God help him! Nicolas Cage has been ‘Left Behind’

"Knowing" Japanese Theatrical Poster

"Knowing" Japanese Theatrical Poster

Move over Kirk Cameron. According to The Playlist (via Variety), Nicolas Cage is set to star in a reboot of the apocalyptic Christian-themed Left Behind. The $15 million picture will be based on the book of the same name by Tim LaHaye and Jerry Jenkins. The original Left Behind movie starred Growing Pain’s Kirk Cameron and spawned two straight-to-DVD sequels.

If you think the Cage version will be a Hollywood-ized, Christian-free take, think again. The production company responsible for the first three Left Behind movies are financing the reboot. In addition, Paul Lalonde, the writer/producer of the first films will continue his duties. Veteran stuntman Vic Armstrong, who worked on films such as On Her Majesty’s Secret Service and I Am Legend, will be directing.

Nicolas Cage isn’t the only tough guy doing Christian-themed movies between his usual action flicks. Martial arts star Gary Daniels (The Expendables, The Expendables: Director’s CutCity Hunter) recently wrapped up The Encounter and The Mark, which were both made with a touch of God.

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Mourning the loss of Japanese director Koji Wakamatsu

Koji Wakamatsu

Media outlets are reporting that Japanese filmmaker Koji Wakamatsu, aged 76, recently passed away after being struck by a Taxi.

Wakamatsu got his start in filmmaking with ‘pinku’ films, such as Go Go Second Time Virgin, in the 1960’s. These were softcore Japanese titles in which he could insert his subversive, anti-authoritarian themes without raising many eyebrows.

Later in Wakamatsu’s career, he obtained international acclaim thanks to works such as 2007’s United Red Army and 2010’s Caterpillar, both of which are currently streaming on Netflix Instant.

Although Wakamatsu’s films have not been widely available in the West, perhaps his untimely passing will spur Western distributors to take a chance on the considerable body of work he has left behind.

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Brad Pitt is ‘Killing Them Softly’ with his song – new international trailer!

"Killing Them Softly" Theatrical Poster

"Killing Them Softly" Theatrical Poster

From director Andrew Dominik, the stylish filmmaker behind The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford, comes Killing Them Softly, starring Brad Pitt, Ray Liotta and Richard Jenkins.

Killing Them Softly is about Jackie Cogan (Pitt), a professional enforcer who investigates a heist that went down during a mob-protected poker game. The film is based on the 1974 novel Cogan’s Trade, by George V. Higgins, Also starring Scoot McNairy, Ben Mendelsohn, James Gandolfini, Vincent Curatola, Trevor Long, Max Casella and Slaine.

Killing Them Softly opens November 30, 2012. Check out the trailer.

Updates: Indiewire has 6 new awesome posters for Killing Them Softly.

BREAKING NEWS: Check out the new international trailer.

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Legendary Amazons (2011) Review

"Legendary Amazons" Chinese Theatrical Poster

“Legendary Amazons” Chinese Theatrical Poster

Director: Frankie Chan
Cast: Cheng Pei Pei, Cecilia Cheung, Liu Xiaoqing, Yu Na, Richie Ren, Yukari Oshima, Kathy Chow, Ge Chun Yuan, Chang Chen, Chen Zihan, Jin Qiao Qiao, David Lam, Liu Dong, Katy Wang Ti, Wang Lee Hom, Wu Ma, Simon Yam
Running Time: 109 min.

By HKFanatic

Love is a battlefield. Or at least that turns out to be the case in “Legendary Amazons,” a 2011 Chinese historical picture about the female members of the Yang Family. When their husbands are lost to war, these widows of great soldiers are forced to take up arms against the foreign army invading their country. If the story sounds familiar, it’s because the same historical event inspired the 1972 Shaw Brothers movie “The 14 Amazons.”

Promoted as a comeback vehicle for actress Cecilia Cheung, this modern version of the tale generated some pre-release hype due to Cheung’s tabloid woes and Jackie Chan handling producer duties. Once “Legendary Amazons” was actually released to the public, it received an absolute drubbing from critics and audiences alike. The box office results were dismal with a paltry US$ 42,000 in Hong Kong. Maybe I just have sympathy for the dark horse but I honestly didn’t think the movie was that bad.

The fact that this same story was previously interpreted by the Shaw Brothers is a crucial fact – as “Legendary Amazons” very much feels in the SB tradition. It’s a hell of a lot sloppier in its filmmaking and nowhere near as well-choreographed as a vintage Shaw Brothers movie, but the blend of intense melodrama and wire-assisted battles feels familiar.

