Author Archives: JJ Bona

Aftershock DVD (New Video Group)

July 15, 2011 JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: October 18, 2011 Also known as “Tangshan Great Earthquake” is a 2010 Chinese drama film depicting the aftermath of the 1976 Tangshan earthquake directed by Feng Xiaogang. The film stars Xu Fan and Zhang Jingchu, with a supporting cast including Li Chen. It was released in China on July 22, 2010, and is the first “big commercial film” IMAX film created outside the US. Check out the trailer … Continue reading →

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Netflix does an asshole move: 60% price increase

July 14, 2011 JJ Bona

Netflix was awesome 24 hours ago. I was currently paying $9.99 a month for a plan that included Unlimited Streaming and Unlimited DVDs (1 out at-a-time). Now, starting September 1st, if I want to continue, it’ll be $15.98 instead of $9.99. They call this inscrease a “split into 2 distinct plans,” I call it an asshole move. Check out the email they’ve been sending to all their members: Dear Mighty … Continue reading →

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Scorsese’s George Harrison documentary on HBO

July 14, 2011 JJ Bona

Paste Magazine reports: After acquiring the North American television rights to Martin Scorsese’s George Harrison: Living in the Material World, HBO will air the documentary in October. The film will give viewers a rare glimpse to the world of this much-beloved musician. The Oscar-winning director traces Harrison’s life from his Liverpool origins and through his journey as one of the world’s most influential musicians. The documentary combines never-before-seen footage with … Continue reading →

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Confessions of a Dangerous Mind Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

July 13, 2011 JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: November 1, 2011 Another underrated gem! George Clooney (Ocean’s Eleven), Drew Barrymore (Charlie’s Angels:Full Throttle) and Sam Rockwell (The Green Mile) star in the comedy thriller that poses and irresistable question: what would happen if a wildly successful TV Producer was also a top secret CIA assassin? Starring Sam Rockewell, Drew Barrymore, George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Rutger Hauer and directed by George Clooney. Check out the trailer here. … Continue reading →

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Dead Alive aka Braindead Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

July 13, 2011 JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: October 4, 2011 Throw out all your preconceptions about the limits of horror! A new standard has been set with DEAD ALIVE- The Mother of All Horror Films. A young man’s mother is bitten by a Sumatran rat-monkey. She gets sick and dies, at which time she comes back to life, killing and eating dogs, nurses, friends, and neighbors. Dead Alive is dripping with state-of-the-art special effects that … Continue reading →

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Cop Land aka Copland Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

July 13, 2011 JJ Bona

STREET DATE: November 1, 2011 Very underrated movie! One of the best of the 90s! The sheriff of a suburban New Jersey community populated by New York City policeman slowly discovers the town is a front for mob connections and corruption. Directed by James Mangold (“3:10 to Yuma”) and starring Sylvester Stallone, Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, Ray Liotta, Michael Rapaport and Robert Patrick. Check out the trailer. Specs: No. … Continue reading →

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Tragic Hero | aka Rich and Famous II (1987) Review

July 12, 2011 JJ Bona

Director: Taylor Wong, David Lai Cast: Chow Yun Fat, Andy Lau, Alex Man Chi Leung, Carina Lau, Shing Fui On, Pauline Wong Siu Fung, Lam Chung, Peter Yang, Elvis Tsui Kam Kong, O Chun Hung, Danny Lee, Ng Hoi Tin, Ng Hong Ning, Wong Chi Keung Running Time: 97 min. By Joseph Kuby Succeedingly Surprising! This is the sequel to Rich and Famous, even though it apparently was filmed simultaneously; … Continue reading →

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Rich and Famous | aka Black Vengeance (1987) Review

July 12, 2011 JJ Bona
"Rich and Famous" Chinese Theatrical Poster

Director: Taylor Wong Tai Loy Cast: Chow Yun Fat, Andy Lau Tak Wah, Alex Man Chi Leung, O Chun Hung, Alan Tam Wing Lun, Lam Chung, Shing Fui On, Carina Lau Kar Ling, Wong Chi Keung, Pauline Wong Siu Fung, Fan Mei Sheng, Danny Lee Sau Yin Running Time: 104 min. By Joseph Kuby Hollywood inspired crime thriller! Rich and Famous, according to author Stephen Teo (of Hong Kong Cinema: … Continue reading →

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Cinema Paradiso Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

July 12, 2011 JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: October 14, 2011 First time on Blu-ray in North America! A famous Italian filmmaker, haunted by the memories of his first love, returns to his hometown after an absence of 30 years. Upon his return, he reconnects with the community and remembers the highlights and tragedies that shaped his life and inspired him to follow his dream of becoming a filmmaker. For those who have never seen it … Continue reading →

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Metrodome’s Blood Fighter DVD

July 12, 2011 JJ Bona

The Metrodome Group (UK) is releasing Blood Fighter on August 15th, 2011. The violent adventures of a deadly fighter who rises to face his most ferocious battle yet, Blood Fighter features brutal, jaw-dropping martial arts moves and raw combat action. Following the senseless killing of his father by a brutal gang, a young boy is taken in by a Muay Thai boxing master who trains him in the ancient, deadly … Continue reading →

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Magic aka Yosul DVD (Pathfinder)

July 11, 2011 JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: August 30, 2011 “Magic” covers the love and friendship between young musicians at a musical school. Main character Ji-eun (Hyeon-jin Seo) is a piano prodigy. “A blend of music with an art house cinema feel.” -The Korea Times Check out the trailer here.

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I’m a Cyborg, but That’s OK DVD (Pathfinder)

July 11, 2011 JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: October 4, 2011 From Park Chan-wook, director of “Old Boy” and “Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance”.A girl who thinks she is a combat cyborg checks into a mental hospital, where she encounters other psychotics. Eventually, she falls for a man who thinks he can steal people’s souls. Starring Su-jeong Lim (“Sad Movie”), Rain (“Ninja Assassin”) and Hie-jin Choi. Check out the trailer here.

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Mimic: Director’s Cut 2-Disc Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

July 11, 2011 JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: September 27, 2011 From acclaimed director Guillermo Del Toro (PANS LABRYNTH, HELLBOY) comes “a terrifying film of great elegance” (San Francisco Chronicle). Starring Academy Award© winner Mira Sorvino (MIGHTY APHRODITE) and screen favorite Charles S. Dutton (A TIME TO KILL) and Josh Brolin (TRUE GRIT) this electrifying thriller brings the epic battle between man and nature to life when a team of scientists discover a glitch in their … Continue reading →

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The Servant aka Bang-ja Chronicles DVD (Pathfinder)

July 11, 2011 JJ Bona

RELEASE DATE: September 6, 2011 A famous tale of Chun-hyang, which is a story of young lovers in the Joseon era, and stars Kim Joo-hyuk and Ryu Seung-beom. Directed by Kim Dae-woo Check out the trailer here.

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Metrodome’s The Founding of a Republic DVD: Jackie Chan, Donnie Yen and Jet Li

July 10, 2011 JJ Bona

The Metrodome Group (UK) is releasing “The Founding of a Republic” on DVD August 29th, 2011. The film features an all-star cast of Chinese film heavies including Jackie Chan, Donnie Yen, Jet Li, Zhao Wei, Zhang Ziyi, Leon Lai, Andy Lau, John Woo and many more. The Second World War is over but the fight for China has just begun. In 1945, Mao, a renegade activist and his band of … Continue reading →

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