Author Archives: JJ Bona

The Machine Girl Chronicles | Blu-ray (Media Blasters)

The Machine Girl: Jacked & Rise of the Machine Girls | Blu-ray (Media Blasters)

RELEASE DATE: June 25, 2029 On June 25, 2029, Media Blasters is releasing the Blu-ray for The Machine Girl: Chronicles, which includes 2008’s The Machine Girl: Jacked! and 2019’s Rise of the Machine Girls. In Noboru Iguchi’s The Machine Girl: Jacked!, a high school girl’s (Minase Yashiro) life is destroyed when her brother is killed. When her hand is cut off, she gets help from two mechanics, who fit her … Continue reading

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Wanna sea some action? South Korean historical thriller ‘Noryang: Deadly Sea’ hits Blu-ray in May from Well Go USA

On May 14, 2024, Well Go USA is releasing the Blu-ray for Noryang: Deadly Sea, a 2023 South Korean historical actioner from director Kim Han-Min (The Admiral: Roaring Currents). Filmmaker Kim Han-Min (War of the Arrows) is back at the wheel with Noryang: Deadly Sea, the third part of the saga that started with 2014’s The Admiral: Roaring Currents and 2022’s Hansan: Rising Dragon. The seven-year Imjin War nears an … Continue reading

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Understanding Machine Safeguarding: A Comprehensive Guide

Safeguarding machines is an indispensable aspect of industrial operations, ensuring the safety and security of multiple workers and the efficiency of production processes. This essential column delves into the intricacies of safeguarding, exploring its importance, principles, and implementation strategies. The Importance of Machine Safeguarding The machine safeguarding plays a pivotal role in preventing accidents and injuries in the workplace. Without adequate safeguards in place, workers are exposed to various hazards, … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Parasite | Blu-ray | Only $10.19 – Expires soon!

"Parasite" Theatrical Poster

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Parasite, the Winner of the prestigious Palme d’Or (more importantly, it has been stamped “Certified On Fire” by our vey own Paul Bramhall). Acclaimed South Korean director Bong Joon-ho (Okja) is back with Parasite (read our non-spoiler review), a black comedy/thriller starring the Bong’s frequent collaborator, Song Kang-ho (Memories of Murder). Brief, non-spoiler plot synopsis: All unemployed, Ki-taek’s family takes peculiar interest in the wealthy and glamorous … Continue reading

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‘John Wick 3’ martial arts star Mark Dacascos shoots ‘The Sheriff’ with ‘Sniper’ star Tom Berenger and Milo Gibson

"Ultimate Justice" Japanese DVD Cover

Martial arts star Mark Dacascos (John Wick 3, Showdown in Manila, Ultimate Justice) has joined forces with Tom Berenger (Sniper) and Milo Gibson (Hacksaw Ridge) in The Sheriff, an upcoming actioner from director Josh Tessier (Overrun). Written by Tessier and Michael Edwards (Naked Lies), the film is set in a rural town and follows a local sheriff, as he pursues a recent homicide case that is seemingly linked to the death of … Continue reading

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Chuck Norris IS BACK in the Trailer for ‘Agent Recon’ with Derek Ting and ‘Beastmaster’ star Marc Singer

Chuck Norris (Code of Silence, Slaughter in San Francisco) is Back! The martial arts legend is teaming up with Marc Singer (Beastmaster, V) and Derek Ting in Quiver Distribution’s Agent Recon, the follow up to 2021’s Agent Revelation and 2017’s Agent. In the film, a covert military task force tracks a mysterious energy disturbance at a secret base in New Mexico that is suspected of experimenting on alien technology. Once … Continue reading

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World Noir Vol 2 | Blu-ray (Radiance)

World Noir Vol 2 | Blu-ray (Radiance)

RELEASE DATE: August 26, 2024 On August 26, 2024, Radiance will be releasing the Blu-ray set (Region B) for World Noir Vol 2, which will include 1961’s Black Gravel, 1963’s Symphony for a Massacre, and 1964’s Cruel Gun Story. Official details: As the 1960s got underway, the golden age of film noir in Hollywood came to an end, with a new wave of filmmaking emerging that would define itself against … Continue reading

