Triple Threat, Europe Raiders, Hard Target 2 and Tom Yum Goong 2) A young girl (Vismitananda) learns to fight from watching TV and the fighters from the boxing school next door. When she finds a list of debtors in her ailing mother s diary, … Continue reading

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Don’t Be Like the Rest of Them: 10 Creative First Date Ideas

First dates can be very stressful since you have to think of what to wear and where to go. It’s even more taxing when you’re going with someone special. If you’ve found someone you like, you’ll want to impress them with a great date. Finding new ideas to have fun is a valuable skill that everyone needs help with. Don’t worry, we’ve compiled a list of creative first date ideas to … Continue reading

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Jackie Chan to return to the ‘Police Story’ franchise in 2022

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Legendary martial arts icon Jackie Chan (The Foreigner) will return for a new Police Story movie, with the preliminary title, Police Story 2022 (aka Police Story 6). For the upcoming film, Jackie is teaming up with his Bleeding Steel director, Leo Zhang (Chrysanthemum to the Beast). Police Story remains arguably the most popular series of films that Jackie has ever done, with the 1985 original solidifying Jackie’s status as an … Continue reading

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For the Love of Wine: 4 of the Best Destinations for a Wine Vacation

Can drinking wine help you live longer? Yes! Studies show that drinking wine in moderation can reduce your risk of developing cardiovascular disease or having a heart attack. Wine also can boost your good cholesterol levels, while preventing bad cholesterols from damaging your arteries. Of course, one of the best things about wine is the experience of drinking it. Drinking wine can be stimulating, educational, and romantic, all at the … Continue reading

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How to Protect Yourself at All Times: A Guide

There were over 16,000 murders in 2018. The good news is that this is a small number for a nation of over 300 million people. As a general rule, crime rates have been dropping since the early 1990’s. Still, somebody makes up the statistics, so it’s important to protect yourself at all times. It probably seems that crime is always going to happen when we’re least prepared. However, that’s not … Continue reading

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5 Incredible Uses of Film Lighting

Did you know that New Jersey was actually one of the origins of the film industry? Yes, “Lights, camera, action!” all began in Jersy. Speaking of which, in that famous phrase, what comes first? Lights! Film lighting plays a huge role in creating the final product of a movie. Often one of the integral parts of cinematography, the way that a movie is lit will influence the tone of each … Continue reading

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