Author Archives: JJ Bona

Eureka’s Blu-ray for Hideo Gosha’s 1974 yakuza thriller ‘Violent Streets’ now shipping from Goodie Emporium

Violent Streets | Blu-ray (Eureka)

Eureka’s Blu-ray (Region B) for Violent Streets is now shipping from Goodie Emporium! This 1974 thriller comes from director Hideo Gosha (Sword of the Beast) and stars Noboru Ando (New Battles Without Honor and Humanity). One of the finest directors of Japanese chambara (sword fighting) films, Hideo Gosha (Sword of the Beast, Three Outlaw Samurai) also directed a number of films in the yakuza genre. The most outstanding of these was Violent Streets; … Continue reading

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Arrow’s 4K UHD & Blu-ray for Bernardo Bertolucci’s ‘The Last Emperor’ starring John Lone now shipping!

Goodie Emporium is now shipping Arrow Video’s 4K UHD & Blu-ray for Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1987 acclaimed epic The Last Emperor, starring John Lone (Year of the Dragon), Joan Chen (Purple Storm), Peter O’Toole (Lawrence of Arabia), Ying Ruocheng (Little Buddha), Victor Wong (Big Trouble in Little China), Dennis Dun (Year of the Dragon), Vivian Wu (The Joy Luck Club), and Ryuichi Sakamoto (New Rose Hotel). Read the official details below: Director … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Accident Man | Blu-ray | Only $9.99 – Expires soon!

"Accident Man" Blu-ray Cover

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Jesse V. Johnson’s Accident Man (read our review). Martial arts sensation Scott Adkins (Debt Collectors, Seized) stars in this film adaptation of Mills and Tony Skinner’s out-of-print UK comic Toxic!  Mike Fallon is the Accident Man – a stone cold killer and the best at what he does. But when a loved one is dragged into the London underworld and murdered by his own crew, Fallon (Adkins) is forced to … Continue reading

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Best Fenton Speakers for Under $200

Are you in the market for a new set of speakers but have a budget of no more than $200? Fenton is one of the most trusted brands in home audio and offers some fantastic speakers within this price range. Today we’ll explore the best Fenton speaker options available under $200 so that you can upgrade your listening experience without breaking the bank. We’ll highlight features to help you find … Continue reading

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Jean-Claude Van Damme’s tumultuous ‘Eagle Path’ to finally see a release after 13 years?

"Full Love" Theatrical Poster

If you’re a fan of Jean-Claude Van Damme, chances are you’ve heard of the completed, but unreleased Eagle Path, which is also known as these other 3 titles: Full Love; Soldiers; and Frenchy. The action drama – produced by Van Damme’s own Rodin Entertainment – is the star’s first directorial effort since 1996’s The Quest. The project was shot on a budget of about $5 million (much of it, financed by … Continue reading

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Teaser Poster for Will Kaufman’s action thriller ‘Violence of Action’ starring Scott Adkins and Cam Gigandet

"Violence of Action" Teaser Poster

Martial arts star Scott Adkins (Castle Falls, Boyka: Undisputed IV) is reuniting with his Jarhead 3: The Siege director, Will Kaufman (Sinners and Saints), for Violence of Action. The upcoming actioner also stars Cam Gigandet (Priest, Never Back Down). Frequent Adkins collaborator Chad Law (Close Range), as well as Josh Ridgway (The Sector), are penning the project. Both writers worked with Adkins’ for Section Eight, as well as the upcoming, Lights Out. Violence … Continue reading

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Final Trailer for Chad Stahelski’s ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ featuring Donnie Yen, Scott Adkins and Hiroyuki Sanada

Chad Stahelski – co-director of the original John Wick and sole director for John Wick: Chapter 2 and John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum – will once again be teaming up with Keanu Reeves, and his partner David Leitch (Atomic Blonde), for John Wick: Chapter 4. (Note: Contrary to previous reports, John Wick: Chapter 4 and John Wick: Chapter 5 will no longer be shot back-to-back due to recent Covid restrictions). Unlike the first three films, which take place … Continue reading

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Watch Adrian Castro and Maria Tran’s 80s Hong Kong throwback ‘Tiger Cop: Yes Madam!’

