Author Archives: JJ Bona

LUCKY STARS! Two Hong Kong film legends unite in ‘The Living Dragon’ starring Yasuaki Kurata and Sammo Hung

The new martial arts film, The Living Dragon (aka Dream Story), is now playing in Japanese theaters. The project centers on legendary martial arts star Yasuaki Kurata (Ninja in Deadly Trap, Empty Hands). The Living Dragon includes a special appearance by the great Sammo Hung (Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In), who starred alongside Yasuaki in 1985’s Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars, 1986’s Millionaires Express and 2017’s God of War. The … Continue reading →

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Can Iko Uwais deliver the next THE FURIOUS? ‘The Raid’ star teams with ‘Menace II Society’ director for ‘Jakarta’

Director Albert Hughes, one half of the Hughes Brothers (Menace II Society, Book of Eli), is teaming up with martial arts star Iko Uwais (Wings of Dread, The Raid, The Raid 2) for Jakarta. The upcoming series revolves around a generational family set in Indonesia’s bustling capital, where rapid globalization reshapes

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FURIOUS director Kenji Tanigaki returns to work on Soi Cheang Pou Soi’s ‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ sequel

Two years ago, director Soi Cheang Pou Soi (SPL II: A Time for Consequences), alongside producers Wilson Yip (Ip Man 4) and John Chong (Paradox), revealed plans for both a prequel and a sequel to 2024’s Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In. And today, those plans are in full effect… Twilight of the Warriors: The Final Chapter, the sequel to the aforementioned Hong Kong martial arts thriller, is now filming, … Continue reading →

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Light Jets, Midsize Jets, and Heavy Jets: Which Category Fits Your Needs? | Hera Flight

One of the first decisions travelers face when booking a private jet charter is choosing the right aircraft category. While private aviation offers access to hundreds of aircraft models, most charter options fall into three primary categories: light jets, midsize jets, and heavy jets. Each category is designed for specific types of missions and offers distinct advantages in terms of range, passenger capacity, comfort, airport accessibility, and operational efficiency. Selecting the right … Continue reading →

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This one makes people FURIOUS… Grab a Limited Edition Blu-ray for ‘Citizen Vigilante’ before it gets cancelled!

Cult director Uwe Boll (In the Name of the King, Rampage) is currently making headlines with Citizen Vigilante, which has become an unlikely viral sensation. The politically charged thriller follows a vigilante (Armie Hammer) who targets undocumented immigrants responsible for deadly crimes, a premise that reportedly led to the film being banned in Germany. The ban drew the attention of Elon Musk, who shared the film online for free, helping … Continue reading →

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Why Martial Arts Films Continue to Inspire Audiences Around the World

The hero usually wins long before the final opponent falls. It happens during the repetitive training, the humiliating defeat and the moment pride finally gives way to discipline. That is why these films travel so well across languages and generations. The fights provide spectacle, but the real attraction is watching someone become capable of facing what once defeated them. A Local Genre Found a Global Language Asian martial arts films … Continue reading →

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Deal on Fire! Shadow | Blu-ray | Only $12.48 – Expires soon!

Shadow | Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Shadow (read our review), a martial arts epic from director Zhang Yimou (The Great Wall). The film, which takes places during the Three Kingdoms era, stars Leo Wu (S.M.A.R.T. Chase), Ryan Zheng (Jian Bing Man), Deng Chao (The Mermaid), Sun Li (The Lost Bladesman), Wang Qianyuan (Saving Mr. Wu) and Hu Jun (The Bodyguard). With Shadow, director Zhang Yimou (Hero) once again pushes the boundaries of wuxia action to create … Continue reading →

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The Octagon | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On September 28, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for The Octagon, a 1980 actioner directed by Eric Karson (Black Eagle, Angel Town) and starring martial arts legend, Chuck Norris (Slaughter in San Francisco, Code of Silence, Way of the Dragon). Ninjas were supposed to have died out three

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A Beginner’s Guide to the Many Colors of Sapphire

Ask most people to picture a sapphire and they will describe a deep, velvety blue. That instinct is not wrong, but it tells only a fraction of the story. Sapphire is one of the most color-diverse gemstones set into fine jewelry, appearing in pink, yellow, green, near-colorless white, and even soft blends that seem to shift as the light moves. For anyone starting to explore rings, necklaces, and pendants built … Continue reading →

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But will it be better than FURIOUS? Donnie Yen’s ‘John Wick’ spin-off ‘Caine’ officially finishes filming

Martial arts superstar Donnie Yen (The Prosecutor, Chasing the Dragon) is currently putting the finishing touches on post production for Caine, the highly anticipated John Wick spin off that sees Yen reprise his role as the blind assassin introduced in 2023’s John Wick: Chapter 4. Taking place after the events in John Wick: Chapter 4, the upcoming film follows Caine (Yen), a blind assassin freed from his obligations to The … Continue reading →

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Imprint Asia announces Blu-ray collections for ‘The Erotic Films of Li Han-hsiang: Volume One’ and ‘Nikkatsu Erotica – Volume One: Wet Desire’

On September 9, 2026, Imprint Asia is releasing the Blu-ray collections for The Erotic Films of Li Han-hsiang: Volume One (1973 – 1976) and Nikkatsu Erotica – Volume One: Wet Desire / Lovers Are Wet (1972 – 1973). Read the full details below: The Erotic Films of Li Han-hsiang: Volume One (1973 – 1976) – Blu-ray Limited Edition Hardbox – Imprint Asia #90 – 92 Li Han-hsiang was among the … Continue reading →

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Deal on Fire! Red Cliff | Blu-ray | Only $12.65 – Expires soon!

"Red Cliff Part I & II" Blu-ray Cover

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for the International version of John Woo’s Red Cliff starring Tony Leung (Hard Boiled), Takeshi Kaneshiro (The Returner) and Fengyi Zhang (The Emperor and the Assassin). Red Cliff is the epic historical drama based on a legendary 208 A.D. battle that heralded the end of the Han Dynasty. A power-hungry Prime Minister-turned- General Cao Cao seeks permission from the Han Dynasty Emperor to organize … Continue reading →

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MAD MAX FURIOS-HUH? Watch the Trailer for the post apocalyptic thriller ‘Warriors of the Wasteland’

Debuting on Digital July 7 from Well Go USA is Warriors of the Wasteland, a post-apocalyptic Serbian film from Nemanja Ćeranić (Loan Shark). In a distant future following a nuclear catastrophe, the West Balkans have become a lawless wasteland where the most valuable currency is the bullet. A mysterious blind fiddler wanders the ruins, singing the legend of the “Grain People” — a peaceful community of wheat-growers who refuse to … Continue reading →

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Casinos on screen in Filipino action cinema

The casino floor has always been a character in Filipino action cinema There’s a moment early in Erik Matti’s On the Job where the violence arrives in the least cinematic place imaginable: a crowded street festival, kids soaked from the Basaan revelry, and two men, an aging killer and his apprentice, threading through the crowd toward someone who has no idea he’s about to die. It’s a hit ordered from … Continue reading →

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Nansun Shi, Hong Kong film producer of ‘A Better Tomorrow’ and ‘Once Upon a Time in China’, passes away at 75

Nansun Shi, one of the most respected figures in Hong Kong cinema, has passed away due to to health complications. A producer, executive, and longtime champion of filmmakers, Shi played a major role in shaping the golden era of Hong Kong film. Before co-founding Film Workshop with Tsui Hark, whom she was also married to for a time, Shi had already cemented her place in the industry as a major … Continue reading →

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