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Andrew Hernandez on A.Y.C.E. John Wick spin-offs! Watch the Final Trailer for Len Wiseman’s ‘Ballerina’ starring Ana de ArmasHe’s only overrated in your head, friendo. The only thing that I don’t like a…
Ska Martes on It’s time to add some Fat to your collection! Eurek’s Blu-ray for Po-Chih Leong’s 1984 classic ‘Hong Kong 1941’ now shippingObviously love his work with John Woo and Ring Lam, but i'm really looking fo…
Ska Martes on A.Y.C.E. John Wick spin-offs! Watch the Final Trailer for Len Wiseman’s ‘Ballerina’ starring Ana de ArmasMaybe an unpopular opinion but chad stahelski is an overrated filmmaker. The…
Ska Martes on Feeling blue? Tsui Hark’s ‘Shanghai Blues’ getting a Limited Theatrical release from Film MovementNo one is dismissing anything about Peking Opera Blues - calling it a screwba…
Asmo on Do we have our M. Bison? Walton Goggins in-talks to join Andrew Koji and Jason Momoa in ‘Street Fighter’In series lore he's got links to Thailand but his nationality still remains u…
Andrew Hernandez on Will Scott 86 the devil? Another Poster for Ernesto Díaz Espinoza’s ‘Diablo’ starring Scott Adkins and Marko ZarorI rented Diablo and enjoyed it. There have been a lot of movies about long lo…
Andrew Hernandez on ‘The Raid’ and ‘Havoc’ director Gareth Evans to helm a remake of the 1967 Yakuza thriller ‘A Colt Is My Passport’I figured as much. Colt, like most Japanese films is slow moving. I’m sure Ev…
Ningen on It’s time to add some Fat to your collection! Eurek’s Blu-ray for Po-Chih Leong’s 1984 classic ‘Hong Kong 1941’ now shippingL.A. screening of Tiger on Beat. https://bsky.app/profile/newbeverly.bsky.soc…
Tory on ‘The Raid’ and ‘Havoc’ director Gareth Evans to helm a remake of the 1967 Yakuza thriller ‘A Colt Is My Passport’That’s a an odd choice. The movie’s already pretty cool, so there’s not much…
Andrew Hernandez on I still refuse to say that Karate came from Kung Fu! Watch the New Japanese Trailer for ‘Karate Kid: Legends’It’s bothersome that in multiple interviews, Jackie Chan is claiming that in…
dakuan on Will Scott 86 the devil? Another Poster for Ernesto Díaz Espinoza’s ‘Diablo’ starring Scott Adkins and Marko Zarorjust watched it, and actually liked it way more than Ballerina.
Cuttermaran on Rebels without a pause! Kazuya Shiraishi’s ’11 Rebels’ on 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray on June 10th from Well Go USAIt's really good 👍
Mikeg on Betrayal is the only truth that sticks! ‘The Betrayal’ starring Raizo Ichikawa of ‘Shinobi’ hits Blu-ray in SeptemberNice! This sounds like the plot to "Flags of Iron". I'll check this out.
Opiumkungfusandals on ‘The Raid’ and ‘Havoc’ director Gareth Evans to helm a remake of the 1967 Yakuza thriller ‘A Colt Is My Passport’I know the action will come through as always. Let’s see how this script goes…
Typo on Give me the F**KING keys! Jackie Chan and Tony Leung go ULTRA VIOLENT in the New Trailer for ‘The Shadow’s Edge’"akin to Raging Fire and The Prosecutor" I like those two movies, but this tr…
AW on Give me the F**KING keys! Jackie Chan and Tony Leung go ULTRA VIOLENT in the New Trailer for ‘The Shadow’s Edge’You mean Jackie won't have a surprise cameo from a Panda who's Jackie's new p…
Vikhalla on Escape from the 21st Century (2024) ReviewGood review! It got me to go out last night and see it. I enjoyed the hell ou…
Andrew Hernandez on Give me the F**KING keys! Jackie Chan and Tony Leung go ULTRA VIOLENT in the New Trailer for ‘The Shadow’s Edge’Quite a trailer. It finally occurred to Jackie to do something akin to Raging…
Ningen on Shout Studios announces New label spotlighting a treasure trove of Hong Kong’s most captivating masterpiecesPre-order The Killer from Apple. https://www.instagram.com/p/DKr2uWIMdmU/?utm…
Typo on Feeling blue? Tsui Hark’s ‘Shanghai Blues’ getting a Limited Theatrical release from Film MovementHe hasn’t made a half decent movie "since Seven Swords" I really like his Det…