"Tiger Cops" Promotional Poster

Are your claws ready for more Tiger Cops? The Australian-produced, “80’s Hong Kong martial arts throwback” comedy series continues with Tiger Cop: Yes Madam! Australian-Vietnamese martial arts star Maria Tran (Last King of the Cross, Tracer) is back as Inspector Tiger. This time around, Tiger (Tran) faces off against Lara Balog from Stunt Action Consultants. As with the previous Tiger Cops entries, the upcoming Tiger Cop Returns short is directed by Adrian Castro (Nightwalkers TV series), who also serves … Continue reading

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U.S. distributor Glass House brings Vietnamese sci-fi action thriller ‘Head Rush’ to Blu-ray & DVD in March

On March 13, 2023, Glass House Distribution is releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Head Rush, a Vietnamese sci-fi action thriller directed by Victor Vu (The Immortal) and starring Cuong Seven (Tracer). In Head Rush, a man dying of a terminal illness receives an experimental medical treatment and soon discovers he has superhuman powers. But the origins of the treatment are intertwined in a dark history that becomes unraveled in his life. … Continue reading

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What Are the Different Types of Tactical Firearms? An Overview

What is a tactical firearm? A tactical firearm is a rifle or handgun that has been modified in order to increase its utility. Whereas a normal gun may be made for either self-defense or hunting, a tactical firearm can do both of those things and more. That’s why many people who work outdoors or in law enforcement prefer tactical firearms. There’s a reason that they’re one of the fastest-growing segments … Continue reading

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Branded to Kill | 4K UHD + Blu-ray (Criterion)

Branded to Kill | 4K UHD + Blu-ray (Criterion)

RELEASE DATE: May 9, 2023 On May 9, 2023, Criterion is releasing the 4K UHD + Blu-ray for Branded to Kill, a 1967 Japanese cult classic from director Seijun Suzuki (The Sleeping Beast Within) and star Joe Shishido (Cruel Gun Story). Official details: When Japanese New Wave bad boy Seijun Suzuki delivered this brutal, hilarious, and visually inspired masterpiece to the executives at his studio, he was promptly fired. Branded … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Missing in Action Trilogy | Blu-ray | Only $41.49 – Expires soon!

Today’s Deal on Fire is for Kino Lorber’s 3-Disc Blu-ray Collection for the Missing in Action Trilogy. This collection features the three action-packed Missing in Action classics starring screen legend Chuck Norris (Slaughter in San Francisco, Code of Silence). The titles will also be available individually. Read the official details: Missing in Action (1984) – American servicemen are being held captive in Vietnam, and only one man can bring them home in … Continue reading

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New Trailer for the Soi Cheang-produced thriller ‘Cyber Heist’ starring Aaron Kwok, Simon Yam and Gordon Lam

"Cyber Heist" Theatrical Poster

Danny Wong, director of 2019’s I’m Livin’ It, returns with his sophomore effort, Cyber Heist, an upcoming Soi Cheang Pou Soi-produced (SPL II) action thriller starring Aaron Kwok (Project Gutenberg), Simon Yam (Black Cat) and Gordon Lam (Z Storm). In the film, a computer expert (Kwok) accidentally falls into the conspiracy of online financial crime and has to seize the time to participate in the struggle. Co-starring in Cyber Heist are Patrick … Continue reading

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Kim Hong-Sun’s brutal thriller ‘Project Wolf Hunting’ hits Blu-ray & DVD on Valentine’s Day from Well Go USA

"Project Wolf Hunting" Theatrical Poster

On February 14, 2023, Well Go USA is releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Kim Hong-Sun’s Project Wolf Hunting (read our review). Kim Hong-Sun, the filmmaker behind 2012’s Traffickers and 2019’s Metamorphosis, is back with Project Wolf Hunting, which is getting a theatrical release from Well Go USA on October 7th, following its September 21st domestic release. This upcoming thriller follows a group of dangerous criminals being transported by sea from the Philippines … Continue reading

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Yakuza Graveyard | Bu-ray (Radiance Films)

RELEASE DATE: May 15, 2023 On May 15, 2023, Radiance Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for Yakuza Graveyard, a 1976 classic gangster film from legendary Japanese filmmaker, Kinji Fukasaku (The Green Slime, Battle Royale, Doberman Cop). Official details: Description: When he falls for the beautiful wife of the jailed boss of the Nishida gang, things start to spiral out of control for detective Kuroiwa (Tetsuya Watari, Graveyard of Honour). … Continue reading

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