Author Archives: JJ Bona

Donnie Yen in talks for his first Hollywood film ‘Priority Run’

Twitch reports that Troy Nixey, the director of 2010 horror flick Don’t Be Afraid Of The Dark, has started pre-production on what may become Donnie Yen’s (Flash Point) first starring role in an English-language film. The title of the film is called Priority Run and judging from the synopsis below, it has the potential to be one heck of an action flick. Official synopsis: Piority Run takes us on highway … Continue reading

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Japanese poster for the Statham vs. Franco flick ‘Homefront’

THE MOVIE: Directed by Gary Fleder (Kiss the Girls) and based on the novel of the same name by Chuck Logan, Homefront involves Phil Broker (Jason Statham), a former DEA agent who sees his quiet family life turned upside down when his path crosses with a band of drug traffickers, led by Gator (James Franco), a meth kingpin. Homefront also stars Winona Ryder (The Iceman), Kate Bosworth (Straw Dogs) and Vincent D’Onofrio (Full … Continue reading

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R.I.P. Hal Needham, director-stuntman

Director-stuntman Hal Needham, who was best known for the Smokey and the Bandit and Cannonball Run films, has died of cancer at the age of 82. The Tennessee native served the country as paratrooper during the Korean war. Shortly after, he landed a model gig for Viceroy Cigarettes. He later began a successful career as a Hollywood stuntman, where he formed a company called Stunts Unlimited. Needham often doubled for famous names, most … Continue reading

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Jean Reno wants revenge in the Luc Besson-produced ’22 Bullets’

From producers Luc Besson (The Fifth Element) and Robert Mark Kamen (Taken) comes a “new” French action film called 22 Bullets (aka L’immortel) starring Jean Reno and directed by Richard Berry (The Black Box). 22 Bullets isn’t technically a new film. It’s actually been floating around other parts of the world since 2010, but it’s only now that the film is getting a North American limited theatrical release on November 8, 2013. … Continue reading

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Death Wish: 40th Anniversary Edition | Blu-ray (Paramount)

RELEASE DATE: February 4, 2014 Paramount presents the Blu-ray for the Death Wish: 40th Anniversary Edition, directed by Michael Winner (Death Wish II). A New York City architect (Charles Bronson) becomes a one-man vigilante squad after his wife (Hope Lange) is murdered by street punks. Also features an early appearance by Jeff Goldblum as a thug. Watch the trailer. And don’t forget, Death Wish parts 1-4 are all currently available on Blu-ray.

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Deal on Fire! Ninja | Blu-ray | Only $7.10 – Expires soon!

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Ninja, directed by Isaac Florentine (Undisputed 3: Redemption) and starring Scott Adkins (Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning). How can you go wrong with a movie starring Adkins and simply called Ninja? Besides, it’s the perfect way to warm up for the upcoming Ninja II: Shadow of a Tear (now available for pre-order). Ninja also stars Tsuyoshi Ihara (13 Assassins), Mika Hijii (Alien vs. Ninja) … Continue reading

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The Berlin File | DVD (CJ Entertainment)

RELEASE DATE: December 24, 2013 CJ Entertainment presents the DVD for Ryoo Seung-wan’s The Berlin File. The plot involves a secret agent who is framed for a crime he did not commit, and who must also protect the lives of his wife and unborn child. Starring Ha Jung-woo (The Chaser), Han Suk-kyu (Shiri), Ryoo Seung-bum (Crying Fist) and Jeon Ji-hyun (My Sassy Girl). Watch the trailer.

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‘Bruce Lee’ arrives on high definition Blu-ray today!

After weeks of delays and “quality” concerns, we are happy to report that a 100% corrected version of Shout! Factory’s highly-anticipated Bruce Lee Legacy Collection is now available to purchase. In addition to the mislabeled discs being fixed, the set will contain what was promised from the beginning: True HD remasters of all the Bruce Lee movies. An email from Shout! Factory was sent to those who received early pressings … Continue reading

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Steven Seagal returns in the 2nd trailer for ‘Force of Execution’

Coming to a DVD clamshell near you is Steven Seagal’s latest movie, Force of Execution (watch the trailer). Seagal re-teams with A Dangerous Man and Maximum Conviction director Keoni Waxman. This time around, Pulp Fiction’s Ving Rhames and Machete’s Danny Trejo are along for the ride. Just don’t expect Seagal to be saving the world in this one, because he’s not exactly a good guy. Here’s the plot, according to Voltage Pictures: Alexander’s (Seagal) … Continue reading

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Jackie Chan teaming up with ‘Crouching Tiger’ director?

HKSAR reports that while Jackie Chan was promoting CZ12 (aka Chinese Zodiac, Armour of God 3) at the film’s Los Angeles premiere, he revealed that he and director Ang Lee (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) were discussing scripts. Before you get too excited, don’t assume that this project will be an action-martial arts movie like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Knowing Lee’s track record, there’s a good chance the two are discussing a … Continue reading

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Attila | Blu-ray & DVD (Asylum)

RELEASE DATE: December 31, 2013 Asylum Entertainment presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Emmanuel Itier’s Attila. When American soldiers inadvertently steal Attila the Hun’s (UFC’s Cheick Congo) secret riches, the wrath of the barbarian is awakened; the mummified warrior will stop at nothing to kill the intruders. Now it’s up to an elite squad to stop him! Starring Chris Conrad, Luke Barnett and Poncho Hodges. Watch the trailer.

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Deal on Fire! Shaolin | Blu-ray | Only $9.78 – Expires soon!

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Benny Chan’s Shaolin, starring Andy Lau. After unscrupulously killing a wounded enemy, Hou Jie (Lau) pays a terrible price for his actions and is forced to seek refuge in the same Shaolin Monastery he blatantly disrespected. Also stars Nicholas Tse and a special cameo by Jackie Chan. Some call Shaolin the best martial arts film sinces Ip Man. You be the judge!

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Tsui Hark returns to horror with ‘The Villa’

THR reports that Hong Kong director Tsui Hark (Dangerous Encounters of the First Kind) will be directing a 3D horror film called The Villa. Hark, who is currently riding off the success of Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon – which is currently the ninth highest grossing Chinese film of all time – will start filming the $3 million dollar horror film next summer in China. The Villa also … Continue reading

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Badges of Fury | Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

RELEASE DATE: January 7, 2014 Well Go USA presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Badges of Fury, starring Jet Li. When a spate of eerie murders erupts across Hong Kong, two troublemaking cops are assigned to the case. After discovering that all of the victims were former boyfriends of aspiring starlet, the detectives find themselves in a deadly situation. Also starring Wen Zhang, Michelle Chen, Collin Chou and Wu Jing. Watch the … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! War | Blu-ray | Only $8.60 – Expires soon!

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for War (aka Rogue), 2007 release about an FBI Agent (Jason Statham) who seeks vengeance on a mysterious assassin (Jet Li) known as “Rogue.” Also starring John Lone (Year of the Dragon), Devon Aoki (Sin City), Luis Guzmán (The Last Stand), Ryo Ishibashi (Audition), Sung Kang (Bullet to the Head) and Nadine Velazquez (Flight).

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