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Pap on Always bet on WHITE! Martial arts star Michael Jai White joins Taimak in the upcoming martial arts thriller ‘Paper Made’Damn, Taimak? I can't wait to check it out!
Ningen on The Killer | 4K Ultra HD (Shout)Theatrical trailer. https://youtu.be/UBjnv3C-g5o?si=apNtaGvAcQfSJHhr
Andrew Hernandez on Once Upon a Time in Mexicali! Watch the New Trailer for Bren Foster’s martial arts actioner ‘Mexicali’Oh yeah. There’s certainly those vibes along with the feeling of Peckinpah, H…
Typo on Robocop-sploitation! Shout announces 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for David Chung’s 1988 sci-fi actioner ‘I Love Maria’Few people like that one. They're wrong.
Typo on Marty Supreme doesn’t stand a chance! Fumihiko Sori’s 2002 cult favorite ‘Ping Pong’ hits Blu-ray in June from 88 FilmsUgly new artwork, by the way...
Typo on Marty Supreme doesn’t stand a chance! Fumihiko Sori’s 2002 cult favorite ‘Ping Pong’ hits Blu-ray in June from 88 FilmsExcellent movie, perfect casting. Buy it! And buy also Masaaki Yuasa'y fabulo…
Azan Jii on Donnie Yen, nuns, priests, exhumed bodies and real kung fu! Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH for the month of MarchThis is this so beautiful movies
Tory on Once Upon a Time in Mexicali! Watch the New Trailer for Bren Foster’s martial arts actioner ‘Mexicali’Yeah, this is gonna be one of the better DTV movies of the year. Definitely l…
Houston on Always bet on WHITE! Martial arts star Michael Jai White joins Taimak in the upcoming martial arts thriller ‘Paper Made’My dreams have come true to see Michael Jai and Taimak act together in a film…
Scott Robinson on Martial arts screen icon Cynthia Rothrock and Tatiana Neva go nuclear in the New Trailer for ‘Prey of Wrath’No. no. no. chrichtonsworld is right. It's rubbish.
Wackie Chan on Martial arts screen icon Cynthia Rothrock and Tatiana Neva go nuclear in the New Trailer for ‘Prey of Wrath’A lot of hard work goes into these films, even when the resources just aren’t…
Yggdrasil on Picture of a Nymph | Blu-ray (88 Films)It's my first time watching this and sure, it's a Chinese Ghost Story rip off…
Ningen on The Swordsman Trilogy | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Shout)Official clip. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVcgXHEDcRG/?utm_source=ig_web_…
chrichtonsworld on Martial arts screen icon Cynthia Rothrock and Tatiana Neva go nuclear in the New Trailer for ‘Prey of Wrath’I really like Cynthia. But this looks like rubbish.
Ningen on Jim Kelly: “Man, you come right out of a comic book!”Free upload of Black Belt Jones. https://youtu.be/v7vWWFuSEWY?si=gkcA9Y6TalAG…
Andrew Hernandez on Reck It, Scott! Scott Adkins, Vinnie Jones and Mark Strange make a mess in the New Trailer for ‘Reckless’I hope the US release date isn’t too far off. I’ve read that it’s only availa…
ROBSON on Striking Rescue (2024) ReviewI like
Wackie Chan on Donnie Yen, nuns, priests, exhumed bodies and real kung fu! Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH for the month of MarchDonnie is set to return as Caine in a spin-off from John Wick: Chapter 4. Thi…
Bill Ferguson on Donnie Yen, nuns, priests, exhumed bodies and real kung fu! Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH for the month of MarchAre there going to be any new projects for Donnie Yen in the future?
S on Men Behind the Sun (1988) ReviewI don't think the cat scene was faked. It's his "and it was given a few fish…
Wackie Chan on Striking Rescue (2024) ReviewMan, that’s heartbreaking to hear. I really hope the reports aren’t as bad as…
Wackie Chan on Gambling Ghost, The (1991) ReviewReally enjoyed reading this. The Gambling Ghost is such a weird left turn for…
Shaun Thomas on Cyborg | aka Slinger (1989) ReviewThe hero and villain are both named after guitars.
Andrew Hernandez on Trivia of the Guardians: An Interview with Yuen Woo-Ping on Blades of the GuardiansThank you for the kind words. I’m thankful that there’s such a wide library t…
Typo on Don’t Play with Fire | Blu-ray (Cult Epics)Ugly cover. What's wrong with the second guy from the left (bottom)?
