Author Archives: JJ Bona

The 8 Diagram Pole Fighter | Blu-ray (Arrow Video)

RELEASE DATE: April 5, 2022 On April 5, 2022, Arrow Video will be releasing the Blu-ray for Lau Kar-leung’s 1983 classic The 8 Diagram Pole Fighter. They’ll also be releasing an Arrow Store U.S. Exclusive version of the film, featuring original Theatrical Artwork. Official details: After one of its lead actors (cherub-faced action icon Alexander Fu Sheng) unexpectedly died midway through production, master director Lau Kar-leung (The 36th Chamber of … Continue reading

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Dreadnaught | Blu-ray (Eureka)

RELEASE DATE: April 25, 2022 On April 25, 2022, Eureka is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for the 1981 Yuen Woo-ping kung fu classic, Dreadnaught. The film stars Yuen Biao (Knockabout), Leung Kar Yan (My Life’s on the Line), Kwan Tak Hing (The Skyhawk), Yuen Shun Yee (Dance of the Drunken Mantis), Philip Ko (Final Run) and Lily Li (Daggers 8). Official details: Directed by legendary action choreographer Yuen Woo-ping … Continue reading

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Knockabout | Blu-ray (Eureka)

RELEASE DATE: April 25, 2022 On April 25, 2022, Eureka is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for the 1979 Sammo Hung kung fu classic, Knockabout. The film stars Yuen Biao (Circus Kids), Lau Kar Wing (Dirty Tiger, Crazy Frog), Sammo Hung (God of War) and Leung Kar Yan (The Victim). Official details: Another fast and furious kung fu comedy classic directed by Sammo Hung (The Millionaires’ Express), Knockabout features a cast of … Continue reading

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Significant Differences Between Online and Offline Casinos

Gambling has been a significant aspect of human culture since the dawn of time when people gamble on different activities. For many years up to date, the face of gambling has drastically changed with people investing in the industry through casinos. Modern ages have seen the birth of gambling houses known as casinos, where people go to enjoy the practice of gambling. Casinos have the best features of gambling games … Continue reading

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New Trailer for ‘New Kung Fu Cult Master’ starring Donnie Yen, Louis Koo, Raymond Lam, Alex Fong and Jade Leung

A remake/reboot/sequel of director Wong Jing’s 1993 Jet Li film, Kung Fu Cult Master, appropriately titled New Kung Fu Cult Master 1, will soon see the light of day from Wing Jing himself, and his frequent collaborator, co-director Keung Kwok Man (the upcoming Queen of Triads 2). The upcoming film stars Raymond Lam (P Storm), Janice Man (Nessun Dorma), Sabrina Qiu (Chasing the Dragon II: Wild Wild Bunch), Alex Fong (Double … Continue reading

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Seobok: Project Clone | Bu-ray | Well Go USA

Seobok: Project Clone | Bu-ray | Well Go USA

RELEASE DATE: February 15, 2022 On February 15, 2022, Well Go USA will be releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Seobok: Project Clone (read our review), a 2021 South Korean thriller from director Lee Yong-Joo (Possessed). Read the official details below: Min Gi-heon is an ex-agent of the intelligence agency, and Seo Bok is the first human clone created through stem cell cloning and genetic engineering. He possesses the secret for … Continue reading

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‘The Raid’ star Iko Uwais returns in the Trailer for the Netflix’ movie sequel to ‘Wu Assassins’ titled ‘Fistful of Vengeance’

Ever rising action star Iko Uwais (The Raid, The Raid 2, Headshot, Beyond Skyline) will be returning to Netflix with Fistful of Vengeance, a movie “sequel” to 2019’s Wu Assassins, a 10-episode martial arts sci-fi crime drama that’s currently streaming on Netflix. Wu Assassins revolved around a warrior chosen as the latest and last Wu Assassin, who must search for the powers of an ancient triad and restore balance in San Francisco’s Chinatown. Now, the official … Continue reading

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Adapted by Alan Canvan: A Conversation with ‘Game of Death Redux’ Filmmaker

