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What is CBD Distillate and What is It Used For?

Having more options isn’t always better. In fact, scientists say that the more options you’re presented with, the harder it is to make a final decision. So, it should be no wonder people have such a hard time choosing the right CBD products. CBD isolate, full-spectrum CBD, CBD distillate, and the list goes on. Today, you’re in luck because we’re helping you learn about CBD distillate. If you’re wondering: what is … Continue reading

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A Storm is Coming: Casanova Wong’s Top 10 Fight Scenes

A Storm is Coming: Casanova Wongs Top 10 Fight Scenes

Out of all the old-school kung fu stars, arguably nobody lives up to their nickname more than Casanova Wong, the Human Tornado. A name bestowed upon him during his time in the Korean Army for his incredible spin kicks, it was a talent which saw him destined to be one of the legendary boot-masters to grace the silver screen. Born in Korea as Kim Yong-ho, his kicks lit up the … Continue reading

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The Secret to Blowing Perfect Smoke Ring

Sometimes, a regular inhale and exhale just won’t do. Instead, you want to blow smoke rings — but it’s a trick that’s much easier envisioned than executed. Fortunately, those who have mastered the art of smoke rings have laid out steps for you to follow. Now, you can create them on your own, too. Here’s what to do. 1. Choose the Right Smoking Device To blow smoke rings, you want … Continue reading

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Are Bongs Better for Your Lungs? Here’s What Science Says!

Cannabis consumption reaches over 238 million people worldwide, 135 countries, and is rising by the day. Though cannabis is controversial for some, facts are facts. Hundreds of millions of people must have their reasons. It’s getting harder to argue the benefits of weed. Marijuana madness stems from its ever-evolving methods of ingestion. The more accessible weed becomes, the more creative ways people find to take it. Weed can be used topically, sublingually, inhaled, or eaten. While having … Continue reading

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Trailer for Netflix’ actioner ‘The Old Guard’ starring Charlize Theron with ‘Furie’ star Veronica Ngo

"The Old Guard" Netflix Poster

In addition to Spike Lee’s Da 5 Bloods, we got another one for fans of Furie star, Veronica Ngo. The rising Vietnamese sensation will appear with Charlize Theron (Atomic Blonde) and the gang in The Old Guard, which arrives on Netflix on July 10. The film also stars Chiwetel Ejiofor (Redbelt), Harry Melling (The Ballad of Buster Scruggs), Matthias Schoenaerts (Red Sparrow), Luca Marinelli (Don’t Be Bad) and Marwan Kenzari (Murder on … Continue reading

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Bruce and the Iron Finger (1979) Review

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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’

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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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