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Shaw Bothers Classics: Volume 1 | Blu-ray (Shout!)

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RELEASE DATE: June 13, 2023 On June 13, 2023, Shout! Factory will be releasing Shaw Bothers Classics: Volume 1, an 11-film Blu-ray (Region A) collection that will include The Assassin (1967), The Thundering Sword (1967), The Golden Swallow (1968), The Jade Raksha (1968), The Bells of Death (1968), The Sword of Swords (1968), Killer Dart (1968), The Invincible Fist (1969), Dragon Swamp (1969), The Flying Dagger (1969) and The Golden Sword (1969). Official details: This exciting box set comprises 11 … Continue reading

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Jackie Chan Collection Volume 2 | Blu-ray (Shout! Factory)

Jackie Chan Collection Volume 2 | Blu-ray (Shout! Factory)

RELEASE DATE: April 25, 2023 On April 25, 2023, Shout! Factory will be releasing The Jackie Chan Collection Volume 2 on Blu-ray (Region A). Unlike Jackie Chan Collection Volume 1, this upcoming set will include 8 movies, spread across 8 Blu-ray discs (previous set included 7 movies, spread across 7 Blu-ray discs. Here’s what’s included: Winners and Sinners (1983): Fresh from prison, five friends try to stay crime free but inadvertently find themselves caught in … Continue reading

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Your Guide to Solar Panel Wattage

Installing solar panels in your home is much more affordable than you may have thought. While it’s true that solar panels used to be incredibly expensive, the cost has decreased massively over the last decade. This makes transitioning to solar energy a breeze. With just a few solar panels on your roof, you can end up saving thousands of dollars a year in reduced energy bills. If you want to … Continue reading

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Warriors Two | Blu-ray (Arrow)

RELEASE DATE: June 6, 2023 On June 6, 2023, Arrow Video will be releasing a Blu-ray (Region A) for Warriors Two, a 1978 Golden Harvest kung fu classic directed by, and starring Sammo Hung (The Prodigal Son). In the film, Hung and Casanova Wong (Ninja in the Claws of the CIA) play two students of master Jan (played here by Bryan “Beardy” Leung Kar Yan) who must use their skills … Continue reading

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The forecast for today is the New Trailer for ‘The White Storm 3’ starring Lau Ching-Wan, Louis Koo and Aaron Kwok

"The White Storm 2: Drug Lords" Theatrical Poster

In the mood for another storm? Just like David Lam’s ongoing collection of Storm films (Z-Storm, S-Storm, L-Storm, P Storm and G Storm), the other Storm franchise continues to run wild with a third film titled The White Storm 3: Heaven or Hell. For the upcoming The White Storm 3: Heaven or Hell (read our review), Herman Yau (Nessun Dorma) is once again at the helm, while Lau Ching-Wan (A Hero Never Dies), Louis Koo … Continue reading

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Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Jung Ho-yeon team up for ‘Hope’ from ‘The Chaser’ director Na Hong-Jin

"Chaser" Theatrical Poster

They call him Na Hong-Jin. If you’re not familiar with his name, maybe you’re familiar with his work. In 2008, the acclaimed South Korean filmmaker shook the world with his debut feature film, The Chaser. In 2010, he showed us that he wasn’t a one-hit wonder with The Yellow Sea. Then in 2016 came The Wailing, where Na proved his cinematic prowess while tackling the occult subgenre (he also lent his producing and co-writing chops to the … Continue reading

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Bohachi Bushido: The Villain | Blu-ray (Discotek Media)

Bohachi Bushido: The Villain | Blu-ray (Discotek Media)

RELEASE DATE: June 27, 2023 On June 27, 2023, Discotek Media is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A) for 1974’s Bohachi Bushido: The Villain, the spiritual successor to Teruo Ishii’s 1973 film, Bohachi Bushido. The film stars Goro Ibuki (Battles Without Honor and Humanity Vol. 1), Reiko Ike (Sex and Fury), Bin Amatsu (The Street Fighter), Keiko Aikawa (The Bullet Train), Kenji Kusumoto (The Great Killing) and Takashi Ebata (Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart … Continue reading

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Game Trilogy | Blu-ray (Arrow)