After sitting through so many dry, overly serious Chinese historical pictures like “White Vengeance” and “A Battle of Wits,” it’s almost refreshing to see something as unabashedly goofy and brightly colored as “Legendary Amazons.” There’s a memorable scene where our female heroines cross a giant chasm by ordering their fellow soldiers to make a human bridge. Another character wields weapons that look like two giant baby rattlers – but, boy, do they pack a punch. This kind of plucky ‘historical accuracy be damned,’ comic book-like spirit is present throughout the entire picture.

It feels like the filmmakers’ key concern with “Legendary Amazons” was keeping the audience entertained. There is rarely a moment of downtime as the screenplay moves from battle sequence to battle sequence. Naturally, the actors are a bit left in the dust by all of the spectacle. Richie Ren looks out of place here with his period wig, while there are so many other female warriors in the story that Cecilia Cheung barely registers. If this film was truly engineered to be her big comeback vehicle, director Frankie Chan should have taken better care to spotlight his actress.

This movie has been lambasted by nearly every critical outlet for its silly costumes, weak performances, poor special effects, and cartoony action. For what it’s worth, I still say “Legendary Amazons” is enjoyable if viewed as a modern B-movie attempting to recreate that old-school Shaw Brothers feel. But it’s highly likely that only the most forgiving fans of Asian cinema will be entertained by Frankie Chan’s earnest but flawed production.

HKFanatic’s Rating: 6/10

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The latest on the steampunk martial arts flick ‘Tai Chi 0’ – fight scene!

"Tai Chi O" International Theatrical Poster

"Tai Chi O" International Theatrical Poster

THE MOVIE: Tai Chi 0 (aka Tai Chi Zero) is directed by House of Fury’s Stephen Fung with Ip Man’s Sammo Hung serving as action director. The film stars Xiao-chao Yuan, William Feng, Eddie Peng, Shu Qi, Daniel Wu, Tony Leung Ka Fai and Angela Baby.

The film’s plot revolves around Yang (Xiao-chao Yuan), who travels to Chen Village to learn a powerful form of Tai Chi. Though villagers are forbidden from teaching outsiders, Yang becomes their best hope for survival when a man arrives with a plan to build a railroad through the village.

Updates: Indiewire reports that Well Go USA will be distributing Tai Chi 0.

Check out the first teaser trailer! In addition, HKMDB.com has posted color promotional “subway” posters for the film. Chinese Films has a new Cannes promotional poster for the film, which reiterates the fact that this is part one of a planned trilogy.

Cityonfire.com has received a press release from Well Go USA stating that Stephen Fung’s Tai Chi 0 will see a theatrical release in North America on October 26th. Variance Films will handle distribution. We’ll keep you posted on how wide the release will be. Says Jason Pfardrescher, Vice President of Well Go USA, of the film: “It’s awesome, it’s martial arts, it’s gorgeous and groundbreaking and a no-brainer. We’re massive fans and freaked out when we saw it.

It was previously announced that Tai Chi 0 would ultimately become a trilogy of films. Now Chinese Films reports that the first two installments of Tai Chi 0 will hit Chinese theaters only a month apart. The first part releases on September 28th, followed by the second part on October 26th. Both films will screen in 2D and 3D. The cast includes famous Hong Kong stars Daniel Wu, Tony Leung Ka-Fai, and Shu Qi.

The second installment is officially titled Tai Chi Hero. Here’s a new trailer for the first film. Stop over here for a ton of new character posters. The American trailer for the film is online, courtesy of Apple Quicktime. Release date is set for October 19th, 2012. A new Chinese language trailer for the film is now online.

Ten new posters for the film are now online. In an interview with Elle Men, creators Stephen Fung and Daniel Wu express some boredom with the state of the Chinese film industry – filled with costume dramas and romantic comedies – and the desire to shake things up. Fung says: “We’re not sure if [Tai Chi 0] will be successful or not, but at least we tried to change.” A new Machinima-exclusive trailer is online, featuring an English dubbed voiceover.

Variety posted an interview with newcomer Xiao-chao Yuan, the star of Tai Chi 0. The two-time world champion and gold medalist (in the practice of wushu) states: “I grew up with Jet Li’s movies, and I was influenced by him.”

BREAKING NEWS: Enjoy a clip of a fight scene!