The following is a conversation with indie filmmaker, Alan Canvan. He’s a cinema enthusiast and a quote/unquote “Bruce Lee Historian” (more on that later) who has a different – and very controversial – thought process when it comes to his opinions on Bruce Lee and his films, which was one of the reasons I approached him for this interview. Alan has hosted a few events, including Bamboo, Nunchucks & Dirty Footprints: … Continue reading

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First Time Smoking Cannabis: What to Know and Expect

According to the World Health Organization, approximately 2.5% of the world’s population or 147 million people enjoy smoking weed. Around 94 million people in the United States have admitted to using marijuana products at least once. This is why domestic marijuana production grew tenfold over the last two decades, from 1,000 to 10,000 tons. If you have never smoked weed and want to experience the positive health benefits, it is … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Undercover Punch and Gun | Blu-ray | Only $6.99 – Expires soon!

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Well Go USA’s Undercover Punch and Gun (read our review). Philip Ng (The Trough), Vanness Wu (Dragon Blade), Andy On (True Legend) and Jiang Luxia (Operation Red Sea) join forces for Undercover Punch and Gun (aka Undercover vs. Undercover), the directorial debut of filmmakers Frankie Tam and Philip Lui, writers of Gallants and Wild City, respectively. An undercover cop’s daring plan to infiltrate a notorious drug ring … Continue reading

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What You Should Expect When Working With a Mesothelioma Lawyer

Life can be really stressful at times. Despite taking care of everything, there are times when you get an illness or disorder that is not in your control. Mesothelioma is one such problem that arises when you are exposed to Asbestos. This usually happens when you are working at a location where others are working with asbestos. Mesothelioma is malignant cancer that happens in the covering of your tissues. This … Continue reading

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New Poster for the Wu Jing war epic sequel to ‘The Battle at Lake Changjin’ (aka ‘Watergate Bridge’)

Martial arts star Wu Jing (Wolf Warrior 2, Call of Heroes, SPL 2) will return in the high-profile sequel The Battle at Lake Changjin 2 (aka Watergate Bridge). Also returning are Jackson Yee (Pound of Flesh), Zhang Hanyu (Operation Mekong), Huang Xuan (Extraordinary Mission), Zhu Yawen (The Captain), Duan Yihong (Extraordinary Mission) and Hu Jun (Shadow). As with the first film, the sequel will act as a joint project by acclaimed directors Tsui … Continue reading

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Good Guys Wear Black | Blu-ray (88 Films)

Good Guys Wear Black | Blu-ray (88 Films)

RELEASE DATE: August 29, 2022 Get ready for 88 Films’ Blu-ray (Region B) release for Chuck Norris’ Good Guys Wear Black, a 1978 thriller directed by Ted Post (Hang ‘Em High, Magnum Force). In Good Guys Wear Black, an ex-US Army commando (Chuck Norris) must find the reason why his comrades from his unit are being systematically murdered before he is next. The film also stars Anne Archer (Fatal Attraction), James … Continue reading

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Wheel of Fortune: A Look Back at Pachinko in Film

When looking at the vast cultural contributions gifted to the world by Japan, a few immediate associations might spring to mind. One might think of the bright lights and cutting-edge fashion served up by the buzzing Tokyo districts of Shinjuku, Harajuku, and Akihabara. Others might think of the sumptuous animations of Studio Ghibli. For many of us, our experience with Japanese film immediately brings to mind the neon glow of … Continue reading

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Human Lanterns | Blu-ray (88 Films)

Human Lanterns | Blu-ray (88 Films)

RELEASE DATE: June 7, 2022 On June 7, 2022, 88 Films will be releasing Sun Chung’s 1982 horror/kung fu film, Human Lanterns (aka Human Skin Lanterns). A UK (Region B) version of the film will also be available around the same date. Long before Anthony Wong was serving human Chinese “pork” buns in Untold Story (1993), Lo Lieh was kidnapping woman and making beautiful Chinese lanterns out of their freshly peeled human … Continue reading

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