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Bruce and the Iron Finger (1979) Review

"Bruce and the Iron Finger" Promotional Poster

AKA: Bruce vs. Iron Hand Director: To Man-Bo Cast: Bruce Li (aka Ho Chung Tao, James Ho), Bruce Leung Siu Lung, Ku Feng, Fong Yau, Dai Sai Aan, Wong Kwong Yue, Lin Ke Ming, Lee Hoi San, Tai San Running Time: 86 min. By Paul Bramhall In 1979 the Bruceploitation genre ramped up with a vengeance, spurred on by the posthumous release of Game of Death the year prior, the … Continue reading

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Legacy of Lies | DVD (Lionsgate)

Legacy of Lies | DVD (Lionsgate)

RELEASE DATE: July 28, 2020, On July 28, 2020, martial arts star Scott Adkins (Ip Man 4) will soon be caught in Legacy of Lies (read our review), an upcoming thriller that follows a former assassin (Adkins) who is pulled back into the dangerous world he hoped he’d left behind. The film marks the feature-length debut of writer/director Adrian Bol. A decade ago, agent Martin Baxter (Adkins) quit MI6 after his wife’s tragic murder … Continue reading

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‘Furie’ star Veronica Ngo featured in New Netflix Trailer for Spike Lee’s Vietnam Thriller ‘Da 5 Bloods’

"Da 5 Bloods" Netflix Poster

Ever rising Vietnamese star Veronica Ngo (House in the Alley, Furie) is featured in Spike Lee’s upcoming Netflix film, Da 5 Bloods, a Vietnam thriller starring Chadwick Boseman, Delroy Lindo, Clarke Peters, Norm Lewis, Jean Reno, and Isiah Whitlock, Jr. – and Ngo’s frequent co-star, Johnny Tri Nguyen, is also credited for appearing in film. To Western audiences, Ngo is mostly known for her work in the acclaimed Vietnamese martial arts features The … Continue reading

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Force of Nature | Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

Force of Nature | Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

RELEASE DATE: June 30, 2020 On June 30, 2020, Lionsgate Home Entertainment is releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Force of Nature. After a consistent stream of shoot ’em up titles such as Get The Gringo, Machete Kills, Expendables 3, Blood Father and Dragged Across Concrete, legendary action star/director, Mel Gibson (Edge of Darkness), is out for more blood in Force of Nature, an action thriller from director Michael Polish (Big Sur). During a … Continue reading

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Weed 101: How to Choose the Right Types of Pot for You

Are you trying to decide what types of pot are best for what you are looking for in your high? Well, never fear. There are a ton of different types of pot out there, but it’s not nearly as hard to narrow it down as you may think. Let’s go through some of the options that are available to you, and what you should be looking for when choosing the … Continue reading

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What Are Some Common Signs You Need a Divorce?

What Are Some Common Signs You Need a Divorce? Within a single year, 787,251 couples filed for divorce. Though the divorce rate in the United States has improved recently, divorces are still common. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize it’s the best option until after months or even years of suffering. Don’t put yourself through that emotional turmoil. Instead, keep an eye out for these five signs you need a divorce. With … Continue reading

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7 Tips to Make Your Medical School Application Stand Out

If you’re an aspiring doctor, then few things in life can be more stressful than writing all your medical school applications. Not only do you have to get your academic records together, write strong essays about your passion for the medical industry, and provide references, but you have to do all of this knowing that the competition to get into med school makes your chances slim indeed. That’s why you … Continue reading

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What 1979 all-star kung fu film is the next Blu-ray release from VCI Entertainment’s Pearl River Collection?

"Duel of the 7 Tigers" Theatrical Poster

If you’re a die hard kung fu movie collector, chances are you already know about VCI Entertainment’s Pearl River Collection, a U.S. company (masterminded by actor/martial artist Michael Worth) that describes itself as a line “dedicated to important classic and neglected martial arts films from Asia in editions that offer the highest technical quality available and original supplements and content.” To date, The Pearl River Collection has The Leg Fighters and the recently released Dynamo under their belt, … Continue reading

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Black Belt Karate (1977) Review

"Black Belt Karate" Theatrical Poster

Director: Suen A-Foo Cast: Bruce Leung Siu Lung, Lo Lieh, Billy Chong Chun Lai, Larry Lee Gam Kwan, Kong Do, Peter Chan Lung, Tony Leung Siu Hung, Lee Tai-Wai, Yip Chin-Yat Running Time: 90 min.  By Paul Bramhall Before Merantau. Before The Raid. Before The Night Comes For Us. There was – Black Belt Karate! Ok, that’s probably a more bombastic introduction than this 1977 slice of karate goodness deserves, however it does … Continue reading

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‘Suspiria’ remake filmmaker to direct ‘Scarface’ remake

"Scarface" Japanese Theatrical Poster

It’s been off and on for almost 10 years, but Universal is still on a mission to bring back another remake of Scarface, originally conceived by Howard Hawks (Rio Bravo) and reimagined by Brian DePalma (Carrie). Previously, directors such as Antoine Fuqua (The Replacement Killers), David Ayer (End of Watch) and David Yates (Fantastic Beasts) were attached, but the latest is that award-winning filmmaker Luca Guadagnino (2018’s Suspiria, Call Me … Continue reading

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Putting Your Home on the Market: Should I Make DIY Home Repairs?

Hardwood floors are one of the top features that buyers look for when purchasing a home. But if you’re selling your home, it would be crazy to get hardwood floors installed. The time and cost involved are unlikely to be recouped by an increase in sale price. There may also be some buyers who would have really loved the carpets that you just pulled up. Is making DIY home repairs before you … Continue reading

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7 Facts About Alzheimer’s and Dementia That You Need to Know

Your loved one’s memory has started to slip, so you take her to the doctor for an evaluation. Unfortunately, her doctor confirms your greatest fear. She has Alzheimer’s disease. And she’s not the only one. Research shows that more than five million people across the United States have this disease. Navigating this complex, life-altering health condition with a family member can understandably feel overwhelming. This is especially true if you’ve never encountered … Continue reading

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Tokyo Gore Police: Lethal Force Edition | Blu-ray (Tokyo Shock)

Tokyo Gore Police: Lethal Force Edition | Blu-ray (Tokyo Shock)

RELEASE DATE: July 14, 2020 On July 14, 2020, Tokyo Shock will release the Blu-ray for Yoshihiro Nishimura’s 2008 cult classic Tokyo Gore Police: Lethal Force Edition. The film stars Eihi Shiin (Audition), Itsuji Itao (Why Don’t You Play in Hell?), Yukihide Benny (Gothic & Lolita Psycho), Jiji Bu (Dead Sushi), Ikuko Sawada (Helldriver) and Shun Sugata (Bunraku). In the near future, the Tokyo Police Corporation wages a blood-splattered war with the Engineers, a genetically … Continue reading

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Godzilla vs. Gigan | aka War of the Monsters (1972) Review

"Godzilla vs Gigan" Japanese Theatrical Poster

AKA: Godzilla on Monster Island Director: Fukuda Jun Cast: Ishikawa Hiroshi, Umeda Tomoko, Hishimi Yuriko, Takashima Minoru, Fujita Zan, Nishizawa Toshiaki, Nakajima Harou, Satsuma Kenpachiro Running Time: 89 min. By Ian Whittle Godzilla vs Gigan generally doesn’t get a good reception from G-fans, who dislike the Scooby Doo-ish human characters, the recycled music score, the frequent stock footage from earlier films, and the fact that the Godzilla suit (this particular … Continue reading

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Sniper: Assassin’s End | Blu-ray (Sony Pictures)

Sniper: Assassin’s End | Blu-ray (Sony Pictures)

RELEASE DATE: June 16, 2020 As long as Tom Berenger is alive, there will always be a demand for Sniper films! So on June 16, 2020, Sony Home Entertainment will release the Blu-ray & DVD for Sniper: Assassin’s End. The upcoming film also stars Chad Michael Collins (Call of Duty: Modern Warfare) and Japanese actress/singer Sayaka Akimoto (High-Kick Girl!, Ultraman Saga) in her Hollywood film debut. Special Ops sniper Brandon Beckett (Collins) … Continue reading

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