Author Archives: JJ Bona

‘SPL II’ helmer delivers unrelenting creepiness in ‘Limbo’

"Limbo" Chinese Teaser Poster

Master filmmaker Soi Cheang Pou Soi (SPL II, Accident, The Monkey King) proves his diversity with Limbo, an upcoming horror film that’s currently making its rounds at the first online edition of Hong Kong FilMart (Hong Kong International Film & TV Market). Limbo stars Gordon Lam (Trivisa, Z Storm), Mason Lee (The Legend of the Cat Demon), Cya Liu (Foolish Plans), and is produced by Soi Cheang affiliates Wilson Yip (Ip … Continue reading

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Danny Chan returns as ‘Bruce’ for ‘The Winds of Jingwu’

The fictional character of Chen Zhen – previously made famous by Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury (1972), Jet Li in Fist of Legend (1994) and Donnie Yen in both a 90’s Hong Kong TV show and in Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen (2010), and recently by Li Hao in Chen Zhen Legend (2020) – is once again proving that Chinese are not “the sick men of Asia” … Continue reading

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What’s CBG and How Does it Differ from Other Cannabis Products?

The global cannabis industry is worth $340 billion. The cannabis plant is believed to have more than 100+ cannabinoids. These cannabinoids include CBD and THC which are the most popular. Cannabigerol (CBG) is an unpopular, yet important component of the cannabis plant. Researchers often refer to it as the stem cell or the mother of the cannabinoids. This is because it breaks down to form CBD, THC, CBC, and other … Continue reading

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Bullied Asian Americans band together in the racially-charged Trailer for ‘Dynasty Boys’

"Dynasty Boys" Promotional Poster

Never discuss race, religion or politics… unless you’re Chris Soriano, indie filmmaker behind Dynasty Boys. At first glance, the promotional poster for the film looks like a Fast and Furious knock off, but its Teaser Trailer shows otherwise. It’s almost as if Soriano took a page out of Leroy Nguyen’s Black Scar Blues – a movie that showcased grittier, uglier side of Asian Americans – and added the elements of COVID-19 and racism. Soriano … Continue reading

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How to Choose a Life Insurance Company

When it comes to life insurance, the older you get, the more expensive a policy becomes. That is why experts recommend finding a life insurance company while you’re still young. There are a few things to consider before deciding on a life insurance policy. The options can seem overwhelming because there are so many companies to choose from. But fear not; we’ve got you covered. We are going to help you narrow down … Continue reading

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Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai | Blu-ray (Criterion)

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai | Blu-ray (Criterion)

RELEASE DATE: November 17, 2020 On November 17, 2020, Criterion is releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Jim Jarmusch’s 1999 cult actioner, Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai, starring Forest Whitaker (Bloodsport). Read the official details below: Jim Jarmusch combines his love for the ice-cool crime dramas of Jean-Pierre Melville and Seijun Suzuki with the philosophical dimensions of samurai mythology for an eccentrically postmodern take on the hit-man thriller. … Continue reading

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5 of the Best Mortgage Software Programs Your Brokerage Should Be Using

Mortgage software doesn’t have to be boring. Mortgage brokerage firms may think that mortgage CRM software has to be clumsy and boring, but they’d be mistaken. The right mortgage software can help you easily manage your customers’ information. Keep reading to see the top five mortgage software programs your brokerage should use now or in the future. 1. Unify CRM Unify CRM has a marketing library offering various marketing materials. … Continue reading

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The Irishman | Blu-ray (Criterion)

The Irishman | Blu-ray (Criterion)

RELEASE DATE: November 24, 2020 On November 24, 2020, Criterion is releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Martin Scorsese’s 2019 crime-thriller The Irishman, starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci. Read the official details below: Martin Scorsese’s cinematic mastery is on full display in this sweeping crime saga, which serves as an elegiac summation of his six-decade career. Left behind by the world, former hit man and union … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! 13 Assassins | Blu-ray | Only $7.99 – Expires soon!

"13 Assassins" Blu-ray Cover

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for 13 Assassins, a film by cult director Takashi Miike (Terra Formars). Miike delivers a bravado period action film set at the end of Japan’s feudal era. 13 Assassins (read our review) – a masterful exercise in cinematic butchery (New York Post) is centered around a group of elite samurai who are secretly enlisted to bring down a sadistic lord in order to prevent … Continue reading

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Documentary ‘The Hanged Man: The Story of Ron Van Clief’ to make its premier online on August 30

On August 30, Van Clief Productions’ autobiographical documentary The Hanged Man: The Story of Ron Van Clief will premier online. Based on the 2012 book of the same name, the film centers on cult martial artist/actor, Ron Van Clief, who is perhaps best known for 1975’s The Black Dragon Revenges the Death of Bruce Lee and 1979’s Way of the Black Dragon and 1980’s Fist of Fear, Touch of Death. Throughout the 1970’s, Van Clief competed … Continue reading

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Here’s what’s on Well Go USA’s Hi-YAH! for August

Hi-YAH!, Well Go USA’s very own Asian/martial arts streaming channel has just announced their New Release line up for the month of August, which includes a new film added to Hi-YAH! every Friday – plus an additional exclusive title that you won’t see on any other streaming channel. But before scrolling down to see the film list, you’ll want to see the some of the NEW FEATURES that are new to … Continue reading

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A Beginner’s Guide to Cannabis in Sports: Everything to Know

Remember Lauren Goss? In 2019, 11-time Ironman champion Lauren Goss was banned from competing for 6 months because the cream she was using for treating an ankle injury contained THC. Now, if you know a bit about the compounds in marijuana, then you know that THC or tetrahydrocannabinol causes euphoric effects. Meanwhile, CBD or cannabidiol, another chemical found in cannabis, doesn’t cause a “high.” As an athlete or a fitness … Continue reading

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New Trailer for Karate actioner ‘Traverse’ has Grandmaster Jun Tamegai doing the ‘Taken’ thing

"Traverse" Theatrical Poster

Filmmaker Yuki Okada teams up with real life Karate Grandmaster Jun Tamegai in Traverse, a Taken-style revenge thriller that promises “real” martial arts (and none of that special effects stuff). Read the official plot details below: Karate master Jun and his wife Aki live in Toyohashi City with their adopted daughter Rin. The family happiness seems perfect until Aki disappears while visiting a fireworks display together. After the police discover … Continue reading

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6 Critical Signs It’s Time to Deep Clean Your House

Spring Cleaning isn’t the only time your home needs a good deep cleaning. You should deep clean your house periodically throughout the year. Although you dust and wipe the counters down each weekend and fold the laundry, all those cracks and hard-to-reach places need cleaning every so often as well. Have you been looking at your home lately, wondering if it’s time for a deep cleaning? Are you not sure … Continue reading

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Disney’s ‘Mulan’ gets an action-packed Final Trailer

"Mulan" Korean Theatrical Poster

On September 4, Disney’s live-action Mulan will bypass American theaters and go straight to Disney Plus’s “premiere access” section for the price of $29.99. Liu Yifei, aka Crystal Liu (Outcast, White Vengeance), headlines Mulan, which follows a young Chinese maiden who disguises herself as a male warrior in order to save her father. Directed by Niki Caro (The Zookeeper’s Wife), Mulan also stars Gong Li (The Dragon Chronicles), Jet Li (League of Gods), Cheng Pei … Continue reading

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