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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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Purity in Action: The Art of Essential Movement
In the golden era of Hong Kong action cinema, a specific aesthetic standard separated the masters from the amateurs. Directors and choreographers sought the “clean frame.” This meant that every punch, block, and reaction had to be clearly visible to the audience without the cheat of rapid editing or shaky camera work. A performer could not hide behind cinematic tricks. The movement had to be pure, efficient, and undeniable. This … Continue reading
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Real Kung Fu, Yuen Biao, dealers and more! Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH for the month of December
Hi-YAH!, Well Go USA’s very own Asian/martial arts streaming channel has just announced their New Releases for the month of December. If you want to give Hi-YAH! a go, visitors of this site can use the promo code “CITYONFIRE” for a FREE 30 Day trial! Read on for the full list of New and Exclusive
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Save the Green Planet | 4K Ultra HD (Arrow)
On February 16, 2026, Arrow is releasing the 4K Ultra HD for Save the Green Planet. In 2003, the same year as Oldboy and Memories of Murder, Korean cinema welcomed its most audacious debut: Jang Joon-hwan’s delirious Save the Green Planet!. Manic yet focused, outrageous yet grounded, this genre-defying smorgasbord was destined to become South Korea’s ultimate cult classic. The world is in grave danger but no one seems to … Continue reading
The Sana Collection | Blu-ray (Arrow)
On February 2, 2026, Arrow is releasing the Blu-ray (RegionB) for The Sana Collection, which includes 2023’s Sana and 2024’s Sana: Let Me Hear. Over two decades after terrifying the world with the ghosts of Toshio and Kayako with Ju-On: The Grudge, legendary filmmaker Takashi Shimizu returns
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“Looks great, but please remove the Shaw logo”… Vinegar Syndrome announces Blu-ray for ‘Descendant of the Sun’
Vinegar Syndrome just announced a Blu-ray (Region A) for Descendant of the Sun, a 1983 Shaw Brothers fantasy kung fu film from director Chor Yuen (The Magic Blade, The Magic Blade). Read the official details
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The Big Heat | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Shout)
In February 2026, Shout is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for The Big Heat, a 1988 Hong Kong action film from directors Andrew Kam (Fatal Termination), Johnnie To (A Hero Never Dies) and Tsui Hark (Double Team). The story follows an honored police inspector (played by Waise Lee) who is forced to resign after discovering he has nerve damage in his gun
Prison on Fire I-II | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Shout)
In February 2026, Shout is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for the Prison on Fire collection, which includes 1987’s Prison on Fire and 1991’s Prison on Fire II – a double feature of gritty prison dramas from noted Hong Kong director Ringo Lam (Sky on Fire). An explosive crime-drama that caused a sensation upon its release, Prison on Fire made audiences in Hong Kong both gasp for breath … Continue reading
Arrow Video brings one of Quentin Tarantino’s most-loved Hong Kong films to 4K Ultra HD
On December 1, 2025, Arrow (UK) is releasing the 4K Ultra HD for City on Fire, a 1987 Hong Kong classic from acclaimed director, Ringo Lam (Maximum Risk, Sky on Fire, Full Alert). After the success of John Woo’s A Better Tomorrow, lead actor Chow Yun Fat cemented his reputation as Hong Kong’s hottest new action film megastar with his electrifying performance in Ringo Lam’s City on Fire, one of … Continue reading
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Imprint Asia announces Blu-rays for ‘Shaw-Shock: Shaw Brothers Horror Collection – Vol 2’, ‘Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan and ‘Lust For Love of a Chinese Courtesan’
On November 26, 2025, Imprint Asia is releasing 1972’s Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan/1984’s Lust For Love of a Chinese Courtesan, and Shaw-Shock: Shaw Brothers Horror Collection – Volume Two. Read the full details below: Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan (1972) / Lust For Love of a Chinese Courtesan (1984) Murder, sex and mayhem fill 1972 Shaw Brothers classic Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan, and its 1984 … Continue reading
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Picture of a Nymph | Blu-ray (88 Films)
In February, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for Picture of a Nymph (aka Painting of a Nymph), a 1988 Hong Kong action-fantasy directed by Wu Ma (Showdown at the Cotton Mill). Starring Yuen Biao (Millennium Dragon) in one of his most tender roles, this visually rich masterpiece of Hong Kong cinema captures the eternal struggle
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What Turns a Script Idea into a Professional Screenplay?
How Screenplay Coverage Services Turn Your Idea into a Market-Ready Script You might be writing your first script and feeling lost. Or maybe you have written several drafts, but know something is still missing. The reason is simple: turning a raw concept into a polished script takes more than passion. It requires structure, craft, and an understanding of what the industry expects. This is where screenplay writing services help you … Continue reading
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Deal on Fire! Rush Hour Trilogy | Blu-ray | Only $13.86 – Expires soon!
Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray set for Warner Bros’ Rush Hour Trilogy. This set includes Rush Hour 1-3, plus a bonus disc with a brand new featurette documentary titled Brett & Jackie: A Look Back at Rush Hour. Additionally, this 4-disc collector’s set will feature custom illustrations by the stylish Mondo group. The Rush Hour Trilogy also stars Tom Wilkinson, Tzi Ma, Chris Penn, George Cheung, Roger Fan, John Lone, Ziyi Zhang, Roselyn Sanchez, Kenneth Tsang, Maggie Q, Max von Sydow, Hiroyuki Sanada, Yuki Kudo, Noémie Lenoir, Jingchu Zhang, … Continue reading
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How Martial Arts Movies Mirror the Casino Experience
Martial arts movies and casino experiences might sound like two completely different things, but they actually have a lot more in common than you’d expect. Both are full of suspense, bold moves, and moments where everything changes instantly. In martial arts films, you’re watching fighters make split-second choices that could go amazingly right or horribly wrong. Casinos create that same “what’s gonna happen next?” feeling with every spin or card … Continue reading
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Achieving Ecological Equilibrium: How Urban Greenspaces Restore Nature’s Balance
Rethinking Urban Footprints for Ecosystem Balance Cities keep swallowing land, choking habitats at a pace the soil and wildlife cannot match. Ecosystem balance, not maximum density, should be the emblem on every urban planner’s desk. Mixed-use parks stitch together recreation, habitat, and community vitality in compact form. Green corridors, threading through the concrete fabric, give wildlife movement routes and microclimates for plants. These designs don’t slow growth—they change its shape—so … Continue reading
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Looks like Bren Foster has some competition! Australian actioner ‘Unseen Enemy’ is now on Prime Video
Now on Prime Video and DVD from Vision Films is Unseen Enemy, an Australian martial arts actioner from Mathew John Pearson and Salvatore Samperi. Not only does Samperi co-direct, but he also stars, writes and handles the fight choreography, along with Michael Jupp (Life After Fighting) and co-star, Artom Simin. The action showcased in Unseen Enemy incorporates a mixture of Taekwondo, Silat, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo and cinematic combat, creating … Continue reading
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