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Andrew Hernandez on COMING TO AMERICA? ‘The Big Hit’ star Antonio Sabàto Jr. takes aim in Uwe Boll’s ‘Citizen Vigilante 2’I agree with everything else, but Dungeon Siege was a guilty pleasure. It was…
Typo on Don’t Waise yourself…. Arrow’s 4K Ultra HD for the 1988 Waise Lee actioner ‘The Big Heat’ arrives in JanuaryFinally! Can't wait to revisit that (troubled: how many directors?) movie fro…
Ska Martes on Don’t Waise yourself…. Arrow’s 4K Ultra HD for the 1988 Waise Lee actioner ‘The Big Heat’ arrives in JanuaryWaise Lee aka Why See Lay - a Cantonese play on words for Wesley perhaps?
Ningen on Before HOPE, there was HOST! Magnolia announces 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for Bong Joon-ho acclaimed sci-fi thrillerIf you can't make the screenings, it's free on YouTube. https://youtu.be/zdNq…
Tory on COMING TO AMERICA? ‘The Big Hit’ star Antonio Sabàto Jr. takes aim in Uwe Boll’s ‘Citizen Vigilante 2’Sabato Jr. 😂 Of course he’s got nothing better to do.
CJ on Don’t Waise yourself…. Arrow’s 4K Ultra HD for the 1988 Waise Lee actioner ‘The Big Heat’ arrives in JanuaryCan someone please tell me how to pronounce this guy;s name. I was always jus…
American Ninja Man on COMING TO AMERICA? ‘The Big Hit’ star Antonio Sabàto Jr. takes aim in Uwe Boll’s ‘Citizen Vigilante 2’As one who has seen other Uwe Bill movies, If you truly think there's somethi…
Ska Martes on For Uwe Boll junkies only! Don’t miss these Limited Edition Blu-ray releases for ‘Citizen Vigilante’, ‘Run’ and ‘First Shift’You are a very angry unhappy person. You should do something about that. You'…
Nancy Lo on For Uwe Boll junkies only! Don’t miss these Limited Edition Blu-ray releases for ‘Citizen Vigilante’, ‘Run’ and ‘First Shift’She is a sell out. She now works for the white man. I really don't need an ap…
Ska Martes on For Uwe Boll junkies only! Don’t miss these Limited Edition Blu-ray releases for ‘Citizen Vigilante’, ‘Run’ and ‘First Shift’I apologise if you took my comment as an insult. Every other comment you make…
Striking Rescue: Nameless Brings Ashton Chen & Andy On Together For New Martial Arts Actioner - M.A.A.C. on Tony Jaa-less sequel to ‘Striking Rescue’ starring Ashton Chen and Andy On is on its way from the original director[…] SOURCE: City on Fire […]
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Nancy Lo on Hungry? Watch a NEW CLIP from ‘Wheels on Meals’ arriving on 4K Ultra HD in November from EurekaIt's not free if you have to buy something. 🤣
Bruce Jensen on X Gon’ Give it to Ya! Jet Li’s ‘Cradle 2 the Grave’ arrives on 4K Ultra HD in JanuaryIf I recall correctly (it's been a long, long time since I watched this movie…
Ska Martes on Owl vs. Bumbo | Blu-ray (88 Films)Watched the 88 films release and it didnt change my opinion of the movie. The…
dakuan on For Uwe Boll junkies only! Don’t miss these Limited Edition Blu-ray releases for ‘Citizen Vigilante’, ‘Run’ and ‘First Shift’if he did, there's no sign of it. half the movie is Armie lecturing someone o…
Ska Martes on X Gon’ Give it to Ya! Jet Li’s ‘Cradle 2 the Grave’ arrives on 4K Ultra HD in JanuaryIf I had to choose one non HK/China production of this period I would go for…
Paul Bramhall on FULLY UNCENSORED! Billy Tang’s Cat III classic ‘Run and Kill’ headed to Blu-ray in January from Treasured FilmsThey’re releasing it on the same day - https://cityonfire.com/red-to-kill-blu…
Typo on Psychic bloodbath Japanese-style! Shozin Fukui’s ‘Rubber’s Lover’ headed to 4K Ultra HD in JanuaryI want one on Betamax, they can keep their ... VHS!
