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JJ Bona on Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In (2024) ReviewFinally got around to watching this. The first third of the film is fantastic…
Wacky Chan on The Furious (2026) ReviewJust saw this. John Wick, Donnie Yen, Bren Foster, Tony Jaa, Scott Adkins, Ik…
Ska Martes on 14 Blades (2010) ReviewMy favourite Daniel Lee movie is Moonlight Express by quite a wide margin. Ma…
Ska Martes on 14 Blades (2010) ReviewIts not actally a stretch to call it a remake (albeit a loose remake/ reimagi…
Popcorn Truffle shuffle on FIGHTING BLACK KINGS! Watch the Trailer for ‘Paper Made’ featuring Michael Jai White, Taimak and Walter E. JonesCinema!!!!!
Tory on You gotta let your WANG hang! Steve Wang’s cult classic ‘Guyver 2: Dark Hero’ arriving on Blu-ray later this yearYes! Look at the features! I’m so happy, y’all. Can’t wait for this thing.
David Lavallee Jr. on THE FURIOUS PART II? A sequel to ‘The Furious’ already in the works as producer promises a bigger follow upCecep Arif Rahman Wu Jing Masanori Mimoto Iko Uwais Jet Li Jiang Luxia Andy L…
Dagmar Heideman on 14 Blades (2010) ReviewCalling 14 Blades a remake of Secret Serviceof the Imperial Court is quite th…
Anonymous on ‘Blades of the Guardians’ hits digital on June 30 and arrives on physical media on August 25 with a new overly long titleFilms are subjective. The person watching gets to decide if they are good or…
Ulric Henry on FIGHTING BLACK KINGS! Watch the Trailer for ‘Paper Made’ featuring Michael Jai White, Taimak and Walter E. JonesI can’t to watch this. I am already sold on it.
Ska Martes on Broken Rhythm: Bruce Lee’s Game of Death (2026) ReviewI haven't seen this documentary yet and it might be awesome...or it might be…
Typo on THE FURIOUS PART II? A sequel to ‘The Furious’ already in the works as producer promises a bigger follow up"strong $19.6 million" Compared to the more than 100M$ made by City of darkne…
Typo on A Shaw Threesome! Blu-ray set for ‘Shaolin Intruders, ‘Shaolin Prince’ and ‘Two Champions of Shaolin’ arriving in JulyThe teo Tang Chia ones are VERY VERY good, if not more.
Typo on Wanna party like it’s 1995? The first Poster for ‘Cold War 1995’ teases a four way showdown with MI6 in the mix!In was a commercial failure in Hong Kong, compared to Cold war II. I'd love t…
Typo on Let me see that tong…that tong ta tong tong tong! Wang Baoqiang returns in ‘Mad King’ (Tong War Chinatown)Wang Baoqiang (I still remember the excellent Blind shaft, his real first rol…
Typo on Game of Death Redux (2022) Review"lucrative deal from Warner Bros to star in a major Hollywood film" Fucking M…
Typo on Operation Hadal (2025) ReviewOperation Red Sea is 100 times better than any shitty Michael Bay crap. End o…
Z Ravas on Operation Hadal (2025) ReviewI'm inclined to agree with you: I had the same thought, that the audience for…
Wacky Chan on Hop right to it! New Bruce Lee doc, ‘Mr. Vampire’ reboot and more arriving from veteran Hong Kong producer Bey LoganMr. Bey Logan, It's great to see you posting here on City on Fire. As a longt…
Wacky Chan on Broken Rhythm: Bruce Lee’s Game of Death (2026) ReviewLet's you make a movie my friend. What do you contribute to society?
Ska Martes on Operation Hadal (2025) ReviewPost 2016 Dante Lam makes Michael Bay movies look like mumblecore. Have no id…
Deyan on Broken Rhythm: Bruce Lee’s Game of Death (2026) ReviewGlad it looks good. When do we can expect to see it digitally? Or order it on…
The Finger on Broken Rhythm: Bruce Lee’s Game of Death (2026) ReviewJonathan Hillburn huh? Ok chaps. If you know you know.
Scott Robinson on Broken Rhythm: Bruce Lee’s Game of Death (2026) ReviewBruce Lee documentaries are a dime a dozen. pass.
JJ Bona on Van Damme is the most ‘remade’ action star in the world!Thanks for reading! =) We wanted to update the article to include the Johnny…
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How Fiery Pepper Themes Bring Energy To Slot Gameplay
Bright, heat-driven imagery does more than decorate a slot screen. A pepper theme signals pace, intensity, and a little mischief before the first spin lands. When designers use chilies as a visual anchor, they give the game a clear identity that players grasp instantly, even in a crowded lobby of similar-looking titles. Color And Iconography Do The First Job Strong theme work starts with recognition. Reds, oranges, and sharp green … Continue reading
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Fatal Flying Guillotine | Blu-ray (Visual Vengeance)
On August 11, 2026, Visual Vengeance is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A) for Fatal Flying Guillotine (aka The Fatal Flying Guillotines), a 1977 kung fu classic directed by Raymond Lui Shing-Gung (Bloody Mission). Deep in the forbidding Valley of No Return, a reclusive master, driven to madness by his own obsessive training, perfects a nightmarish weapon – the “Lightning Strike,” a savage evolution of the flying guillotine with twin, whirling blades designed for … Continue reading
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The Touch (2002) Review
Director: Peter Pau Cast: Michelle Yeoh, Ben Chaplin, Richard Roxburgh, Dane Cook, Kenneth Tsang, Brandon Chang, Margaret Wang, Winston Chao, Zhenhai Kou Running Time: 103 min. By Paul Bramhall Imagine for a minute that the year is 2000 and you’re Michelle Yeoh. You’ve just gained an international level of fame thanks to Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, garnering far more attention than when you were cast in a 007 movie, and … Continue reading
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Tagged Brandon Chang, Kenneth Tsang, Michelle Yeoh, Peter Pau, Winston Chao
Deal on Fire! Iron Mask | Blu-ray | Only $12.90 – Expires soon!
Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Iron Mask (read our review), which also goes by the titles The Mystery of the Dragon Seal: Journey to China and Journey to China: The Mystery of the Iron Mask, a Chinese-Russian produced adventure film featuring Jackie Chan (The Shadow’s Edge, The Foreigner) and Arnold Schwarzenegger (Maggie, Aftermath). The Iron Mask is a sequel to 2014’s Viy 2 (dubbed “the highest grossing Russian movie of all-time”) is directed by Russian … Continue reading
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A Unique 2026 Guide to Movies and Series About Artificial Intelligence Featuring Cast, Creators, and Plot Summaries
AI stories work because they’re rarely “about computers.” They’re about loneliness, control, desire, fear, and that uncomfortable question humans keep circling back to: what exactly makes someone real? Below is a curated list of films and TV series where artificial intelligence isn’t just a prop—it’s the engine of the plot. Review prepared by joi.ai Note on ratings: to keep this guide consistent and readable, the scores below are joi.ai editorial … Continue reading
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ANOTHER BRICK IN THE WALL! Sneak peek at the ‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ sequel that’s currently in production
Two years ago, director Soi Cheang Pou Soi (SPL II: A Time for Consequences), alongside producers Wilson Yip (Paradox) and John Chong (Paradox), revealed plans for both a prequel and a sequel to 2024’s Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In. And today, those plans are in full effect… Twilight of the Warriors: The Final Chapter, the sequel to the aforementioned Hong Kong martial arts thriller, is now filming, featuring yet … Continue reading
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Pop it, Tommy, pop it!!! Are Phillip and Simon Rhee trading ‘Best of the Best 5’ for a ‘Best of the Best’ TV series?
Ready for another Best of the Best? We sure are. With the franchise’s plug ‘n play global fanbase and the current wave of nostalgia driven revivals like Karate Kid and Cobra Kai, it feels like only a matter of time before some profit minded producer brings this beloved martial arts series back to the screen for a new generation. Way back in 2015, while promoting his “comeback” movie Underdog Kids, … Continue reading
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Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Well Go USA)
On July 14, 2026, Well Go USA will be releasing the 4K Ultra, Blu-ray, DVD and Digital for Ip Man: Kung Fu Legend. In the film, Dennis To revisits the role of Ip Man, the real-life Wing Chun grandmaster made famous to the mainstream by Wilson Yip and Donnie Yen’s iconic Ip Man franchise. The film is directed by Li Liming, best known for 2020’s Young Ip Man: Crisis Time … Continue reading
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Deal on Fire! Blade of the 47 Ronin | Blu-ray | Only $10.72 – Expires soon!
Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for Blade of the 47 Ronin, the sequel to Carl Rinsch’s 2013 actioner 47 Ronin. This martial arts thriller is directed by actor/filmmaker Ron Yuan (The Paper Tigers, Step Up China). Blade of the 47 Ronin features an ensemble cast that includes Dustin Nguyen (Once Upon a Time in Vietnam), Anna Akana (Ant-Man), Mark Dacascos (One Night in Bangkok, John Wick: Chapter 3), Luna Fujimoto (Monster Hunt 2), Koieyama … Continue reading
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Yasuaki Kurata and Sammo Hung recreate their ‘Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars’ fight in the Trailer for ‘Dream Story’
A new project, titled Dream Story, which centers on legendary martial arts star Yasuaki Kurata (Empty Hands, God of War, Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars) is arriving to Japanese theaters on July 17th. The film will include a special appearance by the great Sammo Hung (Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In), who re-creates his famous fight with Kurata
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Hop right to it! New Bruce Lee doc, ‘Mr. Vampire’ reboot and more arriving from veteran Hong Kong producer Bey Logan
Veteran Hong Kong film producer/historian Bey Logan and martial arts actor Andrew Pong have teamed up to launch The Southern Brothers, a new production company focused on developing a slate of Asian and international action films and documentaries. Projects in the works from the newly formed company
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There’s no HOPE! Don’t miss the First Trailer for HOPE from director Na Hong-Jin of ‘The Chaser’ and ‘The Yellow Sea’
After a 10-year hiatus, critically acclaimed director Na Hong-Jin returns to the director’s chair with Hope, an upcoming sci-fi thriller that has been picked up by Neon for North American and English-language rights. If you’re not familiar with his name, maybe you’re familiar with his work. In 2008, the South Korean filmmaker shook the world with his debut feature film, The Chaser. In 2010, he showed us that he wasn’t … Continue reading
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‘Before Sunrise’-sploitation? Watch the Trailer for ‘Crossing A Dawn’ starring Ma Sichun and Edward Chen
Arriving to U.S. and Canadian theaters on May 29, 2026 is Crossing A Dawn, a romantic-comedy from writer director Badou Zhao. While on a date, Xu Qiu (Ma Sichun, Now I Met Her) unexpectedly crosses paths with Chen Yuzhou (Edward Chen, Your Name Engraved Herein). Both wanting some time alone, they find themselves repeatedly interrupted. Yet over the course of one night, as they experience a series of unique urban … Continue reading
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#MeToo is over!? James Franco joins Noah Centineo and David Harbour for Jalmari Helander’s ‘John Rambo’ prequel
The anticipated Rambo prequel has recently wrapped production in Bangkok, Thailand from Jalmari Helander (Big Game), the rising filmmaker best known for his celebrated 2022 Finnish actioner, Sisu (and it’s sequel). Titled John Rambo, the film – scribed from Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani (Black Adam) – serves as the origin story of America’s favorite one-man army, set during
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Deal on Fire! Cradle 2 the Grave | Blu-ray | Only $8.97 – Expires soon!
Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for 2003′s Cradle 2 the Grave (aka Black Diamond), starring Jet Li (Blades of the Guardians), DMX (Exit Wounds) and Mark Dacascos (John Wick 3). When his daughter is kidnapped and held in exchange for priceless diamonds, the leader of a crew of highly skilled urban thieves (DMX) forges an unlikely alliance with a Taiwanese Intelligence officer (Li) to rescue her. Their race … Continue reading
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