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New Korean action thriller makes a ‘Confession of Murder’

"Confession of Murder" Korean Theatrical Poster

The Korean commercial moviemaking machine continues to roll out the hits. New film Confession of Murder looks like a slick action/thriller in the vein of the popular Public Enemy movies. The plot follows a dogged detective, played by Jung Jae-Young (Moss), on the trail of a serial killer with 10 victims to his name. 15 years later, the statue of limitations on the crimes has run out – and now a slick, manipulative young man (Park Shi Hoo) has published a tell-all book claiming responsibility for the murders.

It’s up to our protagonist to sort fact from fiction and bring the real killer to justice. Hop on over to Far East Films to catch the full-length trailer for the film, which promises high production values and intense chase sequences. Expect Confession of Murder to reveal itself in South Korean theaters this November.

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Blu-ray and DVD Releases for 10/16/12

Legendary Amazons Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

Legendary Amazons Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

It’s slim pickings this week. Studios are using this time to dump 3D Blu-rays on us, but let’s not overlook some of the quality foreign films and hi-def horror releases coming out as well. If you’re interested in any of these titles, you can support the site by ordering through our affiliate. We appreciate it!

Here are your Blu-ray and DVD releases for the week of 10/16/12:

ASIAN CINEMA

Legendary Amazons (Blu-ray/DVD) – distributor Well Go USA brings Frankie Chan’s 2011 Chinese historical action film to home formats. Starring Cecilia Cheung and Richie Ren in an adaptation of the same story that inspired the Shaw Brothers’ “The 14 Amazons”

Spellbound (DVD) – a horror-themed romantic comedy set in the world of professional magic! This 2011 Korean film arrives courtesy of CJ Entertainment

FOREIGN CINEMA

Turn Me On, Dammit! (Blu-ray/DVD) – this 2011 Norwegian coming-of-age comedy about a sexually frustrated teenage girl won rave reviews from critics

The Forgiveness of Blood (Blu-ray/DVD) – a 2011 film about a bloodfeud in northern Albania, in hi-def from the Criterion Collection

Nobody Else But You (DVD) – this 2011 French film is described as a cross between “Twin Peaks” and the Coen Brothers

Sexual Chronicles of a French Family (DVD) – a 2012 French comedy about a family who is forced to confront their sexual mores

MAINSTREAM

Moonrise Kingdom (Blu-ray/DVD) – this 2012 effort from writer/director Wes Anderson is a tale of young love with a high-profile cast, including Bruce Willis and Ed Norton

Avatar (Blu-ray+DVD) – in this re-release of James Cameron’s 2009 blockbuster, you’ll receive a 3D Blu-ray + regular Blu-ray + DVD combo

H.B. Halicki’s Original Gone in 60 Seconds (Blu-ray) – not to be confused with the 90’s remake starring Nicolas Cage, this is the 1974 original film about grand theft auto

Dragon Eyes (DVD) – one of the 2012 ActionFest films, this gritty flick from “Universal Soldier: Regeneration” director John Hyams stars MMA fighter Cung Le and Jean-Claude Van Damme

Stash House (DVD) – Dolph Lundgren plays against type as an evil drug dealer in this 2012 ActionFest entry

El Gringo (DVD) – Cityonfire.com’s icon Scott Adkins head South of the Border for some heroic bloodshed in this 2012 ActionFest movie

Transit (DVD) – this 2012 ActionFest entry stars Jim Caviezel as a hapless motorist whose family is caught up in the bad guys’ scheme

Philly Kid (DVD) – in contrast to the other 2012 ActionFest flicks, this is a ‘Rocky’-style underdog story set in the world of UFC fighting

Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun Li (Blu-ray/DVD) – if you can believe it, this extremely unpopular 2009 video game adaptation had long since gone out of print. Now it’s back on Blu-ray and DVD

Last Ride (DVD) – in this 2009 Australian drama, Hugo Weaving plays a petty criminal struggling with fatherhood

Mark (Blu-ray/DVD) – martial arts sensation Gary Daniels co-stars alongside Eric Roberts in this 2012 faith-based action movie made for families

ANIMATION

Pete’s Dragon: 35th Anniversary Edition (Blu-ray) – this beloved 1977 Disney film offers a blend of live-action and animation

CLASSICS

Letter From an Unknown Woman (Blu-ray) – a 1948 Hollywood melodrama from director Max Ophuls

Suddenly (Blu-ray/DVD) – Frank Sinatra stars as a hitman in this low-budget 1954 film noir

Three Secrets (Blu-ray/DVD) – Olive Films offers this 1950 drama about adoption and a child’s life hanging in the balance from “West Side Story” director Robert Wise