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Michelle Yeoh will attack with a different kind of blade for Amazon Prime’s sequel series ‘Blade Runner 2099’

Action legend Michelle Yeoh (Everything Everywhere All at Once, Royal Warriors) is set to star in Prime Video‘s limited series, Blade Runner 2099, which will take place after the 2017’s Blade Runner 2049. Showrunner of the project, Silka Luisa (Halo, Strange Angel) is producing, Jonathan van Tulleken (Shōgun, Top Boy, The Changeling) is directing the first two episodes (via Deadline). There are currently no other casting details and plotline is … Continue reading

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Immortal Story | Blu-ray (88 Films)

"Immortal Story" Theatrical Poster

RELEASE DATE: July 29, 2024 On July 29, 2024, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray for Immortal Story, a 1986 Hong Kong drama directed by Yonfan (Lost Romance) that stars Sylvia Chang (Slaughter in San Francisco), Yiu Wai (Naked Killer) and Tsurumi Shingo (Dead or Alive). Immortal Story’s plot centers around a chanteuse and her Japanese beau who met when they were young. Many years later, she became a fallen … Continue reading

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An Autumn’s Tale | Blu-ray (88 Films)

"An Autumn's Tale" Theatrical Poster

RELEASE DATE: July 29, 2024 On July 29, 2024, 88 Films is releasing a Blu-ray for An Autumn’s Tale, a 1987 Hong Kong classic from director Mabel Cheung Yuen-ting (City of Glass) starring Chow Yun-fat (The Head Hunter) and Cherie Chung (Walk on Fire). Mabel Cheung Yuen-ting directed this light hearted, simplistic love story filmed on location in New York City. For the film, Chow Yun-fat earned a best actor … Continue reading

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Cynthia Rothrock, Stephen Chow, Andy Lau and Simon Yam: Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH for the month of May!

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 May, which includes a New title added to Hi-YAH! every Friday. 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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A Thrilling New Approach to Online Gambling: The Aviator Game

Picture yourself gliding through the air, the excitement of speed and freedom coursing through you. This is the essence of Aviator, a revolutionary casino game that offers players an adventure unlike anything else in online gambling. Aviator isn’t just a new game—it’s a completely new way to experience the thrill of betting, combining straightforward gameplay with the adrenaline of risk-taking to keep players engaged and coming back for more. How … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! The Corrupter | Blu-ray | Only $12.18 – Expires soon!

"The Corruptor" US Theatrical Poster

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for The Corrupter, a 1999 action/thriller directed by James Foley (Glengarry Glen Ross, At Close Range). The Corrupter stars Hong Kong screen legend Chow Yun-fat (Project Gutenberg, The Killer), Mark Wahlberg (The Departed, Mile 22, The Big Hit), Ric Young (Kiss of the Dragon), Jon Kit Lee (Romeo Must Die), Brian Cox (Braveheart) and Byron Mann (Double Edge, The Man with the Iron Fists). Nick Chen … Continue reading

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Superhero flick the Takashi Miike way! Media Blasters Blu-ray for ‘Zebraman: Ultimate Z-Pack’ arriving in June 🦓

Zebraman: Ultimate Z-Pack | Blu-ray (Media Blasters)

On June 11, 2024, Media Blasters is releasing the Blu-ray set for Zebraman: Ultimate Z-Pack, from cult director Takashi Miike (First Love, Blade of the Immortal). The set contains 2004’s Zebraman and 2010’s Zebraman 2: Attack on Zebra City. Zebraman – It’s 2010 and Shinichi (Sho Aikawa, Rainy Dog) is a down-trodden third-grade teacher who gets little respect from his own family let alone from his wise-ass students. Back in 1978 he … Continue reading

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Kato who? Eureka’s Blu-ray for Jet Li’s sci-fi actioner ‘Black Mask’ now available from Eureka Entertainment

On April 22, 2024, Eureka will be releasing a Blu-ray (Region A/B) for Black Mask, 1996 sci fi actioner directed by Daniel Lee (Code of the Assassins, Dragon Blade) that stars Jet Li (League of Gods, Last Hero in China). Jet Li stars in an action-packed superhero spectacle produced by the legendary Tsui Hark! Tsui Chik (Li) is a librarian who leads a quiet, unassuming life – or, at least, … Continue reading

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