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Category Archives: DVD/Blu-ray New Releases
Project A Blu-ray (Miramax Echo Bridge)
RELEASE DATE: July 17, 2012 Miramax Echo Bridge presents the Blu-ray for 1983’s Project A. Jackie Chan plays a coast guard officer who battles a ruthless syndicate for control of the dangerous waters. Also starring Yuen Biao and Sammo Hung. Keep in mind that this is the English-dubbed U.S. version, which has been slightly cut from its original Hong Kong release. Check out the trailer.
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Facts of Murder DVD (Mya Communication)
RELEASE DATE: July 31, 2012 Mya Communication presents the DVD for the 1959 Italian film, Facts of Murder. A thief sneaks into an apartment and steals a fortune in jewelry. Inspector Ingravallo (Pietro Germi) starts to question the neighbors, but he immediately has a fishy feeling. Pietro Germi’s Facts of Murder is known for its quick cuts, flawless acting and tight script. Also starring Once Upon A Time In The West’s … Continue reading
Ilsa: The Wicked Warden DVD (Cheezy)
RELEASE DATE: May 22, 2012 Cheezy presents the DVD for 1977’s Ilsa: The Wicked Warden. Ilsa, now a vicious warden, runs a mental-hospital for young women. A girl deliberately “checks” in to the hospital to find out what has happened to her sister who stayed there. Meanwhile Ilsa and one of the guards are forcing the inmates to have sex with male prisoners, filming them and selling it as pornoflicks.
Total Recall: Mind-Bending Edition Blu-ray (Lionsgate)
RELEASE DATE: July 31, 2012 Lionsgate presents the Blu-ray for the new Total Recall: Mind-Bending Edition. Features includes: New Director supervised 1080P HD transfer from original negative, Interview with Director Paul Verhoeven, Special Effects of Total Recall, Commentary by Arnold Schwarzenegger & Director Paul Verhoeven, “Making Of ,” “Imagining Total Recall” documentary, Photo Gallery and Trailer!
Death Watch Blu-ray & DVD (Shout! Factory)
RELEASE DATE: August 28, 2012 Shout! Factory presents the DVD & Blu-ray for 1980’s Death Watch, an obscure science fiction flick that involves a man who secretly films footage of a terminally ill woman (with a video camera that has been implanted in his brain) for a popular TV series called Death Watch. This prophetic gem stars Harvey Keitel, Romy Schneider, Harry Dean Stanton and Max von Sydow.
Ilsa: Harem Keeper of the Oil Sheiks DVD (Cheezy)
RELEASE DATE: June 19, 2012 Cheezy presents the DVD for 1976’s Ilsa: Harem Keeper of the Oil Sheiks. Dyanne Thorne returns as Ilsa! This time, Ilsa and her lethal lesbian guards run the most sadistic slavery ring in the Middle East. But when an American diplomat threatens to expose the perverse secrets of Ilsa’s domain, she ignites a holy war of sexual violence and savage revolt! Also starring No Retreat, No … Continue reading
The Last Samurai (1974) DVD (Neptune Media)
RELEASE DATE: June 26, 2012 Neptune Media presents the DVD for The Last Samurai, by Kenji Misumi, the director of Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman and the Lone Wolf and Cub films (aka Shogun Assassin). This 1974 classic features dazzling swordfights, elaborate battle sequences and a stirring score from internationally renowned composer Akira Ifukube (Godzilla series). Check out the trailer.
The Great Killing DVD (Animeigo)
RELEASE DATE: July 3, 2012 Animeigo presents the DVD for The Great Killing (aka The Great Duel). This 1964 samurai classic is about a group of revolutionaries who plan to ambush and assassinate a chancelor in an attempt to keep a corrupt, power-hungry minister from taking control of the Shogunate. Yes, it sounds very similar to The 13 Assassins (also directed by Eiichi Kudo’s), which isn’t a bad thing.
Zoom In: Sex Apartments DVD (Impulse Pictures)
RELEASE DATE: July 10, 2012 Impulse Pictures presents the DVD for Zoom In: Sex Apartments. This 1970’s Nikkatsu oddity combines genres to bring you a one-of-a-kind film about a sadistic killer who literally lights up the loins of his victims! The elaborately-orchestrated rapes and murders (set to a booming bass-heavy soundtrack) are an unmistakably deliberate homage to the giallo films of Italian master director, Dario Argento.
True Story of a Woman in Jail: Continues DVD (Impulse Pictures)
RELEASE DATE: July 10, 2012 Impulse Pictures presents the DVD for True Story of a Woman in Jail: Continues. In this sequel to True Story of a Woman in Jail: Sex Hell, Mayumi (from the first DVD) emerges from solitary confinement to find an all-new gang of bullies! Bath house attacks, lesbian sex scenes, rapist guards, violent abortions and even a transgender inmate add to the exploitation fun!
Lone Wolf McQuade Blu-ray (MGM)
RELEASE DATE: July 17, 2012 MGM presents the Blu-ray for 1983’s Lone Wolf McQuade, directed by The Arena’s Steve Carver. Think an edgier Walker, Texas Ranger with a clash of Spaghetti western (its memorable soundtrack was done by Italian composer Francesco De Masi). Also starring David Carradine’s gargoyle sweater and Barbara Carrera. Check out the trailer.
Mercenary for Justice Blu-ray (20th Century Fox)
RELEASE DATE: July 10, 2012 20th Century Fox presents the Blu-ray for Mercenary for Justice, directed by Don E. FauntLeRoy, who also teamed up with Steven Seagal in Today You Die and Urban Justice. Seagal plays John Seeger, a mercenary who gets involved in a mission that threatens the lives of his kin. Check out the trailer.
Posted in DVD/Blu-ray New Releases, Martial Arts Titles
The Hidden Blade Blu-ray (Palisades Tartan)
RELEASE DATE: June 19, 2012 Palisades Tartan presents Yoji Yamada’s The Hidden Blade on Blu-ray. Like Yamada’s last film, The Twilight Samurai, it’s based on a short story by Shuhei Fujisawa. Starring Masatoshi Nagase, Takako Matsu and Yukiyoshi Ozawa. It is currently available on DVD. Check out the trailer.
Cradle 2 the Grave Blu-ray (Warner)
RELEASE DATE: August 14, 2012 First time on Blu-ray! Warner presents 2003’s Cradle 2 the Grave (aka Black Diamond), starring Jet Li, DMX and Mark Dacascos. Directed by Romeo Must Die’s Andrzej Bartkowiak, Cradle 2 the Grave has Jet Li and DMX teaming up to rescue a jewel thief’s daughter. Check out the trailer.
Romeo Must Die Blu-ray (Warner)
RELEASE DATE: August 14, 2012 First time on Blu-ray! Warner presents 2000′s Romeo Must Die, starring Jet Li, Aaliyah, Delroy Lindo and Russell Wong. Directed by Cradle 2 the Grave’s Andrzej Bartkowiak, Romeo Must Die has Jet Li seeking out his brother’s killer; in the process, he falls for you-know-who (hint: not Delroy Lindo). Check out the trailer.















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