HORROR

The Funhouse (Blu-ray/DVD) – Shout! Factory’s new label Scream Factory presents this 1981 feature from Tobe Hooper, director of “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre”

Terror Train (Blu-ray/DVD) – Scream Factory also presents this 1980 feature starring Jamie Lee Curtis. One of the first movies to capitalize on the post-“Halloween” slasher movie craze

Exorcism (with Demoniac): Remastered Edition (Blu-ray/DVD) – Redemption Films continues their exemplary hi-def releases of 70’s horror films with this 1974 feature from director Jess Franco

Female Vampire (with Erotikill): Remastered Edition (Blu-ray/DVD) – a 1973 outing from the French master of horror sleaze, Jess Franco

Excision (Blu-ray/DVD) – this 2012 sick ‘n twisted horror film follows a high school student who will do anything to please her domineering mother

Rite of Passage (Blu-ray/DVD) – Magnet Films delivers this 2011 horror/thriller about an ancient ritual gone horribly wrong. Starring Stephen Dorff, Wes Bentley, and Christian Slater

Chernobyl Diaries (Blu-ray/DVD) – a 2012 horror film about a group of teens who decide to go sight-seeing in the ruins of Chernobyl

Greystone Park (Blu-ray/DVD) – a low-budget, found footage 2012 horror movie debut for Sean Stone, the son of Oliver Stone

Night of the Living Dead 3D: Re-Animation (Blu-ray/DVD) – Jeffrey Combs (“Re-Animator”) headlines this 2012 zombie tale…in 3D

Don’t Answer the Phone: Remastered Edition (DVD) – Katrina’s Nightmare Theater presents this 1980 horror/exploitation flick about a Vietnam vet strangling young women

Airborne (DVD) – a 2012 horror film about terror in the skies stars Mark Hamill as an air traffic controller

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The Unjust DVD (Pathfinder Home Entertainment)

The Unjust DVD (Pathfinder Home Entertainment)

The Unjust DVD (Pathfinder Home Entertainment)

RELEASE DATE: December 11, 2012

Pathfinder Home Entertainment presents the DVD for Ryu Seung-Wan’s The Unjust, a movie about corruption in the South Korean justice system. A critical and commercial success, this one has shades of Infernal Affairs, and obviously The Departed. Be sure and read our review. Check out the trailer.

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Bullet Vanishes, The (2012) Review

"The Bullet Vanishes" Chinese Theatrical Poster

“The Bullet Vanishes” Chinese Theatrical Poster

Director: Law Chi Leung
Cast: Lau Ching Wan, Nicholas Tse Ting Fung, Yang Mi, Jing Boran, Wu Gang, Liu Kai Chi, Jiang Yiyan, Gao Hu, Yumiko Cheng Hei Yi, Chin Kar Lok
Running Time: 100 min.

By HKFanatic

Ever since the first trailer for “The Bullet Vanishes” hit the web, the film has been labeled a Chinese take on Guy Ritchie’s 2009 “Sherlock Holmes” film. While the movies do share some superficial similarities – mostly in the realm of musical score and production design – “The Bullet Vanishes” is its own beast. Well, to be fair, director Chi-Leung Law (“Koma”) does lift a slow-motion explosion from Ritchie’s movie…but the comparisons stop there.

After all, “The Bullet Vanishes” gives us not one but two ace detectives trying to solve a most perplexing case. That’s right, Nicholas Tse and Lau Ching-Wan aren’t so much an ‘Eastern Sherlock and Watson’ as they are a Sherlock and Sherlock duo.

Although Nicholas Tse receives top billing, Lau Ching-Wan feels like the lead here and he exudes confidence while steering the movie. The veteran actor spent a few years taking a detour into the realm of romantic comedies, but as of late Lau Ching-Wan seems to be returning to genre territory with films like “Mad Detective” and “Fairy Tale Killer.” If you’re a fan of Wan’s past work in Milkyway flicks like “The Longest Nite” and “A Hero Never Dies,” then you’ll agree that it’s damn good to have him back. He’s an actor capable of displaying cunning intelligence and subtle compassion, both of which his role in “The Bullet Vanishes” calls for.

In the film, a series of murders at a weapons factory spins the surrounding area of Shanghai into turmoil. A prison superintendent recently promoted to detective, Lau Ching Wan travels to the area to work with local cop Nicholas Tse on the case. What’s most puzzling about the murders is that no bullets were found in the bodies, even though the victims were clearly killed by gunfire. During their investigation, our sleuthing duo will have to contend with a factory owner who isn’t afraid to let his tommy gun do the talking; assorted gangsters; and crime scenes that are most reluctant to give up clues.

