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Andrew Hernandez on John Woo’s action classic goes hard! Restored ‘Hard Boiled’ is coming to Cannes, Digital and Physical from Shout!I remember when we thought it wouldn’t get better than Criterion’s DVD back i…
Ska Martes on John Woo’s action classic goes hard! Restored ‘Hard Boiled’ is coming to Cannes, Digital and Physical from Shout!Let's hope the actual release is better than this fanmade trailer "4k remaste…
JJ Bona on John Woo’s action classic goes hard! Restored ‘Hard Boiled’ is coming to Cannes, Digital and Physical from Shout!Thanks for the heads up, Ben!
Big Ben on John Woo’s action classic goes hard! Restored ‘Hard Boiled’ is coming to Cannes, Digital and Physical from Shout!Probably should include this trailer, as it's the same trailer, but with the…
Kevin on Don Lee goes hog wild with Michael Rooker in ‘Pig Village’ from ‘The Roundup’ director Lee Sang-yongFinally got his staring role in an American movie. That one step ahead of Don…
JJ Bona on The night comes for Bob Odenkirk! New Trailer for ‘Nobody 2’ from director Timo TjahjantoOpiumKungFuCracker?
Opiumkungfusandals on The night comes for Bob Odenkirk! New Trailer for ‘Nobody 2’ from director Timo TjahjantoOh yeah baby!! In Timo we trust!! Looks like loads of fun this summer!!
Andrew Hernandez on The Old Woman with the Knife (2025) ReviewA movie about a weakened assassin who can’t engage their enemies traditionall…
Max on Do you believe in Bronsploitation? Well, you’re gonna meet ’em! Sneak peek at Mike Malloy’s upcoming documentaryLooks exciting Mike. Should generate a lot of interest. Looking forward to th…
Anthony Harris on Do you believe in Bronsploitation? Well, you’re gonna meet ’em! Sneak peek at Mike Malloy’s upcoming documentaryMalloy knows his tough guys. Consistently creating thought provoking and inte…
Paul Bramhall on Watch Jackie Chan go off on Wang in a New action-packed clip from ‘Karate Kid: Legends’Xiangyang Xu with assistance from Fabien Gorchon.
Kevin on Watch Jackie Chan go off on Wang in a New action-packed clip from ‘Karate Kid: Legends’Who the fight choreographer?
Joan on Do you believe in Bronsploitation? Well, you’re gonna meet ’em! Sneak peek at Mike Malloy’s upcoming documentaryInteresting, did not know. “Imitation is the greatest form of flattery.”
Andrew Hernandez on Is there a doctor in the house? ‘John Wick’ producers enlist Michelle Yeoh in the action thriller ‘The Surgeon’This sounds really cool, and I’d love for it to succeed. I just hope that Mic…
emma on Is there a doctor in the house? ‘John Wick’ producers enlist Michelle Yeoh in the action thriller ‘The Surgeon’Now this is the kind of casting news that really gets fans buzzing! Michelle…
emma on Deal on Fire! The Postman Strikes Back | Blu-ray | Only $18.99 – Expires soon!This is such an underrated gem that's finally getting the recognition it trul…
Dan on Watch Jackie Chan go off on Wang in a New action-packed clip from ‘Karate Kid: Legends’There's a reason that scene takes place in the dark - none of it was Jackie,…
Juan A Dilone on Who wins in a fight between Xie Miao vs Andy On? New Trailer for ‘Hunt the Wicked’ from the director of ‘Blind War’do they have a english dub at least for the movie
JJ Bona on Pop it, Tommy, pop it!!! Are Philip and Simon Rhee reuniting with Eric Roberts for a ‘Best of the Best 5’?They need to do it Leroy Nguyen-style and hit the button!
Ningen on Pop it, Tommy, pop it!!! Are Philip and Simon Rhee reuniting with Eric Roberts for a ‘Best of the Best 5’?Plus, the alleged Shaolin Soccer and Kung Fu Hustle sequels.
