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Category Archives: Asian Titles
Magic aka Yosul DVD (Pathfinder)
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.
I’m a Cyborg, but That’s OK DVD (Pathfinder)
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.
The Servant aka Bang-ja Chronicles DVD (Pathfinder)
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.
King and the Clown DVD (Pathfinder)
RELEASE DATE: August 30, 2011 From the director of “Radio Star”. Two clowns living in the Chosun Dynasty get arrested for staging a play that satirizes the king. They are dragged to the palace and threatened with execution, but are given a chance to save their lives if they can make the king laugh. Check out the trailer here.
The Recipe DVD (Pathfinder)
RELEASE DATE: September 6, 2011 A man on deathrow wants to taste doenjang jjigae (a spicy Korean bean paste stew) before he dies. Television producer Choi Yu-Jin (Ryoo Seung-Ryong) hears of the inmate and researches his story for an upcoming news report. Choi Yu-Jin then comes across a mysterious woman named Jang Hye-Jin (Lee Yo-Won) who makes doenjang jjigae that brings tears of joy to those who tastes her recipe. … Continue reading
Adrift aka Choi Voi DVD (Global Film Initiative)
RELEASE DATE: November 22, 2011 A moody, enigmatic film, Adrift…is a subtle, melancholy exploration of erotic angst and uncomfortable awakening. — New York Times Starring Do Hai Yen (The Quiet American), Nguyen Duy Koha, Johnny Tri Nguyen (The Rebel), Linh-Dan Pham (Ninja Assassin). Check out the bizarre (and creepy sounding) trailer.
The Shaft aka Dixia De Tiankong DVD (Global Film Initiative)
RELEASE DATE: November 22, 2011 … the stark melancholia achieves a rare authenticity, perhaps most pointedly manifested in the objective correlative of the mineshaft itself, the dismal bowels of which we only see in two brief and uneventful scenes. The family doesn’t abhor mining because it’s hazardous or arduous, but because it represents their only career option: It’s a Plutonian symbol of universal resignation… The intermittent genius of director Zhang … Continue reading
The Sword with No Name aka Like Fireworks, Like Butterflies Blu-ray/DVD (Funimation)
RELEASE DATE: September 6, 2011 Also known as Like Fireworks, Like Butterflies. In 19th-century Korea, a bounty hunter becomes the bodyguard of the queen he secretly loves. Directed by Kim Yong-Gyun (“The Red Shoes”) and starring Cho Seung-Woo (“Marathon”) and Soo-Ae (“Once in a Summer”). Check out the trailer here.
Higanjima: Escape from Vampire Island aka Barefoot Dream, Equinox Island Blu-ray/DVD (Funimation)
RELEASE DATE: October 4, 2011 Higanjima is an eerie island occupied by vampires, from where none has ever come back alive. When teenager Akira hears that his missing brother has been seen in the island, he decides to investigate with several friends. Check out the trailer here.
Tajomaru: Avenging Blade Blu-ray/DVD (Funimation)
RELEASE DATE: September 20, 2011 “TAJOMARU is the famous ‘bandit’ of the forest from RASHOMON. Whoever kills Tajomaru inherits his name, status and sword. A royal brother leaves his kingdom to protect the princess he loves, only to find a series of harrowing adventures along the way which lead him back to where he came from, and then disinheriting his past to become the bandit TAJOMARU.” Check out the trailer … Continue reading
Blades of Blood aka Like the Moon Get Out the Clouds, Like the Moon Escaping from the Clouds DVD (Lionsgate)
RELEASE DATE: September 13, 2011 During a turbulent time when political upheaval, rebellion, and invasion are coming to a head with a clash between two swordsmen caught up in a violent and bloody struggle to seize control of the country they love. With their army of alliance standing behind them they will meet for the most important battle of their lives. Swords will be drawn while many lives are lost, … Continue reading
Avenging Eagle aka Shaolin Hero DVD (Dragon Dynasty)
RELEASE DATE: September 13, 2011 Directed by Sun Chung, Avenging Eagle proves that the Shaw Brothers were still at the top of their game, even toward the end of their movie-making empire. With its charismatic leading actors, witty rapport, hateful villains, and out-of-this-world weaponry, this one is a definite source of delight for the old-school kung-fu fan. Starring Ti Lung, Alexander Fu Sheng, Guk Fung, Si Si, Yue Wing, Johnny … Continue reading
Golden Swallow aka Girl with the Thunderbolt Kick DVD (Dragon Dynasty)
RELEASE DATE: September 13, 2011 “Golden Swallow” is the sequel to King Hu’s 1966 masterpiece, “Come Drink With Me.” Chang Cheh takes over the director’s chair and transforms Hu’s classic theatrical-style flick into an extravaganza of extreme violence and comic book-like gore! Starring Jimmy Wang Yu, Cheng Pei Pei, Lo Lieh and many more! Check out the the trailer (beware of possible spoilers). Read cityonfire.com’s review.
Blood Brothers aka Dynasty of Blood DVD (Dragon Dynasty)
RELEASE DATE: September 13, 2011 Set in the waning years of the Ching Dynasty, this dramatic, tragic, romantic, blood-soaked martial arts tale of betrayal and revenge explores one of the most sensational scandals in Chinese history. Directed by Chang Cheh and starring David Chiang, Ti Lung, Chen Kuan Tai, Ching Li and Wang Lung Wei! Check out the the trailer (beware of possible spoilers). Read cityonfire.com’s review.
Killer Clans aka Killer Clan DVD (Dragon Dynasty)
RELEASE DATE: September 13, 2011 Based on a popular swordplay novel by Ku Lung, this action packed 1976 Shaw Brothers classic is directed by Chor Yuen (“The House of 72 Tenants”), and stars Chung Wa, Chan Ping, Yueh Hua, Lo Lieh, Wong Chung and many more! Featuring choreography by Yuen Cheung-yan (Yuen Woo Ping’s brother). Check out the the trailer (beware of possible spoilers).
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