The production values on “The Bullet Vanishes” are strong, with a slick, big-budget look – almost too slick since the camera is always perched to show off the gigantic sets that are conspicuously empty, driving home the fact that they are merely sets. One particularly creative touch from director Chi-Leung Law is an expository scene that plays out like a black & white silent movie of the era.

On the downside: while the female members of the cast are invariably gorgeous, particularly Nicholas Tse’s love interest Yang Mi, their characters seem like a mere afterthought in the script. The obligatory love scene between Nicholas and his beau comes out of nowhere. And while the filmmakers manage to wrap up their twisty plot in a manner that is satisfactory and neat, they must have thought it was too neat – a last minute game-changing plot twist comes out of nowhere just before the credits roll. Viewers may find they have to twist their brain in knots to make sense of this late-in-the-game revelation, but I’m pretty sure it makes sense. Mostly sure.

“The Bullet Vanishes” is in keeping with the current trend of Chinese moviemaking: a commercial premise with high production values and big name actors. However, the film is not so mass assembled that it lacks personality. Fans of the actors or mystery/thrillers in general should be entertained for the movie’s entire duration. Nicholas Tse continues to age gracefully, not shying away from complex roles, and Chinese genre movies are just plain better off now that Lau Ching-Wan is back.

HKFanatic’s Rating: 7/10

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Tony Leung fights ‘The Silent War’ on Import Blu-ray and DVD

"The Silent War" Chinese Theatrical Poster

Coming to Import Blu-ray and DVD this Friday, October 12th, is the Chinese-language espionage thriller The Silent War. And you couldn’t ask for a better pedigree than the team behind this movie. Directed by Alan Mak and Felix Chong, the filmmaking duo who brought us Infernal Affairs II and the Donnie Yen action epic The Lost Bladesman, the film stars Tony Leung Chiu Wai – one of the most respected actors in Hong Kong – alongside the lovely Xhou Zun (Painted Skin – The Resurrection).

Courtesy of trusted retailer DDDHouse, The Silent War sneaks onto Region A Blu-ray for only $18.97. A Region A Blu-ray will play on any North American Blu-ray player. Or snag the Region 3 DVD for only $12.18. But a Region 3 DVD will require an Import player. Both discs contain English subtitles.

Set in the 1950’s, the film follows Tony Leung as a blind piano tuner who is recruited by the Chinese military due to his exceptional hearing. Zhou Xun plays Leung’s handler and, in a nice reversal of traditional gender roles, she is the one who must defend him in hand-to-hand combat on occasion. The Silent War continues Alan Mak and Felix Chong’s hot streak of well-made, lavishly produced commercial thrillers.

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Alfred ‘Hitchcock’ Presents…the story behind Psycho

"Hitchcock" American Theatrical Poster

In theaters this November 23rd, 2012 is Hitchcock, a film highly anticipated by movie buffs as it stars Anthony Hopkins as Alfred Hitchcock – probably the most famous film director of all time – in a behind the scenes looking at the making of Psycho. Academy Award-winner Helen Mirren co-stars as Hitchcock’s loyal wife Alma Reville, and you can also look for Scarlett Johansson as actress Janet Leigh and Jessica Biel as Vera Miles.

Apple premiered the trailer today in glorious Quicktime. The rest of the high-profile cast includes Danny Huston, Toni Colette, and James D’Arcy. We shall have to wait and see if Hitchcock develops any Oscar buzz of its own. Hollywood tends to love movies about Hollywood, although the trailer doesn’t exactly portray the movie studios of the late 1950’s in a favorable light – apparently Mr. Hitchcock was forced to mortgage his own house in order to finance Psycho.

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Kim Ki-duk’s ‘Pieta’ is coming to North America

"Pieta" Korean Theatrical Poster

Iconoclast director and all around Korean filmmaking ‘bad boy’ Kim Ki-duk has begun shooting his next film, titled Pieta. This is his 18th movie. Reportedly, the idea for Pieta arose because Kim Ki-duk wanted to delve into the theme of evil, and whether or not “human beings have evilness as one of their innate qualities.

The plot follows a heartless man whose job is to go around and harass people to pay back their debtors. He has no family to speak of until one day a middle-aged woman randomly appears and claims to be his biological mother. Thanks to Asian Movie Pulse for the scoop

Update: Here’s the first trailer for the film.

