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Deal on Fire! Immortal Demon Slayer | Blu-ray | Only $2.32 – Expires soon!

Immortal Demon Slayer - The Legend of Wu Kong | Blu-ray & DVD (Cinedigm)

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Immortal Demon Slayer – The Legend of Wu Kong (aka WuKong), a fantasy/martial arts film directed by Derek Kwok (As the Lights Goes Out, Full Strike, Gallants). Immortal Demon Slayer tells the story of Sun Wukong (played by Eddie Peng of Hidden Man, Operation Mekong and The Great Wall) before he became the Monkey King. The film also stars Ni Ni (Enter the Warriors Gate, The Thousand Faces of Dunjia), Shawn Yue (The … Continue reading

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Lackey and the Lady Tiger (1980) Review

"Lackey and the Lady Tiger" Theatrical Poster

Director: Norman Law Man Co-director: Siao Lung Producer: Ng See Yuen Cast: Hwang Jang Lee, Mars, Lee Chun Hwa, Tien Niu, Tsang Choh Lam, Chu Chi Ling, Linda Lin, Sek Kin, Charlie Chan, Yiu Lam, Chiang Kam, To Siu Ming Running Time: 98 min. By Paul Bramhall Producer Ng See Yuen and Seasonal Films knew they were onto a good thing with the double-whammy of Snake in the Eagles Shadow … Continue reading

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What Proof Do You Need for a Restraining Order? A Helpful Guide

Did you know that there are between two million to three million restraining orders issued per year? If you are wondering what proof do you need for a restraining order, you are in the right place. We have put together this guide with the key things to know about filing a restraining order. Keep reading to learn all the ins and outs of getting a restraining order put in place. What … Continue reading

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How to Check for a Concussion: A Detailed Guide

Did you know that there are between 1.6-3.8 million sports-related concussions in the United States every year? With this many concussions happening every year it is a good idea to learn how to check for a concussion in case your child or family member ever suffers from one. Keep reading to learn more about checking for a concussion and what to look out for. What Is a Concussion? First, let’s … Continue reading

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‘Badges of Fury’ director Wong Tsz Ming sends Simon Yam to space in sci-fi thriller ‘Regained Earth’

Filmmaker Wong Tsz Ming (Party King), who is best known for directing the 2013 Jet Li/Wen Zhang actioner Badges of Fury, is taking a cue from Frant Gwo’s 2019 box office hit, The Wandering Earth, for an upcoming film, similarly titled Regained Earth. This upcoming science fiction film (we’re pretty sure it’s not a sequel to the aforementioned The Wandering Earth) is headlined by veteran Hong Kong star Simon Yam (Operation Red Sea) with Huang Yi … Continue reading

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Iron Mask, The | aka The Mystery of Dragon Seal (2019) Review

"The Iron Mask" Theatrical Poster

AKA: Viy 2: Journey to China Director: Oleg Stepchenko Cast: Jason Flemyng, Charles Dance, Rutger Hauer, Jackie Chan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Helen Yao, Martin Klebba, Christopher Fairbank, Igor Jijikine Running Time: 124 min. By Martin Sandison When I was a kid my parents didn’t allow me to watch violent movies; they wanted to protect me from the horror of the world, I guess. But I was allowed to watch Jackie Chan … Continue reading

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8 Things to Do in Your Free Time During the Pandemic

Now that you’re stuck home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, are you bored out of your mind? Being home has its perks, but it can also leave people feeling bored, too. If you’re bored and interested in finding things to do in your free time, you’ve come to the right place. Here are eight things you can do in your free time during this global pandemic. 1. Play Games or … Continue reading

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Giant robot sci-fi actioner ‘Bravestorm’ hits U.S. DVD in April

On April 7, 2020, Distribution Solutions released the DVD for Junya Okabe’s actioner, Bravestorm (aka BraveStorm). In the year 2050, mankind is extinct. The last survivors travel back in time to stop the invader, Killgis, aided by roboticist Kenichiro Kurenai. When they arrive at the past, they start to build a giant robot, Red Baron, and the pilot of the Red Baron races against time aided by reinforced humans to … Continue reading

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Dragon Bruce Lee, Part II | aka Big Boss 2 (1981) Review

"Dragon Bruce Lee, Part II" Korean Poster

AKA: Dragon Lee Fights Again Director: To Man-Bo Co-director: Lee Eun Cast: Dragon Lee (Mun Kyong-sok), Lee Suk-jin, Cheung Lik, Ju Eun-seop, Jang Ryeok, Bolo Yeung, Tien Feng, Philip Ko Fei, Sham Chin Bo, To Wai Wo Running Time: 75 min. By Ian Whittle OK, this is rather complicated. A 1930’s set kung fu movie starring Dragon Lee that, depending on what version you own, is a sequel to one … Continue reading

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Ghost in Love (1999) Review

"Ghost in Love" Theatrical Poster

Director: Lee Kwang-Hoon Writer: Hong Ju-ri Lee Sung-Jae, Kim Hee-Seon, Cha Seung-Won, Yoo Hye-Jung, Jang Jin-Young, Lee Young-Ja, Park Kwang-Jung, Jeong Won-Jung, Jang Se-Jin Running Time: 91 min. By Paul Bramhall 1999 was a landmark year for Korean cinema. After starting the 90’s with a film industry practically on its last legs, throughout most of the decade it slowly began to regain popularity with local audiences, before finally, on the … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Van Damme Double Feature: Nowhere to Run and The Order | Blu-ray | Only $7.98 – Expires soon!

JCVD Double Feature | Blu-ray (Image)

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for The JCVD Double Feature, which includes 2001’s The Order, directed by Sheldon Lettich (Double Impact) and 1993’s Nowhere to Run, directed by Robert Harmon (The Hitcher) and written by Joe Eszterhas (Basic Instinct). In The Order, a playboy criminal (Van Damme) contacts his dad after stealing a Faberge egg. Later it seems his dad has gone missing in Israel so he heads … Continue reading

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Fist of Fear, Touch of Death: Anniversary Edition (1980) Review

Fist of Feat, Touch of Death | Blu-ray (The Film Detective)

AKA: Dragon and the Cobra Director: Mathew Mallinson Producer: Terry Levene Cast: Aaron Banks, Adolph Caesar, Teruyuki Higa, Bill Louie, Fred Williamson, Ron Van Clief, Gail Turner, Hollywood Browde, Louis Neglia, Annette Bronson Running Time: 86 min. By Jeff Bona Whenever the discussion topic of “What’s the worst Bruceploitation movie ever made?” comes up, the answer 99.9% of the time will be Fist of Fear, Touch of Death. Is it really … Continue reading

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Facet to release Bobby Kim’s ‘Manchurian Avenger’ in 4K

Later this year, Facet Films is giving Ed Warnick’s 1985 actioner, Manchurian Avenger, a 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray release. Yes, you’ve read that right: You’ll soon see martial arts star Bobby Kim in all his 4K glory! So who is Bobby Kim? Well, let’s pass it over to Paul Bramhall: “Bobby Kim (Kill Line, The Deadly Kick) is a Taekwondo grandmaster who briefly enjoyed a spell as an action star … Continue reading

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Jackie and Bruce to the Rescue | aka Fist of Death (1982) Review

"Jackie and Bruce to the Rescue" Theatrical Poster

AKA: Fist of Death Director: Wu Chia Chun Co-director: Choe Dong-Joon Cast: Kim Tai-chung, Lee Siu-Ming, Wang Pao-Yu, He Ying, Chang Il-Sik, Eagle Han Ying, Ma Sha, Chen Shan, Baek Hwang-ki, Park Yong-Pal Running time: 90 min.  By Ian Whittle You’d think a film featuring a Bruce Lee clone AND a Jackie Chan clone (not to mention maverick exploitation producer Dick Randall’s name on the credits) would be a lot … Continue reading

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Arrow to release Tomu Uchida’s ‘Mad Fox’ to Blu-ray in June

On June 23, 2020, Arrow Video, under their Arrow Academy banner, will be releasing the Blu-ray for Tomu Uchida’s 1962 fantasy/drama, The Mad Fox (aka Love, Thy Name Be Sorrow). Read the official details below: In stark contrast to the monochrome naturalism of his earlier masterwork Bloody Spear at Mount Fuji, visionary master director Tomu Uchida took inspiration from Bunraku and kabuki theater for arguably his strangest and most lavishly cinematic … Continue reading

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