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Anonymous on Bren Foster is a BEAST in the New Trailer for ‘Beast’ starring Daniel MacPherson, Russell Crowe and Luke HemsworthLol they didn't even credit Bren Foster on the poster or the trailer. Washed…
Tory on That’s why they call this thing bloodsport, kid! ‘Black Panther’ actress to write and direct A24’s ‘Bloodsport’ remakeCoel is certainly a left field choice! But I’ve heard nothing but good things…
Typo on More CG animal mayhem? Jackie Chan set for ‘Pawfect Agents’ and has joined the in-development film ‘Retired Cop’"The project draws inspiration from action spectacles that blend live-action…
Michael Jai White Joins Paper Made, Teaming With Taimak for a Culture-Driven Martial Arts Actioner - M.A.A.C. on Always bet on WHITE! Martial arts star Michael Jai White joins Taimak in the upcoming martial arts thriller ‘Paper Made’[…] City On Fire, […]
Andy Wozniak on More CG animal mayhem? Jackie Chan set for ‘Pawfect Agents’ and has joined the in-development film ‘Retired Cop’NO!
Bruce Jensen on Who wants food? Eureka announces 4K Ultra HD for ‘Wheels on Meals’ starring Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung and Yuen BiaoThat will be tempting, probably my favorite movie starring Jackie, Sammo…
Ningen on More CG animal mayhem? Jackie Chan set for ‘Pawfect Agents’ and has joined the in-development film ‘Retired Cop’The first one is no relation to Paw Patrol, I take it?
Paul Taggart on The Forbidden City (2025) ReviewPlenty of those from the 70s and 80s
Paul Taggart on Mexicali (2026) ReviewOh look its mr lame-oh again
Tory on Mexicali (2026) ReviewWhat site do you write at, man? I’m always looking for new film sites and ide…
dakuan on The Forbidden City (2025) Reviewno such thing as an all action film in Italy.
Anonymous on Mexicali (2026) ReviewSounds like typical DTV crap. You can't polish a turd🤣
Andrew Hernandez on The Forbidden City (2025) ReviewIt’s pretty shameful of the distributors and others to put out a trailer that…
Andrew Hernandez on Mexicali (2026) ReviewI really enjoyed the action scenes and Foster had good chemistry with Raymond…
Paul Bramhall on The Forbidden City (2025) Review& thanks for the catch Henrik! We've updated the review to reflect the correc…
Henrik Rytter on The Forbidden City (2025) ReviewGabriele Mainetti’s first film was the excellent Lo chiamavano Jeeg Robot/The…
Andrew Hernandez on Life After Fighting (2024) ReviewAwesome! I remember when he said he didn’t want to do the sequel right away,…
Guest777 on Life After Fighting (2024) ReviewAccording to Bren Foster, a sequel to Life After Fighting is coming! The stor…
Typo on King’s Warden, The (2026) Review12 M tickets sold. 14 M = almost sure. After that...
Typo on War of the Arrows (2011) Review7,5/10
Muhammad Faisal on Timu(r) Genghis Khan? Don’t miss the Trailer for Well Go USA’s ‘Rise of the Conqueror’ arriving to Digital on April 14thHe looks a Persian here, not a Turko Mongol.
Ningen on Protect Ya Neck! Watch the New Trailer for RZA’s Quentin Tarantino-backed thriller ‘One Spoon Of Chocolate’Opening shot makes me think of Attack the Gas Station.
Andrew Hernandez on Martial arts screen icon Cynthia Rothrock and Tatiana Neva go nuclear in the New Trailer for ‘Prey of Wrath’This Tatiana Neva seems like a good martial artist as demonstrated in her onl…
JJ Bona on A female RAID? Livi Ciananta tears through gangsters in the New Trailer for the Iko Uwais-produced ‘Ikatan Darah’The Shadow Strays was pretty solid. Better than anything Hollywood as produce…
Vernardo Lau on A female RAID? Livi Ciananta tears through gangsters in the New Trailer for the Iko Uwais-produced ‘Ikatan Darah’Ugh actually, Indonesia are lacking of action movies since they mostly domina…
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Live Like a Cop Die Like a Man DVD (Raro)
RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2011 Fred and Tony are members of an elite ‘special squad’ of police in Rome, Italy whom are licensed-to-kill, undercover cops whom thrive on living dangerously. Check out the trailer. Read cityonfire.com’s review here.
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Caliber 9 DVD (Raro)
RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2011 Caliber 9’s stylized violence, fast-paced action sequences, tight editing and plot twists prefigure the work of Quentin Tarantino and John Woo. The film also features a notable score by Luis Bacalov and the stunning Barbara Bouchet as Ugo’s go-go dancing girlfriend. Check out the trailer.
The Boss aka Wipeout!, Murder Inferno DVD (Raro)
RELEASE DATE: June 28, 2011 Based largely on real people and actual events, Fernando Di Leo’s action-packed film – the final part of his Milieu Trilogy – is his boldest commentary on corruption and the criminal underworld. Starring Henry Sylva, Richard Conte, Gianni Garko, and Antonia Santilli. Check out the trailer.
Super Blu-ray/DVD (IFC)
RELEASE DATE: August 9, 2011 After his wife falls under the influence of a drug dealer, an everyday guy transforms himself into Crimson Bolt (Rainn Wilson), a superhero with the best intentions, though he lacks for heroic skills. Directed by James Gunn (Slither). Also starring Ellen Page, Liv Tyler, Kevin Bacon and Michael Rooker. Read review. Check out the trailer.
