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JJ Bona on This you can trust: Cameras set to roll in 2027 for ‘King Conan’ starring Arnold SchwarzeneggerAgree. And use Basil Poledouris’ original score as well.
Bunta Sugawara on This you can trust: Cameras set to roll in 2027 for ‘King Conan’ starring Arnold Schwarzenegger“McQuarrie to write”. Please can I make this clear to y’all. JUST USE THE FRI…
Ska Martes on ‘Rush Hour 4’ is moving ahead as director Brett Ratner hitches a ride with President Trump to scout filming locations in Chinathis is just the first step. After Rush Hour 4, Ellison and Trump are going t…
Makaveli on ‘Rush Hour 4’ is moving ahead as director Brett Ratner hitches a ride with President Trump to scout filming locations in ChinaThat was then…this is now
Makaveli on ‘Rush Hour 4’ is moving ahead as director Brett Ratner hitches a ride with President Trump to scout filming locations in ChinaStraight trash. With trump and Ratner behind this I’m surprised they just did…
John on Tiger on the Beat 2 (1990) ReviewNot as good as the first film, but it's gained an unfairly bad rep for some r…
Andrew Hernandez on The Ip Man saga continues WITHOUT Donnie Yen? Dennis To in ‘Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend’ coming soon from Well Go USAI love The Legend is Born. I watch it just as much as the Donnie Yen films. I…
Callum on Tiger on the Beat 2 (1990) Reviewif ever I get my hands on either the Shout or eventual Arrow versions I need…
Ningen on Return to the living dead! New Poster for Well Go USA’s ‘Colony’ from ‘Train to Busan’ director Yeon Sang HoColony is making its debut in New York. https://deadline.com/2026/05/gianna-j…
Throwdown on The Ip Man saga continues WITHOUT Donnie Yen? Dennis To in ‘Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend’ coming soon from Well Go USADennis To is the epitome of wasted potential. I really enjoyed his outing in…
Johann Hollar on Donald Gibb, the larger than life actor known for ‘Revenge of the Nerds’ and ‘Bloodsport’, dies at 71Rest in peace Donald Gibb You were awesome as Jackson in Bloodsport
Catalina on Demon Dancer: Sua/Nara (2026) ReviewThank you! We are very excited to release the finished version!
Catalina on Demon Dancer: Sua/Nara (2026) ReviewHi Alex — September release in the US. Limited theatrical + VOD. Keep an eye…
Alex on Demon Dancer: Sua/Nara (2026) ReviewAny idea when/how this will be released in the US?
Andrew Hernandez on Demon Dancer: Sua/Nara (2026) ReviewCan’t wait to check this film out. I like the level of ambition and enthusias…
Attila Korosi on Demon Dancer: Sua/Nara (2026) ReviewGreat and detailed review! Just a single note — we developed the script for D…
Ningen on Jet Li goes MICRO! Here’s a look at the martial arts star’s upcoming action web series ‘Yan Yu Jiang Hu’Jet Li and Shang Chi. https://www.instagram.com/p/DYNBVKDD-gP/?utm_source=ig_…
R.J. Amado on Ready for ultimate kung fu bliss? George Lazenby and Angela Mao’s ‘Stoner’ arriving on Blu-ray from 88 FilmsI remember all these Mao Ying films only available on VCD, still have a bunch…
R.J. Amado on Wanna see heads roll? Visual Vengeance announces Blu-ray for ‘Fatal Flying Guillotine’ starring Carter Wong and Chen SingThat cover art is great! I have the german release, but I might have to doubl…
Ska Martes on Time for a break! Watch the Trailer Reel for Arrow’s 4K Ultra HD ‘Jackie Chan’s Breakout Hits!’ collection arriving in JuneI don't have this anymore but if I remember correctly theres 2 women on the c…
Ningen on Jet Li goes MICRO! Here’s a look at the martial arts star’s upcoming action web series ‘Yan Yu Jiang Hu’Until an official version is available, here's a clip of Jet at The Academy.…
Ska Martes on Time for a break! Watch the Trailer Reel for Arrow’s 4K Ultra HD ‘Jackie Chan’s Breakout Hits!’ collection arriving in JuneEspecially God of Cookery which doesn't even have a proper 1080p Bluray relea…
Ningen on Time for a break! Watch the Trailer Reel for Arrow’s 4K Ultra HD ‘Jackie Chan’s Breakout Hits!’ collection arriving in JuneOh, and I forgot Accidental Spy uncut. Be sure to include any I missed.