Paul Bramhall on Pop it, Tommy, pop it!!! Are Philip and Simon Rhee reuniting with Eric Roberts for a ‘Best of the Best 5’?If we’ve learnt anything, it’s that there’s a world of difference between “go…
JJ Bona on Pop it, Tommy, pop it!!! Are Philip and Simon Rhee reuniting with Eric Roberts for a ‘Best of the Best 5’?I hope it happens too, but unfortunately, a "mention" isn't official. Still w…
Kiril Valkov on John Woo’s action classic goes hard! Restored ‘Hard Boiled’ is coming to Cannes, Digital and Physical from Shout!As far as I know Shout Factory bought the whole library of titles from the co…
chrichtonsworld on John Woo’s action classic goes hard! Restored ‘Hard Boiled’ is coming to Cannes, Digital and Physical from Shout!I own the DVD, two Blu-ray editions. Not that long ago I saw a video on youtu…
Guest777 on Pop it, Tommy, pop it!!! Are Philip and Simon Rhee reuniting with Eric Roberts for a ‘Best of the Best 5’?JJ Bona, why "nothing is official"? Over the last two years the Rhee brothers…
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New Trailer for Makoto Nagahisa’s ‘We Are Little Zombies’ is a little more than out of this 8-bit world
Coming soon from Oscilloscope Entertainment is We Are Little Zombies, an acclaimed Japanese feature from writer/director Makoto Nagahisa (And So We Put Goldfish in the Pool). Judging from what we’ve read, We Are Little Zombies is highly original and pushes the limits of creative freedom. One reviewer says: “If you are sick of watching movies that look all the same and are meaningless, Little Zombies is your solution to your problems.” Read … Continue reading
Kung fu legend Yuen Biao makes a ‘Fast Escape’ from prison
Hong Kong’s Yuen Biao (Dragons Forever, knockabout, Righting Wrongs) – a legendary kung fu star known for his acrobatic kung fu ability – will return in Fast Escape, an actioner from director Wang You Hao. We’ve seen the 3rd famous Seven Little Fortune in semi-recent films like Sifu vs. Vampire and The Bodyguard – and look forward to seeing him in the forthcoming Heroes Return – but for Fast Escape, here’s hoping he’ll show … Continue reading
Ted Geoghegan explains ‘This is Not a Story About Bruce Lee’ (it’s about that other kung fu guy)
Filmmaker Ted Geoghegan (Mohawk, We Are Still Here) has started a radio program dedicated to “the guy behind the guy, behind the guy!” (you better know that quote!). Official description: Each episode of the program begins as the story of someone or something in the world of film that cinephiles know quite well, but transforms into an expertly-researched tale about a new topic: one that can be closely-related or worlds … Continue reading
Chasing the Dragon II: Wild Wild Bunch | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2020 On April 28, 2020, Well Go USA will be releasing the Blu-ray for Chasing the Dragon II: Wild Wild Bunch (formerly known as Chasing the Dragon II: Master of Ransom). Chasing the Dragon II: Wild Wild Bunch is based on a real-life spate of kidnappings that terrorised Hong Kong’s elite in the 1990s. The film stars Tony Leung Ka-fai (The Taking of Tiger Mountain) plays the kidnap king, while … Continue reading
Unstoppable | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2020 On April 28, 2020, Well Go USA will be releasing the Blu-ray for Unstoppable (read our review), starring the super charismatic Ma Dong-seok, aka Don Lee (Champion, Along with the Gods), who practically stole the show in 2016’s Train to Busan. In this action-thriller, a legendary gangster (Ma Dong-seok) enjoys a quiet retirement. But when his wife (Song Ji-Hyo of New World) is kidnapped, he must once again become the … Continue reading
Line Walker 2: Invisible Spy | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2020 On April 28, 2020, Well Go USA will be releasing the Blu-ray for Line Walker 2: Invisible Spy, the sequel to 2016’s Line Walker. Line Walker 2: Invisible Spy is once again directed by Jazz Boon and stars Nick Cheung (The Trough), Louis Koo (Three) and Francis Ng (Enter the Warrior’s Gate). In this action spectacle, a car crash sparks a war between local police and an … Continue reading
Lucid Dreams | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2020 On April 28, 2020, Well Go USA will be releasing the Blu-ray for Lucid Dreams (not to be confused with 2017 South Korean movie, Lucid Dream), a thriller from writer/director Teddy Robin Kwan (Twin Dragons, The Legend of Wisley). Four stories make up this episodic film in which the director recounts four of his own dreams. The explored dreams are Tung, a down on his luck … Continue reading
All-star wuxia actioner ‘Invincible’ with Simon Yam, Andy On and Collin Chou choreographed by Sammo Hung in the works
Directors Tan Qiao and Allen Lan – the filmmakers behind the Dream Journey franchise and Flying Dragon, Leaping Tiger, respectively – are planning an all-star wuxia actioner titled Tianxia Wudi (or Invincible). The film is set to star Simon Yam (Mrs. K), Andy On (Undercover Punch and Gun), Collin Chou (Super Bodyguard), Eric Tsang (Handsome Siblings), Waise Lee (To Be Number One), Shi Yanneng (Flash Point), Timmy Hung (God of War) … Continue reading
Deal on Fire! Immortal Demon Slayer | Blu-ray | Only $2.32 – Expires soon!
Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Immortal Demon Slayer – The Legend of Wu Kong (aka WuKong), a fantasy/martial arts film directed by Derek Kwok (As the Lights Goes Out, Full Strike, Gallants). Immortal Demon Slayer tells the story of Sun Wukong (played by Eddie Peng of Hidden Man, Operation Mekong and The Great Wall) before he became the Monkey King. The film also stars Ni Ni (Enter the Warriors Gate, The Thousand Faces of Dunjia), Shawn Yue (The … Continue reading
What Proof Do You Need for a Restraining Order? A Helpful Guide
Did you know that there are between two million to three million restraining orders issued per year? If you are wondering what proof do you need for a restraining order, you are in the right place. We have put together this guide with the key things to know about filing a restraining order. Keep reading to learn all the ins and outs of getting a restraining order put in place. What … Continue reading
How to Check for a Concussion: A Detailed Guide
Did you know that there are between 1.6-3.8 million sports-related concussions in the United States every year? With this many concussions happening every year it is a good idea to learn how to check for a concussion in case your child or family member ever suffers from one. Keep reading to learn more about checking for a concussion and what to look out for. What Is a Concussion? First, let’s … Continue reading
‘Badges of Fury’ director Wong Tsz Ming sends Simon Yam to space in sci-fi thriller ‘Regained Earth’
Filmmaker Wong Tsz Ming (Party King), who is best known for directing the 2013 Jet Li/Wen Zhang actioner Badges of Fury, is taking a cue from Frant Gwo’s 2019 box office hit, The Wandering Earth, for an upcoming film, similarly titled Regained Earth. This upcoming science fiction film (we’re pretty sure it’s not a sequel to the aforementioned The Wandering Earth) is headlined by veteran Hong Kong star Simon Yam (Operation Red Sea) with Huang Yi … Continue reading
8 Things to Do in Your Free Time During the Pandemic
Now that you’re stuck home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, are you bored out of your mind? Being home has its perks, but it can also leave people feeling bored, too. If you’re bored and interested in finding things to do in your free time, you’ve come to the right place. Here are eight things you can do in your free time during this global pandemic. 1. Play Games or … Continue reading
Giant robot sci-fi actioner ‘Bravestorm’ hits U.S. DVD in April
On April 7, 2020, Distribution Solutions released the DVD for Junya Okabe’s actioner, Bravestorm (aka BraveStorm). In the year 2050, mankind is extinct. The last survivors travel back in time to stop the invader, Killgis, aided by roboticist Kenichiro Kurenai. When they arrive at the past, they start to build a giant robot, Red Baron, and the pilot of the Red Baron races against time aided by reinforced humans to … Continue reading
Deal on Fire! Van Damme Double Feature: Nowhere to Run and The Order | Blu-ray | Only $7.98 – Expires soon!
Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for The JCVD Double Feature, which includes 2001’s The Order, directed by Sheldon Lettich (Double Impact) and 1993’s Nowhere to Run, directed by Robert Harmon (The Hitcher) and written by Joe Eszterhas (Basic Instinct). In The Order, a playboy criminal (Van Damme) contacts his dad after stealing a Faberge egg. Later it seems his dad has gone missing in Israel so he heads … Continue reading
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