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Andy On, Eric Tsang, Ray Lui and Collin Chou lead ‘Dragon and Tiger Struggle’ from ‘New Option’ director Gary Mak Wing Lun

"Dragon and Tiger Struggle" Teaser Poster

Director Gary Mak Wing Lun – who is perhaps best known for helming 2002’s New Option and 2013’s SDU: Sex Duties Unit, as well as his “assistant director” work for high profile films like 1997’s Full Alert, 1998’s Beast Cops and 2013’s The Grandmaster – is working on an ensemble martial arts film titled Dragon and Tiger Struggle. The film’s all-star cast includes Andy On (Kung Fu League, Undercover Punch and Gun), Eric … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Rage of Honor | Blu-ray | Only $9.99 – Expires soon!

Rage of Honor | Blu-ray (Arrow Video)

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for 1987’s Rage of Honor (read our review), directed by Gordon Hessler (Pray for Death) and starring Sho Kosugi (Ninja III: The Domination). Federal agent Shiro Tanaka (Kosugi) used to live for his job – now, he lives only for revenge. When his partner is killed during a bungled drug bust, Shiro throws away his badge and the rule book with it: arming himself with … Continue reading

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Here’s what’s streaming on Hi-YAH! for the month of October!

Hi-YAH!, Well Go USA’s very own Asian/martial arts streaming channel has just announced their New Release line up for the month of October, which includes a New film added to Hi-YAH! every Friday! Some of the highlights include Hong Kong classics from Andy Lau, Ringo Lam, Karl Maka, Maggie Cheung and Sammo Hung. Read for the full list

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‘Unity of Heroes’ helmer Lin Zhen-Hao strikes back with ‘The Tai Chi Master’ starring Wu Yue and Ada Liu

Lin Zhen-Hao, the filmmaker behind Vincent Chiu Man Chuk’s Unity of Heroes, is back with The Tai Chi Master, an upcoming martial arts epic starring Wu Yue (Paradox, Ip Man 4: The Finale, The Brink) and Ada Liu (Master Z: The Ip Man Legacy, The Thousand Faces of Dunjia). The Tai Chi Master may or may not have something to do with Yuen Woo Ping’s 1993 Jet Li/Michelle Yeoh film of … Continue reading

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Watch the New Trailer ‘Jiu-Jitsu’ starring Tony Jaa, Frank Grillo, JuJu Chan, Alain Moussi and Marrese Crump

Alain Moussi (Kill Order, Street Fighter: Resurrection), the rising action star from Kickboxer: Vengeance and Kickboxer: Retaliation, is re-teaming with his Kickboxer: Vengeance filmmaker Dimitri Logothetis for Jiu-Jitsu, which releases on November 20, 2020. This upcoming sci-fi martial arts film (read our review) features an all-star cast that includes Nicolas Cage (Outcast, Face/Off), Frank Grillo (Beyond Skyline), Tony Jaa (Triple Threat), JuJu Chan (The Empty Hands), Rick Yune (The Man with the Iron Fists), Marrese Crump (Tom Yum Goong … Continue reading

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Beast Clawing At Straws | Blu-ray (Artsploitation)

Beast Clawing At Straws | Blu-ray (Artsploitation)

RELEASE DATE: December 15, 2020 On December 15, 2020, Artsploitation is releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Kim Young-Hoon’s Beast Clawing At Straws (aka Beasts that Cling to the Straw), a 2020 thriller starring Bae Sung-Woo (Metamorphosis), Jung Woo-Sung (Asura City of Madness), Jeon Do-Yeon (Memories of the Sword), Shin Hyun-Bin (Confidential Assignment) and Jung Ga-Ram (Believer). A Luis Vuitton bag stuffed full of cash sends a group of hard-luck lowlifes … Continue reading

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Once Upon a Time in China IV (1993) Review

"Once Upon a Time in China IV" Chinese Theatrical Poster

Director: Yuen Bun Producer: Ng See Yuen, Tsui Hark Cast: Vincent Chiu Man Chuk, Jean Wong Ching Ying, Hung Yan Yan, Max Mok Siu Chung, Lau Shun, Billy Chow, Chin Kar Lok, Elaine Lui Siu Ling, Louis Roth Running Time: 101 min. By Paul Bramhall Hot on the heels of Once Upon a Time in China III, otherwise known as “the one with all the lion dancing”, director Tsui Hark felt … Continue reading

