“Beyond the Law” Theatrical Poster

It’s been almost 20 years since Steven Seagal (Cartels) and DMX (Romeo Must Die) joined forces in 2001’s Exit Wounds, but we’ll soon be seeing the pair re-unite for Beyond the Law, an upcoming action-thriller directed by James Cullen Bressack (Deadly Reunion) that also co-stars Johnny Messner (Kill ’em All).

Here’s the official plot: Beyond the Law is about one man’s quest for justice in a corrupt city. When a former detective learns of the murder of his estranged son, he ventures back to the darkened streets he once knew so well. Armed, dangerous and with nothing to lose, he must take on the ruthless local mob in his mission for revenge.

According to MB, Beyond the Law hits select theaters and VOD/Digital on December 6, 2019. Don’t miss the film’s Trailer below:

“Bookies” Theatrical Poster

When it comes to movies about “sports and gambling”, we tend to see the same list of films mentioned. Typical ones like The Hustler (1961), The Color of Money (1986), Eight Me Out (1988), Let it Ride (1989), Diggstown (1992), Hardball (2001) and Two for the Money (2005) – but if there’s one movie that’s considered an unappreciated gem within the most realistic movies of gambling, it has to be Bookies, a 2oo3 thriller directed by Mark Illsley (Happy, Texas).

Bookies centers on four college buddies who become small-time bookies. But when their antics give them a taste of success, things take a turn for the worse when their operation gets the attention of dangerous mobsters.

With names like Nick Stahl (Terminator 3, Sin City), Rachael Leigh Cook (She’s All That, Josie and the Pussycats), Johnny Galecki (The Big Bang Theory, Rosanne), John Diehl (Stripes, Mo’ Money), Julio Oscar Mechoso (Bad Boys, Little Miss Sunshine) and David Proval (Mean Streets, Sopranos), we can only wonder why the film never made it to U.S. theaters after its Sundance premier in 2003, but thankfully the film was discovered by a lucky audience on DVD and cable.

It’s a shame Bookies never hit the big screen, because like some of the more well-known movies of the same subject, the film features a plot that’s just as engaging and fast-paced. And don’t let the poster fool you, because this isn’t a teeny-bopper flick, it’s more along the lines of something more gritty like 2001’s Blow. Pay attention to the scene where one player turns a basketball team around. It’s a brilliant sequence!

Bookies mainly revolves around basketball, which begs the question: What if a movie was made around the subject of online Betting Sites? Let’s face it, with technology growing at such a fast pace – and people not having to to leave their house to visit a smoke-filled casino – a movie that centers around Online Gambling would be a blast!

The past, present and future of gambling movies has always been a success for moviegoers all around the world. Just look at recent ones, such as Aaron Sorkin’s Molly’s Game, which grossed a worldwide total of $59.3 million (the film is based on the true story of Molly Bloom, played by Jessica Chastain, an Olympic-class skier who ran the world’s most exclusive high-stakes poker game).

I personally look forward to more of these types of film. Who doesn’t like a roller-coaster ride filled with ups, downs and every type of cinematic thrill you can think of. After all, it’s human nature to get entertainment out of someone else’s conflict and comprising situation. It’s a sub-genre where the ending isn’t always happy and where the hero doesn’t always win.

Don’t miss the original Trailer for Bookies below. Who knows? Maybe it’s time to take that gamble (its DVD couldn’t be that expensive. Heck, maybe its even streaming on one of your subscription services).

“S.W.A.T.” Chinese Theatrical Poster

Ding Sheng – the acclaimed director/writer of Little Big Soldier, Police Story 2013, Railroad Tigers, Saving Mr. Wu and A Better Tomorrow 2018 – is putting final touches on his latest thriller, S.W.A.T. (Special Weapons and Tactics).

The story of S.W.A.T. centers on the Chinese Special Police Unit, from their hard training to their first mission.

The film stars Jerry Jia (Once Upon a Time in the Northeast), Jin Chen (Million Dollar Crocodile), Ling Xiaosu (Painted Skin TV series) and Zhang Yunlong (The Dreaming Man), via AFS.

S.W.A.T. releases on domestically on December 29th, 2019. Don’t miss the film’s Trailer below (via AFS):

A Karate Christmas Miracle | Blu-ray & DVD (KDMG)

We know there are some Eric Roberts (Maximum Impact) and Martin Kove (Cobra Kai) fanatics out there – plus, it is the holiday season – so we couldn’t help but spread the word about A Karate Christmas Miracle, a martial arts movie “with a message” (you know, The Martial Arts Kid-type shit).