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Category Archives: Martial Arts Titles
Double Impact | Blu-ray (88 Films)
RELEASE DATE: August 28, 2023 August 28, 2023, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for Double Impact, a 1991 action film directed by Sheldon Lettich (The Hard Corps) and starring martial arts star Jean-Claude Van Damme (The Bouncer). Few things scream “90’s” quite like Jean-Claude Van Damme starring opposite himself in an action movie. After Van Damme’s breakout film Bloodsport (1988) which was quickly followed by popular hits like … Continue reading
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Fatal Termination | Blu-ray (Error_4444)
RELEASE DATE: September 2023 In September, U.S.-based indie label Error_4444 is releasing a Blu-ray for Fatal Termination, a 1990 Hong Kong actioner directed by Andrew Kam Yeung Wah (High Voltage) that stars Moon Lee (Dreaming the Reality), Phillip Ko (Exciting Dragon), Ray Lui (Guns of Dragon), Michael Miu (Final Run), Robin Shou (Cyprus Tigers), Simon Yam (Run and Kill) and Mike Abbott (Final Score). When the heavy weaponry required for a high … Continue reading
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Bloodsport | SteelBook | 4K UHD (Capelight Pictures)
RELEASE DATE: August 21, 2023 On August 21, 2023, Capelight Pictures/Altitude Films is releasing the 4K UHD Blu-ray (UK) for Bloodsport, a 1988 cult martial arts film directed by Newt Arnold (Blood Thirst) and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme (Black Water). In his youth, American Frank Dux (Jean-Claude Van Damme) was taught the art of ninjitsu by Japanese martial arts master Senzo Tanaka. When he finds out Tanaka is dying, Dux … Continue reading
Enter the Dragon: 50th Anniversary | 4K UHD + Blu-ray (Warner)
RELEASE DATE: 2023 Warner will soon be releasing the Enter the Dragon 50th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition on 4K UHD. The set will feature both the theatrical and original Special Edition cuts remastered in glorious 4K UHD. Warner is also releasing a standalone 4K UHD + Blu-ray (also features both cuts), which will be released August 7, 2023 (UK)/August 8, 2023 (US) – see details below for each release. Bruce Lee’s … Continue reading
Unleashed | Blu-ray (Bayview Films)
RELEASE DATE: June 27, 2023 On June 27, 2023, Bayview Films and Orchid Tree Media is releasing the Blu-ray for Unleashed (read our review), a 2020 actioner directed by Ambrose Kwok and Ka Hei Kwok (Ossan’s Love). After rising through the ranks of the underground boxing scene, Fok Kit (Zhen Feng Sun) forces himself to help his former tutor, Debo (Ken Lo, Police Story 3: Supercop, Drunken Master 2), keep his … Continue reading
Shaw Bothers Classic: Volume 2 | Blu-ray (Shout!)
RELEASE DATE: August 15, 2023 On August 15, 2023, Shout! Factory will be releasing Shaw Bothers Classic: Volume 2, an 12-film Blu-ray (Region A) collection that will include: Lady of Steel (1970), Brothers Five (1970), The Crimson Charm (1971), The Shadow Whip (1971), The Delightful Forest (1972), The Devil’s Mirror (1972), Man of Iron (1972), The Water Margin (1972), The Bride from Hell (1971), Heroes Two (1974), The Flying Guillotine … Continue reading
New Fist of Fury | Blu-ray (Arrow)
RELEASE DATE: August 29, 2023 On August 29, 2023, Arrow Video is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A) for New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei’s 1976 follow up to his 1972 film, Fist of Fury, which starred Bruce Lee. For New Fist of Fury, a young Jackie Chan takes the lead along with returning stars from the original film: Nora Miao (The Skyhawk), Lo Wei (Fist of Fury), Han Ying Chieh … Continue reading
Terrifying Girls’ High School | Blu-ray (Discotek Media)
RELEASE DATE: July 25, 2023 On July 25, 2023, Discotek Media is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A) for Terrifying Girls’ High School Animal Classmates (aka Terrifying Girls’ High School: Animal Courage). This 1973 Japanese cult actioner comes from director Masahiro Shimura, who is perhaps best known for writing Bronson Lee: Champion, The Street Fighter’s Last Revenge and Shadow Warriors. Terrifying Girls’ High School Animal Classmates stars Ike Reiko (Sex and Fury), Natsuko Yashiro … Continue reading
Bruce Lee at Golden Harvest Collection | Blu-ray & 4K UHD (Arrow)
RELEASE DATE: July 17, 2023 Now available from Goodie Emporium is Arrow Video’s (UK) 4K Bruce Lee movie collection, which includes a Brand new 4K restorations of The Big Boss, Fist of Fury, The Way of the Dragon and Game of Death and brand new 2K restoration of Game of Death II + features, all spread across 10 discs. Official details: When former child actor and Hollywood TV sidekick Bruce … Continue reading
Hard Target | 4K UHD (Universal Pictures)
RELEASE DATE: June 26, 2023 On June 26, 2023, Universal Pictures (UK) will release a New 4K UHD + Blu-ray for John Woo and Jean-Claude Van Damme’s 1993 actioner Hard Target. In Hard Target, a woman (Yancy Butler) hires a drifter (Jean-Claude Van Damme) as her guide through New Orleans in search of her missing father. In the process, they discover a deadly game of cat and mouse behind his disappearance. … Continue reading
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Assassin Club | Blu-ray (Paramount)
RELEASE DATE: June 6, 2023 On June 6, 2023, Paramount is releasing the Blu-ray for Assassin Club (read our review), an action thriller starring Henry Golding (Snake Eyes), Noomi Rapace (Prometheus), Sam Neill (Jurassic Park) and Daniela Melchior (Suicide Squad). The film is directed by French filmmaker Camille Delamarre – best known for directing Brick Mansions (a remake of District 13) and The Transporter Refueled (a reboot of The Transporter). Assassin … Continue reading
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Gorgeous | Blu-ray (88 Films)
RELEASE DATE: April 11, 2023 On April 11, 2023, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A) for Jackie Chan’s Gorgeous (aka Glass Bottle), a 1999 action-comedy directed by Vincent Kok (All U Need is Love). The film also stars Shu Qi (The Adventurers), Tony Leung (Chungking Express), Emil Chow (Purple Storm), Richie Ren (Bodies at Rest), Brad Allan (The Accidental Spy), with appearances by Sandra Ng (Thunder Cops 2), … Continue reading
Shaw Bothers Classics: Volume 1 | Blu-ray (Shout!)
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
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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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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