Ningen on Time for a break! Watch the Trailer Reel for Arrow’s 4K Ultra HD ‘Jackie Chan’s Breakout Hits!’ collection arriving in JuneAlso, it'd be nice if the Mark Crying Freeman finally got a home vid release…
Ningen on Time for a break! Watch the Trailer Reel for Arrow’s 4K Ultra HD ‘Jackie Chan’s Breakout Hits!’ collection arriving in JuneOh, and God of Cookery and Rob-B-Hood.
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Popcorn Scent Increases Cult Cinema Sales by 34% – But Only After 8 PM
Ever plop down on the sofa as dusk settles, microwave humming with that first batch of popcorn? Butter melts, kernels pop in erratic bursts, and suddenly you’re scrolling for a gritty old flick like Blade Runner or The Big Lebowski. Hits you right in the gut, doesn’t it? That warm, salty whiff pulls strings you didn’t know existed. I recall one Friday night, rain tapping the window like impatient fingers, … Continue reading
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I Know What You Did Last Summer-sploitation? Watch the Trailer for ‘Fire Raven’ arriving on Jan 16 from China Lion
From Sam Quah, the director of 2024’s A Place Called Silence and 2019’s Sheep Without a Shepherd, comes The Fire Raven, which opens on January 16th in the US and Canada! 15 years after a brutal murder is covered up by a group of the wealthy and powerful, a killer has decided to hunt down the architects of the incident. The only witness and his detective sister must confront the … Continue reading
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Why Retro Games Are Making a Comeback & Why It Matters
Retro video games were once seen as old toys left in attics, but today they are glowing on living-room screens again. From chunky arcade cabinets to pixel art on smartphones, classics are back in style. Players young and old want to press those simple two-button controls and hear 8-bit tunes one more time. Many collectors also hunt for limited cartridges, while streamers show speed-runs to millions of viewers. Players chasing … Continue reading
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Cruel Tale of Bushido | Blu-ray (Eureka)
On March 23, 2026, Eureka is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for Cruel Tale of Bushido, a 1963 action thriller from director Tadashi Imai (Till We Meet Again, Revenge). Best known for dramas such as Until We Meet Again and An Inlet of Muddy Water, the Japanese filmmaker Tadashi Imai was also the director of Revenge, a highly accomplished and brutal jidaigeki picture. These two sensibilities come
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Shadow Wars: The Elusive Kinji Fukasaku Collection | Blu-ray (Umbrella)
On April 18, 2026, Umbrella (AU) is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for the Shadow Wars: The Elusive Kinji Fukasaku Collection, which includes 1975’s Cops vs. Thugs, 1975’s Cross the Rubicon! and 1977’s Hokuriku Proxy War. Read the full details
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Invincible Eight | Blu-ray (Eureka)
On March 23, 2026, Eureka is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for The Invincible Eight, a 1971 Golden Harvest wuxia film from director Lo Wei (Tattooed Dragon, Seaman No. 7). Directed by Lo Wei shortly before he achieved global success with the Bruce Lee vehicles The Big Boss and Fist of Fury, The Invincible Eight was one of the first films produced by Golden Harvest following the company’s founding in 1970 – a wuxia tale
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Romancing in Thin Air | Blu-ray (Radiance)
On April 20, 2026, Radiance is releasing a Blu-ray (Region A/B) for Romancing in Thin Air, a 2012 film from acclaimed director Johnnie To (Three, A Hero Never Dies) Movie star icon Michael (Louis Koo, Death Notice) sinks into a depression after being publicly dumped at the altar by his former fiancée. After embarking on a drunken bender, he is found in a mountain forest, lost and barely responsive, by … Continue reading
Why Fast-Round Casino Play Is Booming