A boy (Mario Del Vecchio) believes that if he earns a black belt by Christmas Day his father, who went missing one year earlier, will return. A roller coaster thriller ensues, where a mystery that no one expected is unraveled – and just maybe all will witness the delivery of a miracle that can only happen on Christmas.

A Karate Christmas Miracle is being released on both Blu-ray & DVD from KDMG on November 15, 2019. The same company is also re-releasing Diana Lee Inosanto’s The Sensei on Blu-ray & DVD on the same date (it’s streaming Amazon Prime if you want to get down and dirty right now!).

Without further ado, here’s the Trailer for A Karate Christmas Miracle:

Are you putting some of the top casinos in the U.S. on your road trip agenda?

Feel like gambling with the greats? Here are the seven best in America.

Planning a trip to a casino this year? You’re not alone. More than 50 million people visit casinos in the US each year.

If a trip to a casino for a little gambling is in your future, surely you’ll want to check out one of the top casinos in the US. While Las Vegas is what most people think of when great casinos come to mind, you can hit up some great locations all over the country.

Here are 6 of the top casinos in the US to include in your next gambling adventure.

1. The Wynn, Las Vegas

The Wynn Las Vegas has been winning awards and getting 5-star reviews since it opened in 2005. It features over 2,700 hotel rooms and also has a second, even more luxurious resort, The Encore, attached to it.

The casino is full of flowers, sky-lit art, and state-of-the-art gaming. Whether you want to gamble poolside, in a high-limit salon, or at their large and comfortable sportsbook, the Wynn has something for everyone.

When you need a break from the tables, check out one of the restaurants at the Wynn. They have more Michelin 4-star restaurants than any other resort in North America. From Italian to steakhouse to Chinese, the Wynn has many options to choose from.

After you fill up, check out the indoor botanical garden, visit the spa, or golf. The Wynn boasts the only 18-hole golf course on the Las Vegas Strip.

2. The Borgata, Atlantic City

The Borgata opened in Atlantic City in 2003 and spurred other developers to build large, Vegas-style casinos in the city. Since it opened, the Borgata has led Atlantic City casinos in revenue.

The casino has every gambling option you could want, including a sportsbook to bet on sports games and horse racing, since it was legalized across the country in 2018.

It has all of the luxuries of a Las Vegas casino, like 5-star restaurants by Bobby Flay and Wolfgang Puck, nightclubs, and a massive two-story spa that has a barbershop, fitness center, pool, and salon.

If you’re an avid TV watcher, you might have seen the Borgata on shows like The Real Housewives of New Jersey, The Sopranos, or Impractical Joker.

3. Peppermill Resort Spa and Casino, Reno

We’re heading back to Nevada for the next casino on our list. The Peppermill Resort in Reno offers you the luxury of a Vegas casino in a smaller environment. From slot machines to table games to a sportsbook, the casino has what you’re looking for.

The spa is spectacular, with three stories, the only Caladarium in Northern Nevada, an indoor pool, sundeck, and salon. After relaxing in the spa, head outside to one of the pools or jetted spas and then enjoy a meal at one of their 10 award-winning restaurants.

The Peppermill is also committed to sustainability and has a number of Green initiatives, including geothermal heating energy, water recycling, paperless Human Resources department, and participation in Clean the World’s Hotel Recycling Program.

4. Foxwoods Resort Casino, Connecticut

Head east again to visit the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. The Foxwoods used to be the largest casino in the world, and while it isn’t the largest any longer, it still is one of the best.

In addition to the traditional casino games, Foxwoods also offers the PLAY Arena, which allows you to play all of your favorite games from one station. You can pick the lighting, music, video, and mood of your playing experience. Foxwoods also has 35 different restaurants, from quick service, casual dining to fine dining.

When you want a break from gambling, take a ride down the road from the casino to the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center, one of the largest Native American museums in the world.

5. Horseshoe Casino, Mississippi

If Atlantic City is the east coast equivalent of Las Vegas, Tunica, Mississippi is the southern counterpart to Vegas. The Horseshoe Casino has a luxurious tower with over 300 suites and a hotel with over 500 standard rooms that are anything but ordinary.

From table games to slots to the poker room to the sportsbook, The Horseshoe has all of the gaming you could want, all at the best odds around.

Tunica is a short 30-minute drive from Memphis, so it attracts big-name entertainers, including bands, singers, and comedians like Tracy Morgan.

6. Caesars Palace, Las Vegas

Caesars has been around since the 1960s, building a casino empire in Las Vegas and beyond. Their flagship casino, located in Las Vegas, is instantly recognizable. You’ve probably seen it in movies like Rocky III, Rain Man, Ocean’s Eleven, Iron Man, and all three Hangover movies.