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James Bond’s connection with Asian and Martial Arts Cinema

Being an avid James Bond fan, as well as a writer for City on Fire, I’ve put together a list of Bond titles that are relevant with Asian and martial arts cinema. Whether it be ninjas, samurai, kung fu masters – or just well-known Asian talent  – there’s definitely a connection between 007 and the types of films that are usually covered here at City on Fire. Of course, considering the impact Bond films have had … Continue reading

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‘The Villainess’ director Jung Byung-gil brings some ‘Havoc’

Filmmaker Jung Byung-gil – known for his films Confession of Murder and fan favorite The Villainess – is stepping into Hollywood for Monarch Media’s Havoc (not related to Gareth Evans’ planned film of the same name), a thriller written by Eric Tipton, off an original idea by Steve Barnett (300) and Daniel Myrick (The Blair Witch Project). Inspired by actual events, Havoc tells the story of a U.S. helicopter crashing on … Continue reading

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Best Hong Kong Movie Locations

When you hear about Hong Kong, the first thing that comes into your mind is beautiful sceneries, Chinese culture, and even place of excellent movies. Hong Kongers are known for their commitments to their work in the world. Whether you’re planning to visit Hong Kong to have the adventure of excellent movies or even enjoy the entertainment, prepare yourself to step in Hong Kong Tower, Repulse Bay Beach, and Ten Thousand … Continue reading

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A ‘Battle Royale’ ripoff has been ‘Triggered’ in this New Trailer

"Triggered" Theatrical Poster

Looking for another round of Kinji Fukasaku’s Battle Royale? If so, look no further (kinda, sorta). Director Alastair Orr (House on Willow Street) has teamed up with writer David D. Jones (The Stem) for Trigger, which releases on November 6 from Samuel Goldwyn Films. Nine friends, all harboring a dark secret, go camping in the woods. After a wild night of partying, they wake up with suicide bombs strapped to their … Continue reading

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The Black Dragon & Enforcer from Death Row | Blu-ray (Dark Force)

The Black Dragon & Enforcer from Death Row | Blu-ray (Dark Force)

RELEASE DATE: January 19, 2021 On January 19, 2021, Dark Force Entertainment is releasing the Blu-ray Drive-in Double Feature for Ron van Clief’s The Black Dragon (aka Tough Guy) and Leo Fong’s Enforcer from Death Row (aka Ninja Assassin). Made from the only known existing 35mm print with extensive scene by scene color correction, 1974’s The Black Dragon stars Ron van Clief (Fist of Fear, Touch of Death), Jason Pai Piao (Shaolin Prince), Thompson Kao … Continue reading

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Bring Me Home (2019) Review

Director: Kim Seung-Woo Cast: Lee Young-Ae, Yoo Jae-Myung, Park Hae-Joon, Lee Won-Geun, Kim Yi-Kyeong, Park Kyung-Hye, Ha Yun-Hui, Choi Hyung, Baek Joo-Hee, Kim Tae-Yul Running Time: 108 min. By Paul Bramhall In 2005 director Park Chan-wook would conclude his Vengeance Trilogy with Sympathy for Lady Vengeance, a title which I often refer to as my favorite of the 3 (the others being Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance and Oldboy), depending on which … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! I Saw The Devil | Blu-ray | Only $8.99 – Expires soon!

"I Saw the Devil" Theatrical Poster

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for I Saw The Devil (read our review), a 2010 action-thriller directed by Kim Ji-woon (Age of Shadows, The Good, the Bad, the Weird) and stars Choi Min-sik (New World, Old Boy) and Lee Byung-hun (A Bittersweet Life). The embodiment of pure evil, Kyung-chul is a dangerous psychopath who kills for pleasure. On a freezing, snowy night, his latest victim is the beautiful Juyeon, daughter of … Continue reading

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Blade | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital (Warner)

Blade | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital (Warner)

RELEASE DATE: December 1, 2020 On December 1, 2020, Warner Home Video will be releasing Blade on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital. This 1999 cult actioner stars Wesley Snipes (Passenger 57), Stephen Dorff (Somewhere) and Kris Kristofferson (Payback). Awakened to consciousness – and pain – before birth by the bite of the undead vampire that kills his mother, a young boy grows into a mythical warrior (Snipes) bearing a … Continue reading

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