If you’ve ever found yourself with ten spare minutes and a phone in your hand, you already understand the appeal of fast entertainment. Convenience is a feature. That’s a big reason quick-round casino formats, including crash-style games like Aviator, feel so “right” in the U.S. right now. And the timing isn’t subtle: the American Gaming Association (AGA) reported iGaming revenue of $899.8 million in May 2025, up 33.0% year over … Continue reading
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Films and Series About AI (With Cast, Creators, and a Short Plot Snapshot)
AI stories work because they’re rarely “about computers.” They’re about loneliness, control, desire, fear, and that uncomfortable question humans keep circling back to: what exactly makes someone real? Below is a curated list of films and TV series where artificial intelligence isn’t just a prop—it’s the engine of the plot. Review prepared by joi.ai Note on ratings: to keep this guide consistent and readable, the scores below are joi.ai editorial … Continue reading
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Isaac Florentine raises HELL! Watch the Trailer for ‘Hellfire’ starring Stephen Lang, Harvey Keitel and Dolph Lundgren
Cult filmmaker Isaac Florentine (Seized, Acts of Vengeance) – known for consistently delivering the low budget thrillers such as U.S. Seals II, Ninja: Shadow of a Tear, Close Range and Undisputed 2 – is unleashing Hellfire, an upcoming actioner starring Stephen Lang (Avatar), Harvey Keitel (Reservoir Dogs) and Dolph Lundgren (Section 8). The film – written by Richard Lowry (who wrote Florentine’s Seized) – is about a drifter (Lang) with a mysterious past who arrives … Continue reading
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Naked Weapon | Blu-ray (Umbrella)
On April 18, 2026, Umbrella (AU) is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for Naked Weapon, a 2002 action film from acclaimed Hong Kong filmmmaker Tony Ching Siu-Tung (Duel to the Death). Read the official details
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District 13 Collection | Blu-ray (Umbrella)
On April 18, 2026, Umbrella (AU) is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for the District 13 Collection, which includes both 2004’s District 13 (aka Banlieue 13 or B13) and 2009’s District 13: Ultimatum. These two French actioners are directed by Pierre Morel (Taken, From Paris with Love) and Patrick Alessandrin (Surviving the Wild), respectively. Read the official details
The Swordsman Trilogy | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Shout)
On March 3, 2026, Shout is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for The Swordsman Trilogy, which will include 1990’s Swordsman, 1992’s Swordsman II and 1993’s Swordsman III: The East Is Red. Collectively, the films are directed by King Hu (Touch of Zen), Tony Ching Siu-Tung (The Raid), Tsui Hark (Double Team), Ann Hui On-Wah (Visible Secret), Andrew Kam Yeung-Wa (Asian Cop – High Voltage) and Raymond
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Deal on Fire! Vanguard | Blu-ray | Only $7.77 – Expires soon!
Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Vanguard (read our review) that re-teams Jackie Chan (The Foreigner) with noted Hong Kong director Stanley Tong (Rumble in the Bronx). Jackie Chan leaps into action as Tang, CEO of the covert security company Vanguard in this gripping action-thriller. After wealthy businessman Qin rats out his corrupt partner in an arms deal gone fatally wrong, he and his family become targets of the world’s … Continue reading
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What are the Benefits of Fast Cannabis Delivery?
You finish a Shaw Brothers classic after midnight, and the corner store lights are already off. Friends keep replaying the best kicks, and someone notices the snack bowls are empty again. Another person checks the time, and remembers an early shift starts in just a few hours. Some viewers also plan a small cannabis session that stays at home and stays low key. A service like Same Day Weed Delivery … Continue reading
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