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Wherever the red dot goes, ya bang! The 4K Ultra HD for John Woo’s ‘Bullet in the Head’ is now shipping!

Now shipping from Goodie Emporium is Arrow’s Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD for 1990’s Bullet in the Head. After re-inventing the action film with The Killer, John Woo would turn inward and deliver the semi-autobiographical Bullet in the Head, complementing the stylistic flourishes that made his name with an unflinching and nihilistic brutality to deliver one of the most intense war films of all time. Set during the Vietnam war, the film follows … Continue reading

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When Cinema Gets It Right: Authentic Weapon Techniques in Classic Martial Arts Films

Ever watched a martial arts film and wondered if those weapon moves are real? Most folks think Hollywood spins everything for the camera. Why wouldn’t they? Those spins. Those flips. Those cinematic brawls. But not every martial arts film gets it wrong. In fact some get it marvelously right. These films don’t just look good — they teach. …and the directors who did justice to it created a template for … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Parasite | Blu-ray | Only $11.29 – 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 very 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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Where the Hell Do You Actually Watch This Stuff in 2026? A Fan’s Field Guide to Asian Action Cinema

Here’s the thing nobody tells you when you fall down the Hong Kong action rabbit hole: the movies don’t live in one place anymore. There’s no video store with a wall of gray-market VCDs and a clerk who knows the difference between a Godfrey Ho cut-and-paste job and the real thing. In 2026, chasing this stuff means juggling four or five services, a region-free player, and a shelf that’s slowly … Continue reading

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Guyver 2: Dark Hero | Blu-ray (Toy Robot)

On September 8, 2026, Toy Robot Video (a new sub-label of Arrow Video) will be releasing a Blu-ray for Guyver 2: Dark Hero. Directed by Steve Wang (Drive), this 1994 sci-fi actioner stars David Hayter, who is perhaps best known for writing the screenplays to 2000’s X-Men, 2003’s X-Men 2, and 2009’s Watchmen, as well as doing the voice for “Solid Snake” in the English versions of the Metal Gear … Continue reading

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The Surprising Link Between Filipino Movies and Online Casinos

Filipino cinema has a long history of depicting gambling — not as a peripheral vice subplot, but as a central dramatic device. From the tense mahjong parlors in classic Nora Aunor films to the cockfighting arena sequences that punctuate rural dramas, to the sleek baccarat tables in contemporary action thrillers, gambling in Filipino movies serves as shorthand for character, fate, and stakes. The house always has a meaning beyond money. … Continue reading

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FIGHTING BLACK KINGS! Watch the Trailer for ‘Paper Made’ featuring Michael Jai White, Taimak and Walter E. Jones

Martial arts star Michael Jai White (Triple Threat, Accident Man) is part of the ensemble cast for Paper Made, an upcoming martial arts thriller from writer/director Ryan Watson (Paper Line). The story centers on Tavon Watkins (Myles Truitt, Dragged Across Concrete), whose life takes a turn after a brutal hazing lands him inside an underground

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Deal on Fire! Prisoner of War | Blu-ray | Only $14.85 – Expires soon!

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Prisoner of War, the latest actioner from martial arts sensation Scott Adkins (John Wick 4, Ip Man 4, Triple Threat). Directed by and co-starring Louis Mandylor (The Debt Collector, The Doorman), Prisoner of War takes place during WWII and centers on a British officer (Adkins) who is captured and forced to fight in a Japanese internment camp. Inspired by real World War II events, … Continue reading

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The 4 Best Online Casinos for Original Games

When you search for a new online casino, is originality something you look for? If you simply want a classic casino experience with the usual games like poker and baccarat, then you might as well stick with the casino you know. However, if you want original casino games, the search becomes a little more complicated. Don’t worry – you don’t need to spend ages searching for unique casinos with original … Continue reading

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10 Best Gambling Movies Every Casino and Poker Fan Should Watch

Few settings create cinematic tension quite like a casino floor. The flashing lights, the pressure of a final hand, the risk of losing everything in a single moment. Gambling films have captivated audiences for decades by combining suspense, strategy, crime, and human drama in ways few other genres can match. Whether you’re a poker enthusiast, a casino regular, or someone exploring the best alternatives for Stake Casino, the right gambling … Continue reading

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Roaring Fire | Blu-ray (Toy Robot)

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On September 8, 2026, Toy Robot Video (a new sub-label of Arrow Video) will be releasing a Blu-ray (Region A/B) for Roaring Fire. Directed by Norifumi Suzuki (The Killing Machine), this 1981 martial arts film stars Hiroyuki Sanada (John Wick 4) and Sonny Chiba (Wolf Guy: Enraged Lycanthrope). Emmy© Award winner Hiroyuki Sanada (Royal Warriors) stars in this wild, action-packed comedy thriller, available for the first time

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Ninja Wars | Blu-ray (Toy Robot)

"NInja Wars" Poster

On September 29, 2026, Toy Robot Video (a new sub-label of Arrow Video) will be releasing a Blu-ray for Ninja Wars. Directed by Kosei Saito (G.I. Samurai), this 1982 fantasy martial arts film stars Hiroyuki Sanada (Ninja in the Dragon’s Den) and Sonny Chiba (Soul of Chiba). Ninja Wars (original title: Iga Ninpōchō) is a dark, supernatural action film set in feudal Japan, blending ninja lore with horror and fantasy

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Masters of the Universe | 4K Ultra HD (Toy Robot)

"Masters of the Universe" Poster

On September 15, 2026, Toy Robot Video (a new sub-label of Arrow Video) will be releasing a 4K Ultra HD for Masters of the Universe. Directed by Gary Goddard (Poseidon’s Fury: Escape from the Lost City), this 1987 adaptation of the He-Man and the Masters of the Universe animated series stars Dolph Lundgren (Skin Trade) and Frank Langella (Dracula). Planet Eternia and the castle of Grayskull are under threat from … Continue reading

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Shaw Brothers Shawscope Triple Feature | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On August 10, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for the Shaw Brothers Triple Feature, which includes 1983’s Shaolin Intruders, 1982’s Shaolin Prince and 1980’s Two Champions of Shaolin. Three Shaw classics are bought together in a brand new boxset as part of the 88 Asia numbered collection #52, #53, #54. It features new artwork

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For your Kollection? Watch Arrow’s New Trailer for the ‘Mortal Kombat Kollection’ arriving on 4K Ultra HD in June

On June 28, 2026, Arrow Video is releasing the Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD set for the Mortal Kombat Kollection, which includes 1995’s Mortal Kombat and 1997’s Mortal Kombat: Annihilation. A high-impact fusion of martial arts mayhem, fantasy spectacle and video game mythology, the Mortal Kombat films brought arcade combat to the big screen

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