RELEASE DATE: June 20, 2023 On June 20, 2023, Arrow Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A) collection for Toru Murakawa’s Game Trilogy, which will include 1978’s The Most Dangerous Game, 1978’s The Killing Game and 1979’s The Execution Game spread across 2 discs. In 1978’s The Most Dangerous Game, Yusaku Matsuda (Ridley Scott’s Black Rain) stars as an assassin who gets involved in a corporate feud when he’s hired to kill a rival … Continue reading

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Violent Streets | Blu-ray (Film Movement)

Violent Streets | Blu-ray (Eureka)

RELEASE DATE: May 16, 2023 On May 16, 2023, Film Movement will be releasing the Blu-ray for 1974’s Violent Streets (aka Violent City). Directed by Hideo Gosha (Samurai Wolf 2: Hell Cut), the film stars Noboru Ando (Violent Fraternity), Akira Kobayashi (Tokyo Mighty Guy), Isao Natsuyagi (I Want To), Bunta Sugawara (Cops vs. Thugs) and Tetsuro Tanba (You Only Live Twice). In Violent Streets, a retired yakuza is caught in the … Continue reading

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Daniel Lee’s dark ‘n bloody wuxia thriller ‘Code of the Assassins’ arrives on Digital, Blu-ray & DVD on March 28

Daniel Lee’s dark ‘n bloody wuxia thriller Code of the Assassins has arrived! The film debuts on Hi-YAH! on March 3rd, then goes to digital, Blu-ray & DVD on March 28th from Well Go USA. This upcoming actioner is directed by Daniel Lee, the Hong Kong director behind films such as Jet Li’s Black Mask, Donnie Yen’s 14 Blades, Leon Lai’s White Vengeance and Jackie Chan’s Dragon Blade. Code of the Assassins … Continue reading

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Hideo Gosha’s samurai classics ‘Samurai Wolf’ and ‘Samurai Wolf 2: Hell Cut’ arrive on Blu-ray from Film Movement in May

Samurai Wolf 1 & 2 | Blu-ray (Film Movement)

On May 16, 2023, Film Movement will be releasing a Blu-ray that will include two films by Hideo Gosha (The Geisha): 1966’s Samurai Wolf and 1967’s Samurai Wolf 2: Hell Cut. In Samurai Wolf, Isao Natsuyagi stars as Kiba, a charismatic ronin who wanders into a small town and ends up ensnared in a local conflict that’s more than meets the eye. After dispatching a pair of highway criminals seen robbing a courier … Continue reading

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A Beginner’s Guide to Playing and Making Money at Online Poker

Photo by istockphoto Are you looking for an exciting way to make money online? If so, online poker may be the perfect option for you. Online poker has become one of the most popular online card games in recent years and is a great way to make some extra cash.  Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, this guide will give you all the information you need to start … Continue reading

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The Benefits of Video Games for Seniors

It’s a common misconception that video games are just for kids. While it’s true that the majority of gamers are young, there’s no reason why seniors shouldn’t enjoy the benefits of playing too. In fact, gaming can provide seniors with numerous mental and physical benefits.  Moreover, there is such a huge variety of genres and styles available in the gaming industry today! Everyone can find something that will suit their … Continue reading

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The Brave Archer Collection | Blu-ray (Shout!)

The Brave Archer Collection | Blu-ray (Shout!)

RELEASE DATE: April 18, 2023 On April 18, 2023, Shout! Factory is releasing a 5-disc Blu-ray (Region A) collection for The Brave Archer Collection, which will includes The Brave Archer, The Brave Archer 2, The Brave Archer 3, The Brave Archer and His Mate and Little Dragon Maiden. Officie details: Adapted from The Legend Of The Condor Heroes, the wuxia novel by Jin Yong, this phantasmagorical martial arts saga – … Continue reading

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Heart of Dragon | Blu-ray (Arrow)

RELEASE DATE: April 11, 2023 On April 11, 2023, Arrow Video is releasing a Blu-ray (Region A) for Sammo Hung’s 1985 action-drama, Heart of the Dragon (aka First Mission). In the film, Jackie Chan plays a cop who gives up his dream of being a sailor to take care of his mentally challenged brother, played by Hung. Note: An alternative slipcase, featuring original artwork, will be available exclusively through Arrow’s official website. … Continue reading

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