Andrew Hernandez on A.Y.C.E. John Wick spin-offs! Watch the Final Trailer for Len Wiseman’s ‘Ballerina’ starring Ana de ArmasSPOILERS Norman Reedus probably had a bigger role originally before Chad Stah…
Andrew Hernandez on Feeling blue? Tsui Hark’s ‘Shanghai Blues’ getting a Limited Theatrical release from Film MovementI have to watch Shanghai Blues, but calling Peking Opera Blues a screwball co…
Andrew Hernandez on Exit the Dragon, Enter the Gold Rush! Ang Lee’s ‘Bruce Lee’ biopic put on hold due to budget disputesThat’s what I insinuated earlier. From the earlier reports, it seems like the…
Andrew Hernandez on Do we have our M. Bison? Walton Goggins in-talks to join Andrew Koji and Jason Momoa in ‘Street Fighter’It was a fun solid 7 out of 10. The only reason it doesn’t rate higher is bec…
Andrew Hernandez on Do we have our M. Bison? Walton Goggins in-talks to join Andrew Koji and Jason Momoa in ‘Street Fighter’Daniel Bernhardt would be great since he has a similar look and had Bison-lik…
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How Casino Entertainment Complements Martial Arts Films
Casino entertainment and martial arts films may seem worlds apart but they share more similarities than you might think. Both offer thrilling experiences that keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Exploring how these two forms of entertainment complement each other can provide a deeper appreciation for both genres. In recent years, the intersection of casino entertainment and martial arts films has become increasingly apparent. These two distinct worlds … Continue reading
The force awakens! Watch the sexy Trailer for the remake of ‘Emmanuelle’ featuring Hong Kong star Anthony Wong
We’ll soon be seeing Hong Kong star Anthony Wong (Untold Story, Untold Story 2, Visible Secret) appear in Emmanuelle, an erotic thriller from director Audrey Diwan (Happening). Emmanuelle follows a woman and the series of erotic fantasies that she entertains. Wong appears alongside an all-star cast that’s headlined by Noémie Merlant (Portrait of a Lady on Fire) and Naomi Watts (Boss Level, The Ring), with co-stars Will Sharpe (The White Lotus), Jamie … Continue reading
A licky boom boom down! Huang Xuan turns informer in the Trailer for ‘Life Hotel’ hitting U.S. theaters on July 12th
On July 12, 2024, China Lion is releasing Life Hotel to Canadian and U.S. theaters. This action-comedy is directed by Liu Bo Wen (The Fraud Love Group) and stars Huang Xuan (Extraordinary Mission). Newly released from prison, an ex-con (Huang Xuan) is provided with an opportunity by his past underworld colleagues: take a position at a “Life Hotel” and inform on the owner. With pressing family obligations, he takes the … Continue reading
88 Films to finally deliver Jackie Chan’s all-star actioners ‘Project A’ and ‘Project A 2’ in 4K Ultra HD in October
On October 15, 2024, 88 Films (U.S.) will be releasing The Project A Collection on 4K Ultra HD. The set will include both 1983’s Project A and 1987’s Project A Part II. In Project A, fighting against pirates at the turn of the 20th century, the Hong Kong navy are failing miserably. It’s up to Sergeant Lung (Jackie Chan) and his buddies (Sammo Hung, Yuen Biao) to take matters into his … Continue reading
Deal on Fire! The Heroic Trio & Executioners | 4K UHD | Only $24.99 – Expires soon!
Today’s Deal on Fire is for Criterion Collection’s 4K UHD + Blu-ray for both Johnnie To’s 1993 female-centric Hong Kong actioner, The Heroic Trio, as well as its sequel, Heroic Trio 2: Executioners. Collectively, the films star Michelle Yeoh (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy), Anita Mui (My Father is a Hero, Miracles) and Maggie Cheung (Hero, In the Mood for Love). Co-stars include Yen Shi Kwan … Continue reading
What’s streaming on Hi-YAH for the month of July?