Typo on FULLY UNCENSORED! Billy Tang’s Cat III classic ‘Run and Kill’ headed to Blu-ray in January from Treasured FilmsNope. I'll keep the Fench Blu-Ray. To put out Red to kill would have been a m…
Typo on X Gon’ Give it to Ya! Jet Li’s ‘Cradle 2 the Grave’ arrives on 4K Ultra HD in JanuaryAwesome movie. Really.
Typo on Dust yourself off and try again! Jet Li’s Hollywood lead debut actioner ‘Romeo Must Die’ hits 4K Ultra HD in JanuaryAwesome movie. Really.
Bruce Jensen on X Gon’ Give it to Ya! Jet Li’s ‘Cradle 2 the Grave’ arrives on 4K Ultra HD in JanuaryFor my taste, the only one of Jet Li's Hollywood (or Paris?) produced movies…
Ska Martes on Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung, Yuen Biao and more! Star-studded Hong Kong epic ‘1941’ in the works for a 2027 release?Its actually about the Japanese invasion of HK. But thats right...bukakke and…
Ningen on For Uwe Boll junkies only! Don’t miss these Limited Edition Blu-ray releases for ‘Citizen Vigilante’, ‘Run’ and ‘First Shift’Someone must have been bored by Lady Vengeance, too.
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Category Archives: Martial Arts Titles
Circle of Iron | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Blue Underground)
In early 2026, Blue Underground is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for Circle of Iron, a 1978 mystical martial arts film from director Richard Moore. The disc will be presented with a brand-new 4K restoration from the original camera negative, with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos audio. At the height of his international fame, the legendary Bruce Lee – along with his friend and student James Coburn … Continue reading
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Double Impact | 4K Ultra HD (88 Films)
On February 23, 2026, 88 Films is releasing a Limited Edition Deluxe 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for Double Impact, a 1991 martial arts actioner starring Jean-Claude Van Damme (Death Warrant, Nowhere to Run). Directed by Sheldon Lettich (The Hard Corps), Double Impact also stars Geoffrey Lewis (Any Which Way You Can), Alonna Shaw (The Taking of Beverly Hills) and
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Double Impact | 4K Ultra HD (88 Films)
On February 17, 2026, MVD is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for Double Impact, a 1991 martial arts actioner starring Jean-Claude Van Damme (Death Warrant, Nowhere to Run). Directed by Sheldon Lettich (The Hard Corps), Double Impact also stars Geoffrey Lewis (Any Which Way You Can), Alonna Shaw (The Taking of Beverly Hills) and
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Picture of a Nymph | Blu-ray (88 Films)
In February, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for Picture of a Nymph (aka Painting of a Nymph), a 1988 Hong Kong action-fantasy directed by Wu Ma (Showdown at the Cotton Mill). Starring Yuen Biao (Millennium Dragon) in one of his most tender roles, this visually rich masterpiece of Hong Kong cinema captures the eternal struggle
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The Bronson Lee: Za Karate Collection | Blu-ray (Severin)
On November 28, 2025, Severin will be taking orders for the Limited Edition Blu-ray (Region A) for The Bronson Lee: Za Karate Collection, which will include 1974’s Za Karate, Za Karate 2, 1975’s Za Karate 4, as well as Bronson Lee, Champion (the U.S. dubbed version of Za Karate). Following their international success with Sonny Chiba’s The Street Fighter series, Toei Company signed Japanese American 8th-degree black belt karate and … Continue reading
Crippled Masters | Blu-ray (Severin)
Arriving on Black Friday from Severin Films is an all-new Blu-ray (Region A/B/C) for The Crippled Masters (not to be confused with 1978’s Crippled Avengers), a 1979 martial arts/exploitation film from director Joe Law (The Lost Secrets of Kung Fu). The Crippled Masters features two genuinely handicapped martial artists: Shun Chung-Chuen (Two Crippled Heroes) and Thomas Hong
The Delightful Forest | Blu-ray (88 Films)
