Confession of Murder | Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

Confession of Murder | Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

Confession of Murder | Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

RELEASE DATE: April 15, 2014

Well Go USA presents the DVD & Blu-ray for Jeong Byeong-gil’s Confession of Murder. The film is about a police officer who is haunted for failing to capture a serial killer 15 years ago, and is back on the case after a novelist publishes the book “I am the Murderer,” claiming responsibility for the crimes. Starring Jung Jae-young and Park Si-hoo. Watch the trailer.

Posted in Asian Titles, DVD/Blu-ray New Releases |

Contract Killers | DVD (Vision Films)

Contract Killers | DVD (Vision Films)

Contract Killers | DVD (Vision Films)

RELEASE DATE: March 11, 2014

Vision Films presents the DVD for 2014’s Contract Killers, directed by Mathew John Pearson. An efficient, yet arrogant assassin has only one night to meticulously ambush and kill an entire team of vigilantes who are targeting the city’s drug dealers. All goes to plan until the assassin encounters Marshall, a naturally-skilled newcomer who survives the attack, and is now determined to stop him. Starring Renee Cataldo, Dallas Barnett and James Trevena-Brown. Watch the trailer.

Posted in DVD/Blu-ray New Releases, Martial Arts Titles, Other Notable Titles |

Exclusive: Interview with Don “The Dragon” Wilson

Cityonfire.com is proud to present our exclusive interview with the legendary Don “The Dragon” Wilson. The 11-time World Kickboxing Champion talks about his prolific action movie career (30 titles and counting!), his personal favorite titles, his thoughts on remakes, and much more! Judging from the interview, we have a lot more to look forward to from the Martial Arts Hall of Famer, including a film called Blood Raid, which may be his answer to The Expendables. Enjoy!


Don "The Dragon" Wilson in the 1992 Hong Kong action flick, "New York Chinatown"

Don “The Dragon” Wilson in the 1992 Hong Kong action flick, “New York Chinatown”

Your first movie appearance was in a Hong Kong film called New York Chinatown, which was made in 1982. (In past interviews, you’ve stated that you took up acting in 1985, and it wasn’t until 1989 that you got your first appearance in Say Anything, then your first starring role in Bloodfist). So, basically, can you explain how you ended up appearing in New York Chinatown?

My brother James had some very well connected Chinese friends in Hong Kong and they arranged for a local film producer, Alan Tang, to hire me and Ted Pryor, another Kickboxing Champion, to play the “bad guys” in “ABC in NYC’s Chinatown.” I did it just for fun and it wasn’t until 1985 that I made a full commitment to become an actor. I retired after my fight with Jean Yves Theriault in Montreal, Canada December 1984 and moved to LA in May of ’85. I enrolled in acting classes, got an agent, and began the auditioning process like everyone else. I ran out of money by November and took another fight in Montreal November ’85. I was back in the ring again but was really concentrating more on building an acting career than being a professional fighter.

Trivia: Don "The Dragon" Wilson was up for a role in 1986's "The Eliminators." In the end, Hong Kong action star Conan Lee got the part instead.

Trivia: Don “The Dragon” Wilson was up for a role in 1986’s “The Eliminators.” In the end, Hong Kong action star Conan Lee got the part instead.

Everyone is curious about an in-development movie you have talked about called The B-Team (aka the low-budget Expendables with fellow martial arts actors like Michael Dudikoff, etc). Can you tell us if this film is still in the works?

There is a script called The B-Team and it’s still “in development,” but the original idea was to shoot it in Papua New Guinea with the support of their government. Cynthia Rothrock and I traveled to PNG and had a “reception-party” for the project but, unfortunately, the political leaders did not win their elections and so it’s uncertain what will happen in regards to the film. It could be rewritten to fit another location, so you’ll never know.

I do have a project called Blood Raid which will shoot in LA and utilize many of my “B” movie star friends, so I’ll keep you posted.

There’s a trailer on youtube for a movie called The Whole World at Our Feet? You seem to be part of an ensemble cast, including Bolo Yeung and Armand Assante. Who exactly do you play in it? Can you tell us more about this film?

photo from "The Underdogs," featuring Philip Rhee, Richard Norton, Don “The Dragon” Wilson, Danny Inosanto, Benny “The Jet” Urquidez, James Lew and Grand Master Jun Chong.

photo from “The Underdogs,” featuring Philip Rhee, Richard Norton, Don “The Dragon” Wilson, Danny Inosanto, Benny “The Jet” Urquidez, James Lew and Grand Master Jun Chong.

I did a “Cameo” in that film for a friend, producer Erken Ialgashev. He is a fellow martial artist and I helped him learn the business so he asked me to appear as a Chinese Triad Gang Leader. I had a scene with Olivier Gruner and another with Armand Assante.

You’re also in Phillip Rhee’s upcoming movie called The Underdogs, where you’re playing a mentor to the young martial artists, along with Richard Norton, Danny Inosanto, Benny “The Jet” Urquidez, James Lew and Grand Master Jun Chong. Can you tell us more about this movie?

This one’s easy… I play Don “The Dragon” Wilson in The Underdogs. Many of the other “celebrity” martial artists play themselves as well; and we are the “official judges” of a competition involving The Underdogs.

A scene from "White Tiger."

A scene from “White Tiger.”

Another upcoming movie you have coming out is White Tiger, with Cynthia Rothrock, Matt Mullins and the late Joe Lewis? When exactly will we get to see this movie?

White Tiger is a film in which the late Joe Lewis, Cynthia Rothrock, Matt Mullins and I all worked on in Bangkok, Thailand last year. It’s release has been delayed because of a long legal battle between the local Thai producers and the US producer.

I recently spoke to Karen Kaing, the film’s producer, and she stated that she won all the lawsuits and will begin the process of post production. It may be ready for Cannes next year.

What are the chances of you making another Bloodfist film? And I’m talking about a real Bloodfist sequel (not by name-only), where you reprise the the role of Jake Raye for the 3rd time. Hard Rock Cafe T-shirt and all!

Oddly enough, a 3rd remake of "Die Trying/Moving Target" is in the works called "Fist of the Dragon," which stars Josh “The Punk” Thomson.

Oddly enough, a 3rd remake of “Die Trying/Moving Target” is in the works called “Fist of the Dragon,” which stars Josh “The Punk” Thomson.

Well, I did recently speak to Roger Corman in his Brentwood offices and he was very upbeat and friendly. We did not discuss another project together but I would LOVE to work with him again. We made 12 films together and he distributed several others produced by other companies. He is my “mentor” and friend, so there could very well be one more Jake Raye film to complete the series.

Your film Moving Target, which was made in 2000, was recently remade. What are your thoughts on a remake of your own movie. What are your thoughts on remakes and reboots, in general?

It was a bizarre experience to remake my own movie with the same writer-director. Paul Ziller and I may be the only director-writer-actor team to attempt this type of “remake”.  We actually worked off the script Die Trying and just did rewrites to change the locations, some story points, etc. so that it would work for Ireland. It was a strange thing to do, but I enjoyed working with Paul again and the Irish film crew and actors are the best.

Wilson's favorite three movies of his entire filmography.

Wilson’s favorite three movies of his entire filmography.

Out of the entire Don “The Dragon” Wilson filmography, pick three of your favorites and explain why they’re your favorite.

Of course, Bloodfist because it was my first starring role as the lead actor. Redemption, because my best friend, Chris Penn worked with me in that one and, now that he’s gone. I appreciate every minute we spent together on the set, working out together, and the “partying” of course. Lionstrike because my son Jonathan was 5 years old and worked with me on location for much of the shoot. Usually, when you work on a film, you don’t see your family. But, because he was playing my son in the film, we spent lots of time together. Another bonus was working with the director Rick Jacobson and choreographer Art Camacho. They were a great team and did an excellent job as always.

In reality, this shot from "Bloodfist" was actually a dangerous stunt.

In reality, this shot from “Bloodfist” was actually a dangerous stunt.

Since you do most, if not all, of your own stunts, have you ever had a near-death/dangerous experience while making a movie?

In Bloodfist I ran along the top of an active volcano. I could have fallen because I wanted the shot to look good so I stayed VERY close to the edge. I would not do that today. I also did a fight scene on top of a moving train… nothing safe about that either. I held onto the “Skids” of a helicopter as it rose about 30 feet without being attached in any way. I just used my hands… and they were getting very tired just before the director called “CUT”! I stood on the edge of a building, 10 floors up, in downtown LA. It was only for a few minutes but I kept thinking “earthquake”! I could go on but it’s making me nervous so I better stop. There are some risky things involved in shooting independent action films but I am always surrounded by competent professional stunt people so the risks are minimized.

The original posters for "Bloodfist I & II," the two films that launched Wilson's film career.

The original posters for “Bloodfist I & II,” the two films that launched Wilson’s film career.

I vividly remember the original poster for 1989’s Bloodfist which clearly says “Don Wilson would kick Van Damme’s ass in one round!” by a critic. It’s obviously true since you’re a World Kickboxing Champion. I’ve read reports, dating back to the early late 80’s/90’s, that producer Roger Corman was trying to get you and Van Damme the ring. How close was this to happening?

I have met Jean-Claude Van Damme and he was very friendly. I’ve enjoyed many of his films and have the utmost respect for him as an action star. However, I do not tolerate anyone who lies about their “kickboxing” background and record. That’s the only problem between us and the fight offer from Corman was just a publicity stunt because it would have been like Tyson fighting Stallone. It’s one thing to “act” like a fighter and a completely different thing to have a trained professional trying to decapitate you in the ring.

The Dragon's favorite movies.

The Dragon’s favorite movies.

If we looked at your personal DVD collection, name a few movies we would find in your collection.

Crash, Star Trek, The Wrestler, The Funeral, Reservoir Dogs, Mystic River and Billy Jack.

Who is your favorite martial arts star of all time? And which of his/her movies are your absolute favorite. And why?

Bruce Lee. Enter the Dragon because he was a “true” martial artist and incorporated his philosophy into several of his films. He was able to entertain, inspire, and promote the positive aspects of the martial arts at the same time.

Every entertainer or product has had their “friendly” rivals. Coke had Pepsi. Apple had Microsoft. The Beatles had The Beach Boys. Stallone had Schwarzenegger. Who was Don “The Dragon” Wilson’s rival?

I do not consider any “actor” a “rival”. We are all doing our best to entertain the action fans and there is more competition from comedies, drama, etc; So it’s best to stay positive and work hard to make a good film.

"Enter the Dragon" Japanese Theatrical Poster

“Enter the Dragon” Japanese Theatrical Poster

Are you a fan of any particular “new” martial arts actor or movie of the last 10 years? (i.e. Tony Jaa, Donnie Yen, Scott Adkins, Iko Uwais…) feel free to mention anyone that comes to your mind. Please explain.

I am a “fan” of many new martial arts action stars. Michael Jai White is a friend and is doing great work. All the actors you mentioned are excellent and I’ll watch their films any chance I get.

If you can work with any actor (martial arts star or not), who would you choose?

Since Chuck Norris is my friend and I have the utmost respect for him as a martial artist, actor, and man, I’d love to work with him in an appropriate project. He was the first person in the industry that thought I could become a star. Unlike the other actors you mentioned, Chuck Norris was famous for his martial arts accomplishments before he said his first line of dialogue.

With Chuck Norris.

With Chuck Norris.

If you can work with any film director, who would you choose?

James Cameron because we are both graduates from the “Roger Corman School of Film” and I think it would be great to have a filmmaker of his caliber directing a martial arts action film.

You’re both a successful professional fighter and an money-making action star. Now you’re entering the world of fashion with your own clothing line called “Dragon TraditionZ.” And from what we understand, you are also getting in gear for the first “Dragon TraditonZ” produced movie. Please tell us about that as well.

"The Martial Arts Kid" Teaser Poster

“The Martial Arts Kid” Teaser Poster

My brother was my Kung Fu teacher and manager during my fight career. He helped finance my move to Los Angeles and has “been in my corner” throughout my life. It was his idea for the two of us to join forces and create a brand of martial arts clothing that could be modern and traditional at the same time. He felt the TAPOUT-AFFLICTION Tattoo, biker, Celtic, Skulls, etc. – while popular – did not embody or promote the positive aspects of traditional martial arts. DRAGON TRADITIONZ is being sold all over the world and is rapidly growing in popularity. We have schools, equipment stores and clothing stores all over the world carrying our brand; as well as a presence at many major events. Thanks to all our supporters. Check out the new designs at www.traditionz.us.

The new film (The Martial Arts Kid) the company is producing will highlight myself, and our other celebrity endorser Cynthia “The Lady Dragon” Rothrock, as a “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” married couple meets “The Karate Kid,” dealing with a “troubled” youth-family member. I love that it’s shooting in Florida because it makes me feel I’ve come “full circle” regarding films and the martial arts. I started fighting in Cocoa Beach and that’s where we’ll film.

Any closing comments to your fans?

I would like to thank all those who have supported me as a fighter and now as an actor.  I appreciate your support and hope to meet you and thank you personally one day.

Special thanks to Don “The Dragon” Wilson, who took the time to do this interview; and to James Wilson, who made it happen.

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A rundown of Wong Kar Wai at LA’s New Beverly Cinema

"The Grandmaster" International Theatrical Poster

"The Grandmaster" International Theatrical Poster

Last night, Sunday, January 5th, Quentin Tarantino’s New Beverly Cinema hosted a screening of Wong Kar Wai’s The Grandmaster as part of The Weinstein Company’s annual awards season publicity blitz.

Annapurna Pictures founder Megan Ellison, an executive producer, spoke before the film. Dressed all in black, Ellison stood at front of the small, packed theater, and talked of her longstanding admiration of Wong Kar Wai, and her desire, when she entered the film business, to work with artists like him.

Ellison then introduced the filmmaker, who thanked The Weinstein Company and Tarantino for arranging a 35mm screening of the film, the first ever – though The Grandmaster was shot on 35mm, neither Kar Wai nor cinematographer Philippe Le Sourd, also in attendance, had ever seen it on film.

The version of the film shown differed significantly from the one previously reviewed on this site. In addition to being a full 30 minutes shorter than the international version, the American theatrical cut contains a different narrative focus. Subplots are excised, characters removed, and different aspects of the main story –  the relationship between Ip Man and Gong Err – are brought to the fore.

The Beverly Cinema marquee at its best.

The Beverly Cinema marquee at its best.

When asked during the post-film Q&A about the differences between the American and international versions, Kar Wai spoke of his contractual obligation to deliver a film with a running time of less than two hours. Rather than create a diluted cut of the international version, he wanted to use footage that didn’t make it into the international edit to create a new vision of The Grandmaster.

Kar Wai began the Q&A by explaining that, in making The Grandmaster, he sought to highlight the responsibility each martial artist has to the form, and the great traditions of all the forms of martial arts present throughout China. The martial artist does not own the form, he explained, but rather is part of a lineage, and owes responsibility to that lineage. Kar Wai set out to stress these elements over the criteria of personal achievement and pure physical prowess that dominates so many martial arts films.

This theme manifests itself in the film through the character of Ip Man, who lives through a period of great turbulence. As Kar Wai himself said, “At the end, you realize the film is not only about one person, but the time.” Throughout the vast historical changes of his time, Ip Man maintains a center to his being through Wing Chun, and his place in its lineage.

Wong Kar Wai, Philippe Le Sourd and an LA Times reporter.

Wong Kar Wai, Philippe Le Sourd and an LA Times reporter.

Kar Wai himself grew up on a Hong Kong street littered with martial arts schools. Though he never practiced martial arts, he’s long been fascinated with them. In order to accurately and respectfully represent martial arts in The Grandmaster, the filmmaker spent three years traveling throughout China doing research. During this time he met with actual grandmasters, who lent their expertise to the film.

Kar Wai and Le Sourd spoke at length about the process of making the film. The journey began on an unfortunate note – lead actor Tony Leung broke his arm in rehearsals, forcing drastic changes to the production schedule.  These changes forced the production to move to northern Manchuria in the dead of winter. They faced temperatures of -20 C during harsh overnight shoots for a train station fight.

That train station fight was the first sequence shot for the The Grandmaster. Because of this, a great deal of back and forth took place between Kar Wai, Le Sourd, fight choreographer Yuen Woo-ping, and the actual grandmasters on set. Long, freezing nights were spent figuring out how to accurately portray grandmasters fighting, while also creating sequences that worked on film. Kar Wai remembered, with a chuckle, one particularly frigid night when Yuen Woo-ping’s coat caught on fire because he stood too close to a space heater.

Wong Kar Wai and author, Ghost Dragon Triad.

Wong Kar Wai and author, Ghost Dragon Triad.

Le Sourd joked about the number of close-ups of feet he shot, stating that eventually, whenever Kar Wai would open his mouth to speak, Le Sourd would respond “I know, I know. Feet close-ups.”

The Grandmaster marks the first feature-length collaboration between Le Sourd and Kar Wai, who previously collaborated on a number of short and commercial projects. Kar Wai mentioned that Le Sourd is extremely devoted to his family – a wife and four children – and so doesn’t like leaving France for long periods. When the two first talked of The Grandmaster, Kar Wai spoke of a six-month project. The two spent nearly three years working together on the film, all told.

When asked of his improvisational style, Kar Wai took offense to that phrasing, stating that, while he works in a loose manner, it isn’t improvisation. He doesn’t start a picture with a complete script because he writes everyday, coming up with scenes as the project develops and the actors grow into their characters. “It’s almost like a tailor-made process,” he explained.

“It’s important to work with a very close team, especially actors who understand the process,” he elaborated. The back and forth between Kar Wai and his actors creates the fully fleshed characters of his films, and from these characters the narrative grows and changes. “It’s almost almost like a dance,” he explained. He further noted that it’s a largely unspoken process. With Tony Leung, for instance, Kar Wai pitches a role, Tony makes it his own, and, during filming, they push and pull along the way while the project grows and develops.

Grand

Grand

Leung, a big Bruce Lee fan, jumped at the chance to portray Lee’s master Ip Man on film. When Kar Wai told the actor he’d have to learn to do all the martial arts himself, Leung joked, “It’s not too late, I’m only 47.” Leung then went through two years of training, during which he broke his arm twice.

Kar Wai ended the Q&A by stating, “The tradition of martial arts is not in good shape today.” He hopes The Grandmaster will inspire more films, and practitioners, to focus on the heritage, philosophy, and spirituality of martial arts. He said the living grandmasters he interviewed expressed the same desire. “This is a once in a lifetime chance,” Kar Wai explained. “We just want to make it right.”

After the event, trucks provided free Chinese food and Korean BBQ outside the theater, on Beverly Boulevard. Kar Wai mingled briefly, signing autographs and taking photos with fans, while sipping beer from a small plastic cup, before disappearing into the night.

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R.I.P. Run Run Shaw: Entertainment Tycoon

"The One-Armed Swordsman" Chinese Theatrical Poster

"The One-Armed Swordsman" Chinese Theatrical Poster

Entertainment tycoon Run Run Shaw, who was best known for co-founding the Shaw Brothers Studio and Hong Kong’s TVB – has died of cancer at the age of 107.

According to scmp.com: Shaw attracted top talents to the station, the city’s largest film studio and television broadcaster, ushering in what many call the golden age of TV entertainment in Hong Kong. In addition, Shaw was also a philanthropist who donated billions to charity, schools and hospitals.

To cityonfire.com, Shaw’s presence will live through film’s like Come Drink with Me, The One Armed Swordsman and The 36th Chamber of Shaolin. Our condolences go out to Run Run Shaw’s family and friends.

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Ready for the Hong Kong version of ‘Pacific Rim’?

"Red Jade" Promotional Poster

"Red Jade" Promotional Poster

Kaiju and Ultraman (well, kind of) fans rejoice! According to Beyond Hollywood, financing for a Hong Kong-made giant monster flick called Red Jade, is reportedly 100% complete. We should expect a release from Worldwide Film Entertainment in 2015.

Here’s the official plot: An archaeology student and his professor find that vandals have loosened a ferocious earth-bound monster, wrecking havoc on the city of Hong Kong, and also discover a talisman that turns the young scholar into a superhero.

As of yet, there are no directors, writers or stars officially linked to Red Jade, but we’ll keep you updated. Until then, check out the promotional trailer.

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Cityonfire and Well Go USA are giving away 3 Blu-ray copies of ‘Badges of Fury’ – WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

Badges of Fury | Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

Badges of Fury | Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

Cityonfire.com and Well Go USA are giving away 3 Blu-ray copies of Badges of Fury to three lucky Cityonfire visitors. To enter, simply add a comment and list three Christmas gifts you received this year. We will be selecting three winners at random. Be sure to include your email address in the appropriate field so we can contact you for your home address. Additionally, you must ‘Like Us‘ on cityonfire.com’s Facebook by clicking here.

The Blu-ray & DVD for Badges of Fury will be officially released on January 7, 2014. We will announce the 3 lucky winners on January 16th and ship out the prizes immediately.

CONTEST DISCLAIMER: You must enter by January 15th to qualify. Also, because Well Go USA holds the film’s U.S. rights, only U.S. residents may enter the contest. We sincerely apologize to our non-U.S. visitors. Contest is subject to change without notice.

WINNERS: Congratulations to Nivekian, Jason W. and Rosemary. You have all been notified via email.

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Rewind This! | DVD & VHS (MPI Home Video)

Rewind This! | DVD & VHS (MPI Home Video)

Rewind This! | DVD & VHS (MPI Home Video)

RELEASE DATE: January 14, 2014

MPI Home Video presents the DVD & VHS for Rewind This! VHS vs. Beta! In the 1980s, videotape changed the world and laid the foundation for modern media culture. Rewind This! traces the rise and fall of VHS from its heyday as the mainstream home video format to its current status as a nostalgic relic and prize to collectors who still cherish it. Featuring interviews with both filmmakers and enthusiasts from the VHS era (from Troma legend Lloyd Kaufman to Toei Video’s Kazuo Kato). Watch the trailer.

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Deal on Fire! Robocop: 4K Remaster | Blu-ray | Only $7.99 – Expires soon!

Robocop: 4K Remaster | Blu-ray (MGM)

Robocop: 4K Remaster | Blu-ray (MGM)

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for 1987’s Robocop, directed by Paul Verhoeven (Starship Troopers). Now featuring a 4K remaster on Blu-ray for flawless sound and spectacular image quality! When a good cop (Peter Weller) gets blown away by ruthless thugs, innovative scientists and doctors piece him back together as an unstoppable crime-fighting cyborg called Robocop.

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Enemies Closer | Blu-ray & DVD (Lionsgate)

Enemies Closer | Blu-ray & DVD (Lionsgate)

Enemies Closer | Blu-ray & DVD (Lionsgate)

RELEASE DATE: March 11, 2014

Lionsgate presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Enemies Closer, directed by Peter Hyams (Timecop, End of Days) and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, as a maniacal drug cartel lord. Two mortal enemies (Orlando Jones and Tom Everett Scott) must make a choice: put aside their past and work together, or die alone at the hands of a ruthless gang (headed by Van Damme) who will stop at nothing to retrieve their lost cargo. Watch the trailer

Posted in Asian Titles, DVD/Blu-ray New Releases, Martial Arts Titles |

Deal on Fire! Wu Tang: The Iron Fist 25-Film Collection | Blu-ray | Only $9 – Expires soon!

Wu Tang: The Iron Fist Blu-ray 25-Film Collection (First Look Pictures)

Wu Tang: The Iron Fist Blu-ray 25-Film Collection (First Look Pictures)

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for the Wu Tang: The Iron Fist Blu-ray Collection. If your budget is tight and you’re a fan of old school kung fu flicks, then you can’t go wrong with this collection. Out of the 25 films included, I’m sure there’s a pack of gems just waiting to get discovered! See comments below for a full description and title listing.

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Two action-packed trailers for ‘Once Upon a Time in Shanghai’

"Once Upon a Time in Shanghai" International Poster

"Once Upon a Time in Shanghai" International Poster

THE MOVIE: Once Upon a Time in Shanghai is a martial arts film directed by Wong Ching Po (Let’s Go!) with action choreography from the legendary Yuen Woo-ping (The Matrix). The plot involves a laborer who moves to Shanghai in the hope of becoming rich, but ends up using his kung fu skills to survive. The cast includes Phillip Ng (Bodyguards & Assassins, Naked Soldier), Andy On (Special Identity), Luxia Jiang (True Legend) and an actor you may have heard of named Sammo Hung.

Updates: A teaser trailer is online now, but it doesn’t feature any actual footage from the movie itself. It does, however, seem to indicate that Once Upon a Time in Shanghai will be a throwback to the martial arts flicks of old. | Latest poster for the film. | Film Combat Syndicates reports that Once Upon a Time in Shanghai will receive an Asian release in January 2014.

Head on over to M.M.A.C. for some new stills and a fight scene from the film. Andy On looks to be at the top of his game! | Check out the new trailer. | Film Combat Syndicate has the new trailer, stills and behind-the-scenes footage. Enjoy!

BREAKING NEWS: Two action-packed new trailers offer a deluge of martial arts fighting, including our first glimpse of Sammo Hung getting in on the action. Also, be sure to check out the latest poster.

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Angela Mao Double Feature: Lady Whirlwind & Hapkido | DVD (Shout! Factory)

Double Feature: Lady Whirlwind & Hapkido | DVD (Shout! Factory)

Double Feature: Lady Whirlwind & Hapkido | DVD (Shout! Factory)

RELEASE DATE: April 22, 2014

Shout! Factory presents the Angela Mao Double Feature: Lady Whirlwind & Hapkido DVD. Directed by Huang Feng (Stoner), 1972’s Lady Whirlwind (aka Deep Thrust) has Mao teaming up with Chang Yi to take on evil Japanese thugs. 1972’s Hapkido (aka Lady Kung Fu), also directed by Feng, has Sammo Hung and Carter Wong going forces with Mao as they take on, you guessed it, more Japanese baddies!  Trailers: Lady Whirlwind | Hapkido

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Deal on Fire! Terminator Anthology | Blu-ray | Only $14.99 – Expires soon!

"Terminator Anthology" Blu-ray Cover

"Terminator Anthology" Blu-ray Cover

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray set for the Terminator Anthology, which includes: 1984’s The Terminator, 1991’s Terminator 2: Judgment Day, 2003’s Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines and 2009’s Terminator Salvation. Not to mention a metalic mess of extra features. That’s about $3.50 a movie (about $4.50 a movie if you toss Terminator Salvation in the garbage).

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Exit Wounds | Blu-ray (Warner)

Exit Wounds | Blu-ray (Warner)

Exit Wounds | Blu-ray (Warner)

RELEASE DATE: April 22, 2014

Warner Bros. presents the Blu-ray for Steven Seagal’s Exit Wounds, directed by Andrzej Bartkowiak (Romeo Must Die). First time on Blu-ray! Orin Boyd (Seagal), a tough cop in an inner-city precinct discovers a web of dirty cops and corruption. Exit Wounds also stars Michael Jai White (Never Back Down 2), DMX, Isaiah Washington, Anthony Anderson, Bill Duke, Tom Arnold and Eva Mendes. Watch the trailer.

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