BREAKING NEWS: You may have heard that Pieta won the Golden Lion award for Best Film at this year’s Venice International Film Festival. Not only that, but South Korea has made it their official submission for Best Foreign Picture at this year’s Academy Awards. Hot off this success, Kim Ki-duk’s Pieta has been picked up by Drafthouse Pictures for a Video On Demand and limited theatrical release in North America sometime in 2013.

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Are you ‘Driven’ by a ‘Drive’ sequel? Nicolas Winding Refn isn’t

James Sallis' "Driven"

James Sallis' "Driven"

In 2011, James Sallis’ book Drive was brought to the big screen by Nicolas Winding Refn and Ryan Gosling. Upon its premier at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival, the movie received a standing ovation and Refn was awarded “Best Director.” Since then, Drive has become an instant cult classic, securing Refn as one of Hollywood’s hottest directors and officially proving Gosling as a lead tough guy.

Two months ago, Sallis released Driven, a sequel to his 2005 novel, which takes place seven years after Drive ends: “He is trying to suppress the violence – but the sequel shows the process of him accepting that this is who he is. He tries to become a normal person and re-invents himself,” says Sallis.

Sallis says that movie producers are loving Driven and that it’s definitely in the movie pipeline. The big question: Will Refn return to the director’s chair? After all, it was his blend of neo-noir, ultra violence and ’80s film-influence that made the original a unique experience. If Refn does return, we know that Gosling will be back; after all, the two have been inseparable since teaming up in the original Drive (the two are currently working on Only God Forgives and a Logan’s Run remake). Be sure and read the full interview with Sallis, courtesy of The Independent. Beware of spoilers regarding Driven. Also, be sure and check out our review for Drive.

Updates: According to Evening Standard. (via The Citizen), this is what Nicolas Winding Refn said about a Drive sequel: “That is never going to happen. But the character of The Driver might return in another film. We’re playing with that idea. We’ll see what happens.”

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Dragon (aka Wu Xia) Blu-ray & DVD (The Weinstein Company)

Dragon (aka Wu Xia) Blu-ray & DVD (Anchor Bay)

Dragon (aka Wu Xia) Blu-ray & DVD (Anchor Bay)

RELEASE DATE: April 16, 2013

Anchor Bay presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Dragon (aka Wu Xia). Liu (Donnie Yen) is a villager whose quiet life is shattered when he saves a man from two notorious gangsters. He comes under investigation by a detective (Takeshi Kaneshiro), who is curious on how Liu single-handenly took on the gangsters. Watch the trailer. If you can’t wait, Dragon is currently available to stream. Read our review.

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‘The Expendables 2’ on Blu-ray & DVD this November 20th

"The Expendables 2" Blu-ray Cover

"The Expendables 2" Blu-ray Cover

The Expendables are back and this time it is personal! The biggest action-adventure superstars from around the world reunite in the next chapter. The Expendables 2, exploding into homes on Blu-ray Disc (plus Digital Copy plus UV), DVD (plus Digital Copy plus UV), Digital Download, On Demand and Pay-Per-View November 20 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment.

In addition to Sylvester Stallone, The Expendables 2 features an all-star team of the most bad-ass classic action stars of all time including Jason Statham (Safe), Jet Li (Hero), Dolph Lundgren (Rocky IV), Terry Crews (Terminator Salvation), Randy Couture (Setup) with Bruce Willis (Die Hard) and Arnold Schwarzenegger (The Terminator) and newest cast members Chuck Norris (The Delta Force), Liam Hemsworth (The Hunger Games), Scott Adkins (The Bourne Ultimatum) also Jean-Claude Van Damme (Timecop) and the first female Expendable Yu Nan (In Love We Trust). Based on characters created by David Callaham; story by Ken Kaufman & David Agosto and Richard Wenk; with a screenplay by Richard Wenk and Sylvester Stallone; directed by Simon West.

The action-packed Blu-ray Disc and DVD are filled with kick-ass bonus features including behind-the-scenes featurettes along with audio commentary with the director, a gag reel and deleted scenes. The Expendables 2 Blu-ray Disc and DVD will be available for the suggested retail price of $39.99 and $29.95, respectively.

Features Include: Deleted Scenes, Gag Reel, Gods of War: Assembling Earth’s Mightiest Antiheroes, On the Assault: The real-life weaponry of The Expendables, Big Guns, Bigger Heroes: The 1980s and the rise of the action film, Guns for Hire: The real Expendables and Audio commentary with director Simon West.

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