The casino has all of the standard amenities, but if you’re looking for other things to do, take a dip in one of the pools designed to look like a Roman bath, check out the Pussycat Dolls Lounge, or spend your winnings in the Forum Shops, which offers over 630,000 square feet of shopping. From Louis Vuitton to Sephora, the Forum Shops have a wide range of stores.

And, in traditional Vegas style, it has big-name performers, like Celine Dion, Elton John, Frank Sinatra, and Rod Stewart.

Before you head out to your next casino, be sure to give these demo slots a go-to practice your slot betting strategy without risk.

The Top Casinos in the US for Your Next Gambling Trip

This list is the surface of the top casinos in the US. There are countless more if you really want to expand your casino adventures. Whether it’s a high-end hotel, high stakes tables, or a personalized experience you’re looking for, from California to Connecticut, you can have a great casino experience across the US.

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“Wings Over Everest” Theatrical Poster

Looks like Wu Jing’s The Climbers has some stiff competition: Wings Over Everest, an upcoming crime thriller set amid the snows of Everest. The film stars Koji Yakusho (The World of Kanako) and Zhang Jingchu (Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation).

When a plane carrying important documents crashes in the Death Zone of Mount Everest, two men claiming to work for India’s research and analysis department offer a large sum of money to Team Wings to take them up to recover them.

Wings Over Everest is executive produced by Terence Chang (Once a Thief) and written and directed by Yu Fei, a former vice president of Paris-based gaming giant Gameloft, who is also an experienced explorer, diver and mountain climber (via SD).

The film releases domestically December 12th. Don’t miss its Newest Trailer below:

“Bad Boys 2” Japanese Theatrical Poster

Fans of the Bad Boys franchise, rejoice! Directing duo Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah (the pair responsible for the Dutch-language cult action flick, Gangsta) are prepping Sony’s Bad Boys for Life (aka Bad Boys 3) for a January 7th, 2020 release.

Bad Boys for Life is written by Joe Carnahan (Smokin’ Aces) and Chris Bremner (Sick Day), with story input by Peter Craig (Blood Father). Jerry Bruckheimer (Top Gun), who produced the original Bad Boys and its sequel, is once again backing the 3rd film.

The Bad Boys franchise (previously directed by Michael Bay) revolves around two hip detectives who fight criminals in the mean streets of Florida. This time around, Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence) is now a police inspector and Mike Lowery (Will Smith) is in a midlife crisis. They unite again when an Albanian mercenary, whose brother they killed, promises them an important bonus.

Hong Kong Cinema fans will always remember Bad Boys 2 for one of its key action scenes – involving automobiles driving down hill through a residential village – that was “borrowed” from Jackie Chan’s Police Story (1985).

Don’t miss the Newest Trailer for Bad Boys for Life below:

“Terminator: Dark Fate” Theatrical Poster

Despite backlash and lukewarm domestic box office returns, 2015’s Terminator Genisys performed well in international markets. In fact, here’s a tidbit you probably weren’t aware of: Terminator Genisys is the second-highest grossing film of the entire franchise (behind only T2: Judgment Day) on a global scale.

With that said, it’s no wonder that Terminator: Dark Fate (aka Terminator 6) is upon us. For this one, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, Terminator Salvation and Terminator Genisys are ignored, which makes this upcoming film a direct continuation to T2: Judgment Day.

But what’s even more interesting is that series inventor, James Cameron (director of the first two Terminator films, who retained the rights to the franchise for 2019), is producing and Tim Miller (Deadpool) is his trusted writer/director in charge of bringing the series back to form. David S. Goyer (The Dark Knight), David Ellison, Josh Friedman, Billy Ray (Captain Phillips) and Justin Rhodes (Contract Killers) also make up the film’s writing force.

Terminator: Dark Fate also marks the return of Linda Hamilton (The Terminator 1 & 2), who will reprise her role as Sarah Connor, Edward Furlong returning as John Connor, and of course Arnold Schwarzenegger, who is rumored to not only be returning as model T-800, but also as the character to which the cyborg was modeled after. Mackenzie Davis (Blade Runner 2049), Diego Boneta (Luis Miguel: La Serie), Gabriel Luna (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), Natalia Reyes (Birds of Passage) and Enrique Arce (Tango One) round out the cast.

Terminator: Dark Fate has received its R rating due to violence throughout the film as well as language and brief nudity (via CB).

The Terminator: Dark Fate hits theaters November 1st, 2019. Watch the film’s New Red Band Trailer below: