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The Surprising Link Between Filipino Movies and Online Casinos

Filipino cinema has a long history of depicting gambling — not as a peripheral vice subplot, but as a central dramatic device. From the tense mahjong parlors in classic Nora Aunor films to the cockfighting arena sequences that punctuate rural dramas, to the sleek baccarat tables in contemporary action thrillers, gambling in Filipino movies serves as shorthand for character, fate, and stakes. The house always has a meaning beyond money. … Continue reading →

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FIGHTING BLACK KINGS! Watch the Trailer for ‘Paper Made’ featuring Michael Jai White, Taimak and Walter E. Jones

Martial arts star Michael Jai White (Triple Threat, Accident Man) is part of the ensemble cast for Paper Made, an upcoming martial arts thriller from writer/director Ryan Watson (Paper Line). The story centers on Tavon Watkins (Myles Truitt, Dragged Across Concrete), whose life takes a turn after a brutal hazing lands him inside an underground

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Deal on Fire! Prisoner of War | Blu-ray | Only $14.85 – Expires soon!

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Prisoner of War, the latest actioner from martial arts sensation Scott Adkins (John Wick 4, Ip Man 4, Triple Threat). Directed by and co-starring Louis Mandylor (The Debt Collector, The Doorman), Prisoner of War takes place during WWII and centers on a British officer (Adkins) who is captured and forced to fight in a Japanese internment camp. Inspired by real World War II events, … Continue reading →

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The 4 Best Online Casinos for Original Games

When you search for a new online casino, is originality something you look for? If you simply want a classic casino experience with the usual games like poker and baccarat, then you might as well stick with the casino you know. However, if you want original casino games, the search becomes a little more complicated. Don’t worry – you don’t need to spend ages searching for unique casinos with original … Continue reading →

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10 Best Gambling Movies Every Casino and Poker Fan Should Watch

Few settings create cinematic tension quite like a casino floor. The flashing lights, the pressure of a final hand, the risk of losing everything in a single moment. Gambling films have captivated audiences for decades by combining suspense, strategy, crime, and human drama in ways few other genres can match. Whether you’re a poker enthusiast, a casino regular, or someone exploring the best alternatives for Stake Casino, the right gambling … Continue reading →

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Ninja Wars | Blu-ray (Toy Robot)

"NInja Wars" Poster

On September 29, 2026, Toy Robot Video (a new sub-label of Arrow Video) will be releasing a Blu-ray for Ninja Wars. Directed by Kosei Saito (G.I. Samurai), this 1982 fantasy martial arts film stars Hiroyuki Sanada (Ninja in the Dragon’s Den) and Sonny Chiba (Soul of Chiba). Ninja Wars (original title: Iga Ninpōchō) is a dark, supernatural action film set in feudal Japan, blending ninja lore with horror and fantasy

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Masters of the Universe | 4K Ultra HD (Toy Robot)

"Masters of the Universe" Poster

On September 15, 2026, Toy Robot Video (a new sub-label of Arrow Video) will be releasing a 4K Ultra HD for Masters of the Universe. Directed by Gary Goddard (Poseidon’s Fury: Escape from the Lost City), this 1987 adaptation of the He-Man and the Masters of the Universe animated series stars Dolph Lundgren (Skin Trade) and Frank Langella (Dracula). Planet Eternia and the castle of Grayskull are under threat from … Continue reading →

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For your Kollection? Watch Arrow’s New Trailer for the ‘Mortal Kombat Kollection’ arriving on 4K Ultra HD in June

On June 28, 2026, Arrow Video is releasing the Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD set for the Mortal Kombat Kollection, which includes 1995’s Mortal Kombat and 1997’s Mortal Kombat: Annihilation. A high-impact fusion of martial arts mayhem, fantasy spectacle and video game mythology, the Mortal Kombat films brought arcade combat to the big screen

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Let me see that tong…that tong ta tong tong tong! Wang Baoqiang returns in ‘Mad King’ (Tong War Chinatown)

"Mad King" Poster

Martial arts star turned director Wang Baoqiang (Lost in Thailand), who is predominately known for co-starring alongside Donnie Yen in 2014’s Kung Fu Jungle, 2014’s Iceman and 2018’s Iceman: Time Traveller, is back in the director’s chair for Mad King (aka Tong War Chinatown). Mad King follows Madd (Wang), a Chinese immigrant who arrives at New York’s Chinatown seeking survival, only to face discrimination and oppression under the Chinese Exclusion … Continue reading →

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Bai Ying, actor known for ‘Dragon Inn’, ‘Lady Whirlwind’ and ‘Royal Warriors’, passes away at 84

Bai Ying, a veteran Hong Kong and Taiwanese actor known for his unforgettable roles in wuxia films, has passed away at the age of 84. Born in Beijing and raised in Taiwan, Bai began his acting career in the 1960s with Union Film Company, breaking out with his role

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The origins of Sammo Hung, Jackie Chan and Yuen Biao revealed? 88 Films’ Blu-ray for ‘Painted Faces’ is now available

Now shipping from Goodie Emporium is 88 Films’ Blu-ray (Region B) for Painted Faces, a 1988 Hong Kong Golden Harvest/Shaw Brothers co-production from director Alex Law Kai-Yui (Now You See Love… Now You Don’t). Painted Faces tells the story about the Peking Opera School that Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung and Yuen Biao attended as young men. Specifically, their relationship

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Wanna party like it’s 1995? The first Poster for ‘Cold War 1995’ teases a four way showdown with MI6 in the mix!

Cold War 1994 turned out to be a solid hit, pulling in around $46 million worldwide and drawing strong crowds in both Hong Kong and China. Critics responded well, with many calling it one of the best Hong Kong crime thrillers in years and a strong addition to the Cold War series. Now, with Cold War 1994 finally here, fans are already looking ahead to Cold War 1995. Longman Leung … Continue reading →

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Remember kids… Don’t Play with Fire! 🔥 Blu-ray for Tsui Hark’s cult Hong Kong classic is NOW SHIPPING!

Goodie Emporium is now shipping Cult Epics’ Blu-ray for Don’t Play with Fire (aka Dangerous Encounters of the First Kind), a 1980 Hong Kong thriller from visionary director Tsui Hark (Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants, Once Upon A Time in China III). If you still question Tsui Hark as a storyteller or filmmaker, you need to see this. It’s a dark and disturbing film. The opening alone, which … Continue reading →

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THIS IS WAR! Watch Well Go USA’s New Trailer for Xu Zhanxiong’s period actioner ‘Crossing’

"Crossing" Poster

Arriving to theaters on July 10, 2026 from Well Go USA is Crossing, a period war actioner from director Xu Zhanxiong, who is perhaps best known for 2020’s Pioneer and 2024’s Burning Stars. Caught in a 400,000-troop encirclement, the Red Army relies on a strategic river crossing to survive. Amidst the chaos, an old soldier with a sacred vow and a homeless orphan discover the true meaning of devotion and … Continue reading →

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THE FURIOUS PART II? A sequel to ‘The Furious’ already in the works as producer promises a bigger follow up

Considering The Furious debuted to a strong $19.6 million globally during its worldwide opening weekend, it comes as little surprise that a sequel is already in the works. Producer Bill Kong of Hong Kong’s Edko Films has revealed that a sequel to The Furious may already be in development. “I can promise you one thing, that if

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