On January 26, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for The Delightful Forest, a 1972 Shaw Brothers classic from Chang Cheh (Shaolin Martial Arts) and co-director Pao Hsueh-li (The Eight Escorts). A ferocious Shaw Brothers tale of honor, vengeance, and explosive retribution. Brimming with Chang Cheh’s trademark intensity, Ni Kuang’s sharp
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Secret Service of the Imperial Court | Blu-ray (88 Films)
On January 26, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for Secret Service of the Imperial Court, a 1984 Shaw Brothers classic from director Tony Lou Chun-Ku (The Holy Virgin Versus the Evil Dead, Holy Flame of the Martial World). During the Ming Dynasty, the Emperor’s elite Chin Yi Secret Service was created to crush rebellion — but under the corrupt rule of Eunuch Wang Chun (Lau Wing), … Continue reading
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She Shoots Straight | Blu-ray (88 Films)
On February 24, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the U.S. Blu-ray (Region A) for She Shoots Straight (aka Lethal Lady) – a 1989 Hong Kong action film directed by Corey Yuen (Raging Thunder, Righting Wrongs) that stars Joyce Godenzi (License to Steal) and Carina Lau (Rich and Famous). Joyce Godenzi stars in this violent action classic about a newlywed police officer who battles a Vietnamese gang whilst also trying to … Continue reading
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Force: Five | Blu-ray (MVD)
On February 24, 2026, MVD is releasing a Blu-ray (Region A) for 1981’s Force: Five, a martial arts cult classic directed by Robert Clouse (Enter the Dragon, Game of Death, The Big Brawl). A powerful and dangerous cult, hidden on a remote island fortress, has brainwashed the daughter of a U.S. senator. With local authorities powerless and time running out, the government turns to a highly specialized team of martial arts
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King of Beggars | Blu-ray (Eureka)
On January 26, 2026, Eureka is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for King of Beggars, a 1992 Hong Kong comedy from Stephen Chow (The Mermaid, Kung Fu Hustle, King of Comedy). At the dawn of the 1990s, following a decade in which Hong Kong martial arts cinema was dominated by Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung, a new superstar
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Blood of Revenge | Blu-ray (Radiance)
On January 26, 2026, Radiance Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for 1965’s Blood of Revenge. Director Tai Kato’s (I, the Executioner) first yakuza film is a feast for the eyes, with bold set design, vivid colours and daring shot compositions bringing to life a timeless
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Knock Off | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (MVD)
On February 17, 2026, MVD is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for Knock Off, a 1998 actioner from Hong Kong director Tsui Hark (Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants, Once Upon a Time in China V). Jean-Claude Van Damme plays Marcus Ray, a Hong Kong fashion designer who uncovers a deadly conspiracy involving explosive micro-bombs hidden
Men from the Gutter | Blu-ray (Vinegar Syndrome)
Later this month, Vinegar Syndrome is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A) for Men from the Gutter, a 1982 Hong Kong Shaw Brothers classic from director Ngai Choi Lam (Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky). Read the official details below: On the grimy streets of working-class Hong Kong, some merely scheme to get out, and someone has returned to exact savage vengeance. After a cop is killed in cold blood, detectives Qui … Continue reading
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Hong Kong New Wave Essentials | Blu-ray (Shout)
On December 16, 2025, Shout is releasing the Hong Kong New Wave Essentials collection (Hong Kong Cinema Classics Spine #22-24), which will include 1988’s Painted Faces, 1990’s The Story of My Son, and 1985’s Women. Celebrate the Hong Kong New Wave cinema movement with this special collection. Embracing both Western and Eastern filmmaking techniques and led by a new generation of young directors, the New Wave transcended genre to further … Continue reading






























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