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Kiril Valkov on You know, like Caine in ‘Kung Fu’? Martial arts star Donnie Yen to star and direct untitled ‘John Wick’ spin-offPersonally I find Donnie's directing uneven - Legend of the wolf was a mess,…
Killer Meteor on STOP… Hammer time! 4K Ultra HD Limited Edition for the Hammer Film/Shaw Brothers classic ‘Shatter’ arriving in MayHammer doesn't own that many of their own films - most are owned by whichever…
Nick on Feeling triggered? Future pressings of the ‘Bruceploitation Collection Vol. 1’ have you covered!This is the one that gets me today, this?! 😭
Bruce Jensen on STOP… Hammer time! 4K Ultra HD Limited Edition for the Hammer Film/Shaw Brothers classic ‘Shatter’ arriving in MayWhy? Giving Shatter this kind of 4K special treatment makes about as much sen…
Bruce Jensen on Feeling triggered? Future pressings of the ‘Bruceploitation Collection Vol. 1’ have you covered!April Fool! You guys had me going there for a second! Sadly, in the world we'…
Ningen on Karate and Kung Fu collide in the New Trailer for Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio’s upcoming ‘Karate Kid’ movieAm I the only one who thinks it's more of the same that you saw in the first…
Laurine White on ‘Passenger 57’, move over! Andy Lau’s hijack thriller ‘High Forces’ is getting a U.S. release from China LionHigh Forces has been released on Blu-ray in the US - 25 March 2025 - by Bayvi…
Bruce Jensen on Richard Norton, ‘Gymkata’ and ‘City Hunter’ actor, martial artist, trainer and stunt performer, dies at 75Such a shocking loss to the martial arts & film worlds, Mr. Norton may ne…
Andrew Hernandez on Richard Norton, ‘Gymkata’ and ‘City Hunter’ actor, martial artist, trainer and stunt performer, dies at 75My favorites with him are Twinkle Twinkle, and Magic Crystal. It’s interestin…
Andrew Hernandez on It’s the FINAL Trailer for the Sly-penned Jason Statham actioner ‘A Working Man’ from director David AyerI watched A Working Man, and it scratched itch for me. The action is cool, bu…
Ningen on Richard Norton, ‘Gymkata’ and ‘City Hunter’ actor, martial artist, trainer and stunt performer, dies at 75Also, the other Richard, Chamberlain, from the original Shogun, passed away r…
Tony G on Looking for some spear-slicing action? Donnie Yen’s ‘The Lost Bladesman’ arrives on Blu-ray from ImprintVery underrated Donnie Yen gem. The movie, along with Sakra, has arguably the…
NEX Reality on Wild, The (2023) ReviewThis review does a great job of breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of…
Andrew Hernandez on Magic Crystal | Blu-ray (88 Films)I just found out that the great Richard Norton died. He may not have been “A…
Typo on Don’t fight what you can’t see! Arrow announces Blu-ray for Yoshiyuki Kuroda’s 1970 actioner ‘The Invisible Swordsman’Dear Arrow... Let "old" Asian cinema to 88 Films, Eureka, BFI n' Co.
Typo on It’s time to add some Fat to your collection! Eureka announces Blu-ray for Po-Chih Leong’s 1984 classic ‘Hong Kong 1941’Now that's a good HK title! I usually don't like new covers (specially the ar…
Typo on Looking for some spear-slicing action? Donnie Yen’s ‘The Lost Bladesman’ arrives on Blu-ray from ImprintNot a horrible movie, but far from a good/pretty good/great Donnie Yen flick.…
Typo on The Joffrey Ballet meets John Wick!? Watch the Newest Trailer for Len Wiseman’s ‘Ballerina’ starring Ana de Armas"If this is a success, it’ll speed up Donnie Yen’s solo Caine film!" Couldn't…
Killer Meteor on Leopard Fist Ninja (1982) ReviewYeah, the little girl turning into the hero certainly threw me too.
Killer Meteor on War of the God Monsters | aka The Flying Monster (1985) ReviewFine by me, and I will do Yongary, Monster from the Deep!
Andrew Hernandez on Kung Fu Rookie (2023) ReviewInteresting observations. I kind of figured this would be like a YouTube movi…
Typo on ‘Ballerina’ with a senior discount! Watch the Trailer for ‘The Old Woman with the Knife’ from ‘Memento Mori’ filmmakerDon't know about the action scenes, but the poster is beautiful AND original…
Aerosniff Someglue on The Joffrey Ballet meets John Wick!? Watch the Newest Trailer for Len Wiseman’s ‘Ballerina’ starring Ana de ArmasWhy the f... are you here? Oh, it's good to know that China ain't the cradle…
Killer Meteor on Daredevils | aka Magnificent Acrobats (1979) Review"As a closing note, I’d like to mention that this movie has the strangest mus…
Paul Bramhall on Kung Fu Rookie (2023) Review& just like that, Z Ravas reappeared after 5 years in the wilderness, the sam…
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Category Archives: Martial Arts Titles
Magic Crystal | Blu-ray (88 Films)
RELEASE DATE: October 23, 2023 On October 23, 2023, 88 Films is releasing a Blu-ray (Region B) for Magic Crystal, a 1986 Hong Kong action directed by Wong Jing (City Hunter) that stars Andy Lau (Rich and Famous) and Cynthia Rothrock (Righting Wrongs). In Magic Crystal, Cynthia Rothrock and Andy Lau are interpol agents looking for a mysterious crystal that holds good and evil powers. The film also stars Sharla Cheung … Continue reading
Twin Dragons | Blu-ray (88 Films)
RELEASE DATE: September 18, 2023 On September 18, 2023, 88 Films is releasing a Deluxe Blu-ray (Region B) for Twin Dragons, a 1992 Jackie Chan film (playing dual roles) that’s directed by not one, but two Hong Kong legends: Ringo Lam (Prison on Fire) and Tsui Hark (Taking of Tiger Mountain). Action star Jackie Chan stars opposite knockabout comedy sensation Jackie Chan in this story about identical twins separated in … Continue reading
Ti Lung & David Chiang Shaw Bothers Collection | Blu-ray (Shout!)
RELEASE DATE: November 28, 2023 On November 28, 2023, Shout! Factory will be releasing the Ti Lung & David Chiang Shaw Bothers Collection, a 12-film Blu-ray (Region A) collection that will include: Have Sword, Will Travel (1969), The Heroic Ones (1970), Vengeance! (1970), The Anonymous Heroes (1971), The Deadly Duo (1971), Duel of Fists (1971), The Duel (1971), The Angry Guest (1972), All Men Are Brothers (1973), The Blood Brothers (1973), … Continue reading
Shaw Bothers Classics: Volume 3 | Blu-ray (Shout!)
RELEASE DATE: October 24, 2023 In October 24, 2023, Shout! Factory will be releasing Shaw Bothers Classic: Volume 3, an 11-film Blu-ray (Region A) collection that will include: Killer Clans (1976), The Shaolin Avengers (1976), The Web of Death (1976), Death Duel (1977), Soul of the Sword (1977), The Vengeful Beauty (1978), Life Gamble (1979), The Deadly Breaking Sword (1979), Shaolin Abbot (1979), Shaolin Rescuers (1979) and Clan of the White Lotus (1980). Official details: This spectacular box set comprises 11 … Continue reading
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
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
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
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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