United 93 Blu-ray (Universal)
RELEASE DATE: September 6, 2011 A real time account of the events on United Flight 93, one of the planes hijacked on 9/11 that crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania when passengers foiled the terrorist plot. No punches are pulled, no Nicolas Cage. Highly recommended! Check out the trailer.
Giant Robot Action Pack: Crash and Burn/Robot Wars DVD (Shout!)
RELEASE DATE: June 14, 2011 Are Michael Bay’s Transformer movies too flashy (or lame) for you? Sick of CG? Yet, you still want some old school, giant robot goodness? Shout! Factory has the perfect double feature for you: Crash and Burn (1990) and Robot Wars (1993). Also provided a link for Robot Jox (1990) if you’re really serious! Trailers: Crash and Burn | Robot Wars | Robot Jox
Action-Packed Double Feature: Gordon’s War/Off Limits DVD (Shout!)
RELEASE DATE: June 14, 2011 Shout! Factory is at it again with another set of exploitational madness. Gordon’s War: Gordon (Paul Winfield, The Terminator) spent four years in Vietnam as a Green Beret fighting someone else’s battle… now he’s come back home to fight his own. Also starring Carl Lee (Superfly), Tony King (Bucktown) and singer Grace Jones (A View To A Kill). Directed by Ossie Davis (Cotton Comes To … Continue reading
Tactical Force Blu-ray/DVD (Vivendi)
RELEASE DATE: August 9, 2011 A training exercise for the LAPD SWAT Team goes terribly wrong when they find themselves pitted against two rival gangs while trapped in an abandoned Hangar, armed with nothing but blanks. Starring Steve Austin and Michael Jai White. Whether this movie ends up sucking or not, at least Black Dynamite is in it! Read our review for Tactical Force here.
Blade/Ring of Death aka Detective Belli DVD (Navarre)
RELEASE DATE: August 23, 2011 Navarre presents an exploitation cinema double feature! “Blade” stars John Marley (“The Godfather”) about a homicide detective goes after a woman-hating serial killer, who uses knives to murder his victims. Also included is Italian film “Ring of Death” (aka “Detective Belli”) starring Franco Nero (“Django”, “Enter the Ninja”) as a hard-boiled detective who does whatever it takes to solve a murder case.
The Big Lebowski: Limited Edition Digibook Blu-ray (Universal)
RELEASE DATE: August 16, 2011 The Big Lebowski is a 1998 comedy film written and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. Jeff Bridges stars as Jeff Lebowski, an unemployed Los Angeles slacker and avid bowler, who is referred to (and also refers to himself) as “The Dude”. After a case of mistaken identity, The Dude is introduced to a millionaire also named Jeffrey Lebowski. When the millionaire Lebowski’s trophy wife … Continue reading
Troll Hunter aka Trollhunter/Trolljegeren Blu-ray/DVD (Magnolia)
RELEASE DATE: August 23, 2011 The Troll Hunter is a 2010 Norwegian horror-thriller film, made in the form of a mockumentary. It is written and directed by André Øvredal, and features a mixed cast of relatively unknown actors and well-known Norwegian comedians, including Otto Jespersen. The Troll Hunter received positive reviews from Norwegian critics. Check out the trailer here.
The Stunt Man Blu-ray (Severin Films)
RELEASE DATE: June 7, 2011 The Stunt Man is a 1980 film directed by Richard Rush, starring Peter O’Toole, Steve Railsback, and Barbara Hershey. It tells the story of a young fugitive who hides as a stunt double on the set of an anti-war movie whose charismatic director will do seemingly anything for the sake of his art. Influential critic Pauline Kael considered it “a virtuoso piece of kinetic moviemaking” … Continue reading
The Godfather Part I/Part II Blu-ray (Paramount)
RELEASE DATE: August 2, 2011 Contains both The Godfather (1972) and it’s sequel (1974). The Godfather story chronicles the fictional Italian American Corleone crime family. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, and starring Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Richard S. Castellano, Robert Duvall, Sterling Hayden, John Marley, Richard Conte, Diane Keaton, John Cazale, Talia Shire, Al Martino, Abe Vigoda and many more. Trailers: Part I | Part II | Part … Continue reading
The Last Godfather aka The Dumb Mafia DVD (Lionsgate)
RELEASE DATE: August 9, 2011 This Korean/American co-production was written, directed by and starring Korean comedian/celebrity Hyung-Rae Shim. Mob boss Don Carini (Harvey Keitel) is retiring from the Mafia business – but when he gathers the family to announce his heir, the Don surprises everyone by anointing his goofy adopted son Young-gu (Hyung-Rae Shim) as the next godfather. Check out the trailer here.
Cul-de-sac Blu-ray/DVD (Criterion)
RELEASE DATE: August 16, 2011 Roman Polanski orchestrates a mental ménage à trois in this slyly absurd tale of paranoia from the director’s golden 1960s period. Donald Pleasance and Françoise Dorléac star as a withdrawn couple whose isolated house is infiltrated by a rude, burly American gangster on the run, played by Lionel Stander. The three engage in a game of shifting identities and sexual and emotional humiliations. Cul-de-sac is … Continue reading










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