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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
The Warring States aka Jin Gok DVD (New Video Group)
RELEASE DATE: November 15, 2011 The Warring States is a 2011 Chinese film directed by Chen Jin. The story takes place during the Warring States Period, but is only very loosely based on the actual history. The plot focuses on the rivalry between military generals Pang Juan and Sun Bin, both disciples of Guiguzi. Starring Sun Honglei, Jing Tian, Francis Ng, Kim Hee-sun, Kiichi Nakai and Jiang Wu. Check out … Continue reading
Posted in Asian Titles, DVD/Blu-ray New Releases, Martial Arts Titles
3 Musketeers Blu-ray/DVD (Asylum)
RELEASE DATE: Oct 25, 2011 Not to be confused with the candy bar (or the 2011 Paul W.S. Anderson flick)… Alexandra D’Artagnan, junior NSA officer, uncovers a plot to assasinate the President of the United States and enlists the help of three infamous international spies to stop the threat. Directed by Cole McKay (Special Ops: Delta Force) and starring Heather Hemmens, XIN (Xin Sarith Wuku), Alan Rachins, Keith Allan, Michelle … Continue reading
Assassins’ Code aka Serpent Rising DVD (Screen Media)
RELEASE DATE: October 18, 2011 A corporate assassination forces opportunistic double agents from three nations to fight to retrieve a high-tech computer disk containing schematics for a deadly weapon. Starring Julian Lee (My Samurai), Min-su Choi (Libera me), John Savage (The Deer Hunter), Martin Kove (The Karate Kid), Christopher Atkins (The Blue Lagoon), and Kirk Baltz (Reservoir Dogs). Check out the trailer here.
Posted in DVD/Blu-ray New Releases, Martial Arts Titles
Sucker Punch DVD (Lionsgate)
RELEASE DATE: October 4, 2011 Expecting a different movie? An enigmatic bare-knuckle fighter teams up with a small-time con man who is a low-life fringe player in the seedy underworld, managing and betting on backstreet fighters in illegal fights. Directed by Malcolm Martin and starring Tom Hardy, Tamer Hassan and Antonio Fargas. Check out the trailer here.
Never Back Down 2: The Beatdown DVD (Sony)
RELEASE DATE: September 13, 2011 Never Back Down 2: The Beatdown hits Unrated DVD September 13th from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Starring America’s number one martial arts action star Michael Jai White (Black Dynamite, Blood and Bone) in his directorial debut! Read our review and check out the trailer.
Posted in DVD/Blu-ray New Releases, Martial Arts Titles
Lethal Ladies DVD Collection: Firecracker, TNT Jackson, Too Hot to Handle (Shout!)
RELEASE DATE: October 25, 2011 Shout! keeps ’em coming with another chapter in the Roger Corman’s Cult Classics Collection. This time it’s the sexy Lethal Ladies DVD Collection, which contains Firecracker, TNT Jackson & Too Hot to Handle. A great mix of exploitation with a Filipino twist! Trailers/Clips: TNT Jackson | Too Hot to Handle (Scene: Warning – contains nudity!)
Kuroneko Blu-ray/DVD (Criterion)
RELEASE DATE: October 18, 2011 In this poetic and atmospheric horror fable, set in a village in war-torn medieval Japan, a malevolent spirit has been ripping out the throats of itinerant samurai. When a military hero is sent to dispatch the unseen force, he finds that he must struggle with his own personal demons as well. From Kaneto Shindo, director of the terror classic Onibaba, Kuroneko (Black Cat) is a … Continue reading
Harakiri Blu-ray (Criterion)
RELEASE DATE: October 4, 2011 Following the collapse of his clan, an unemployed samurai (Tatsuya Nakadai) arrives at the manor of Lord Iyi, begging to be allowed to commit ritual suicide on the property. Iyi’s clansmen, believing the desperate ronin is merely angling for a new position, try to force his hand and get him to eviscerate himself—but they have underestimated his beliefs and his personal brand of honor. Winner … Continue reading
Jean-Claude Van Damme Triple Feature: Death Warrant/Double Impact/Cyborg DVD (Image)
RELEASE DATE: October 11, 2011 Action-packed triple-feature starring martial arts fighting superstar Jean-Claude Van Damme! Films include: Death Warrant, Double Impact and Cyborg. I don’t know about you guys, but I LOVE Van Damme, goddammit! Trailers: Death Warrant | Double Impact | Cyborg
Paper Dragons/Nevada Heat/Las Vegas Warrior/3-Way Split DVD (Seedsman Group)
RELEASE DATE: September 6, 2011 Some of the most low budget stuff you’ll ever see! But these films feature Jeremy Renner (“The Hurt Locker”), Victor Wong (“Big Trouble in Little China”), Ernie Reyes Jr. (“The Last Dragon”) and Telly Savalas (“Kojak”). Trailers: Paper Dragons | Las Vegas Warrior | Nevada Heat
Order of One: Kung Fu Killing Spree DVD (Chemical Burn)
RELEASE DATE: September 20, 2011 Ultra low budget martial arts/exploitation! Sonny, an escaped convict, and his unwilling cohort Ross Conroy, stand in the way of the city’s crime lord – Mr. Park and his desire to possess the ultimate Talisman: The Sword of Destiny. Check out the trailer here.
Chuck Norris DVD Set: Delta Force, Delta Force 2, Missing in Action, Missing in Action 2, Missing in Action 3 (Image)
RELEASE DATE: October 11, 2011 This new 5-feature DVD set includes: Delta Force 1 and 2, and Missing in Action 1, 2 and 3. The original Delta Force is very underrated and features a fine performance by Robert Forster! Trailers: Delta Force | Delta Force 2 | Missing in Action | Missing in Action 2 | Missing in Action 3
Double Feature: The Delta Force/The Delta Force 2 DVD (Image)
RELEASE DATE: October 11, 2011 The Delta Force: An elite team of commandos led by Major Macoy (Chuck Norris) are called to eliminate Lebanese hijackers and rescue the hostages; and Delta Force 2: When DEA agents are taken captive by a ruthless South American kingpin, the Delta Force is reunited to rescue them. Trailers: Delta Force | Delta Force 2
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.
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










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