Hi-YAH!, Well Go USA’s very own Asian/martial arts streaming channel has just announced their New Releases for the month of July. 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
From Bruce Lee to Donnie Yen: Exploring the Evolution of Martial Arts Cinema
Martial arts cinema has always been an exciting genre that inspires viewers and offers them to watch films full of action, philosophy, and impressive stunts. Finally, it is imperative to notice that the concepts of martial arts films have significantly transformed from the first Bruce Lee pictures to the contemporary Donnie Yen movies due to the changes in society, technology, and approaches to film production. Indeed, this evolution proves that … Continue reading
Expert AC Repair Services: Solving Your Air Conditioner’s Constant Short Cycling Problems
Air conditioners are essential in maintaining comfort during the sweltering summer months. However, when they start exhibiting issues such as constant short cycling, it not only disrupts their efficiency but also leads to potential long-term damage. Short cycling refers to the frequent turning on and off of the AC unit before it completes a full cooling cycle. This issue can arise from various causes, and addressing it requires a thorough … Continue reading
The Threat | Blu-ray (Arrow)
RELEASE DATE: September 23, 2024 On September 23, 2024, Arrow Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for Kinji Fukasaku’s The Threat, a gritty crime drama in the vein of Kurosawa’s High and Low, set against the backdrop of a rapidly modernising Japan that has left many of its citizens behind. Misawa (Rentarō Mikuni, Kwaidan, Fugitive from the Past, Vengeance is Mine) appears to lead a charmed life, the very … Continue reading
4K Ultra HD for Bong Joon-Ho’s 2003 masterpiece ‘Memories of Murder’ is now available… looking deadlier than ever!
Now shipping from Goodie Emporium is Curzon Films’ 4K Ultra HD for Memories of Murder, a 2003 thriller from acclaimed filmmaker Bong Joon-Ho (Parasite, Snowpiercer) that stars Song Kang Ho (The Drug King) and Kim Sang Kyung (Tale of Cinema). Official details: Curzon Film is proud to present this new 4K Ultra-HD of Memories of Murder, from triple Academy Award-winning director, Bong Joon ho. Inspired by true events. In 1986 Gyeonggi … Continue reading
Why Should You Get An Animated Plushie?
Animated plushies are a great blend of traditional stuffed animals and modern technology, giving an extraordinary and engaging experience for the two children and grown-ups. These interactive toys offer something other than cuddly companionship; they bring a scope of benefits that improve playtime, learning, and emotional prosperity. The following are five convincing motivations behind why you ought to consider getting an animated plush. Enhanced entertainment and engagement Animated plushies offer … Continue reading
Factors To Consider When Purchasing Predator Merchandise
Purchasing Predator merchandise can be an exhilarating endeavor for fans and collectors. Whether it’s clothing, accessories, or collectibles, predator-themed items habitually go with a sensation of character and energy. Regardless, before making a purchase, there are a couple of factors to consider to promise you are getting value for your money and getting quality products that satisfy your expectations. The following are five primary factors to remember; Authenticity and licensing … Continue reading
Unearthed Films’ Limited Edition for 1991’s ‘The Guyver’ featuring 4K UHD + Blu-ray + CD soundtrack now shipping!
Now shipping from Goodie Emporium is Unearthed Films is releasing the 4K UHD + Blu-ray + CD Soundtrack for The Guyver, a 1991 sci-fi actioner from directors Steve Wang (Drive) and special effects artist, Screaming Mad George. The film is based on the Japanese manga series of the same name by Yoshiki Takaya. Official details: In this thrill-a-minute action adventure, Sean Barker (Jack Armstrong) is a college student who discovers … Continue reading
Intrigued this film is on 4K Ultra HD? Jackie Chan and Lo Wei’s 1977 kung fu classic ‘To Kill with Intrigue’ is now available
Now shipping from Goodie Emporium is 88 Films 4K Ultra HD for To Kill with Intrigue, a 1977 kung fu film directed by Lo Wei (Fist of Fury) that stars Jackie Chan (Ride On). The year was 1977 and kung-fu fighting was still blasting out of discotheques, the spectre of Bruce Lee continued to haunt Hong Kong cinema and a young Jackie Chan was fast on his way to superstardom. … Continue reading
Everybody be cool this is a hijack!!! Sony Pictures International is releasing Ha Jung-Woo thriller ‘Hijack 1971’ to U.S. theaters
On July 5, 2024, Sony Pictures International Productions’ will release Kim Sung-Han’s Hijack 1971, a film that depicts the extreme situation unfolding when a passenger plane is hijacked in the skies of South Korea in 1971. The film stars Ha Jung-Woo (The Closet), Yeo Jin-Goo (Sad Movie), Sung Dong-Il (Project Wolf Hunting) and Chae Soo-Bin (The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure) Winter of 1971, Sokcho Airport Pilots Tae-in (Ha Jung-woo) … Continue reading
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