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Samurai Revolution Trilogy | Blu-ray (Arrow)

On March 31, 2026, Arrow is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) set for Eiichi Kudo’s Samurai Revolution Trilogy (pre-order from Goodie Emporium today) which includes 1963’s 13 Assassins, 1964’s The Great Killing, and 1967’s 11 Samurai. Throughout Japanese cinema, the image of the noble samurai righting wrongs katana in hand remains a fixture of the jidaigeki genre, with the authoritarianism and corruption of the country’s medieval past often attenuated for … Continue reading

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Stray Dog | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Criterion)

Stray Dogs | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Criterion)

On May 5, 2026, Criterion is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for 1949’s Stray Dog, Akira Kurosawa’s masterful mix of film noir and police thriller set on the sweltering mean streets of occupied Tokyo. A bad day gets worse for young detective Murakami when a pickpocket steals his gun on a crowded bus. Desperate to right the wrong, he goes undercover, scavenging Tokyo’s sweltering streets for the stray dog … Continue reading

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Aesthetics of a Bullet | Blu-ray (Radiance)

On May 18, 2026, Radiance is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for Aesthetics of a Bullet, a 1973 thriller from director Sadao Nakajima (The Japanese Godfather Trilogy). A yakuza gang selects a good-for-nothing street vendor to stir up trouble in enemy territory. With a flashy suit, a gun and a pocketful of money, he feels like

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Forbidden City | 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray (Well Go USA)

Looks like Bruce isn’t the only dragon kicking it in Rome! Get ready for Forbidden City (aka Kung Fu in Rome), an upcoming martial arts actioner starring Yaxi Liu, who is perhaps best known as Liu Yifei’s stunt double in Disney’s Mulan. Directed by Gabriele Mainetti (They Call Me Jeeg), this Italian production also stars Enrico Borello (Supersex), Marco Giallini (Rocco), and Sabrina

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The Touch | Blu-ray (Imprint)

In addition to their April line-up, which includes The Killer, Hard Boiled and Beijing Bicycle, AU Label Imprint has announced the Blu-ray for 2002’s The Touch, a martial arts film directed by Peter Pau (Zhong Kui: Snow Girl and the Dark Crystal) that stars Michelle Yeoh (Everything Everywhere All at Once). A sister and brother, the last heirs of a family of acrobats, are called upon by a Buddhist monk … Continue reading

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Red Beard | Blu-ray (BFI)

On May 11, 2026, BFI is releasing the Blu-ray (Region B) for Red Beard, a 1965 classic from Akira Kurosawa (Seven Samurai, Throne of Blood) – secure your copy at Goodie Emporium today! Akira Kurosawa’s intimate, episodic epic follows the socially ambitious young doctor (Yuzo Kayama) as he arrives at a rural clinic in 19th-century Japan to

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Blazing Fist | Blu-ray & DVD (Well Go USA)

Blazing Fist | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)

On March 31, 2026, Well Go USA is releasing the Blu-ray & DVD for Blazing Fists (aka Blue Fight), a 2025 martial arts drama from acclaimed cult director Takashi Miike (Yakuza Apocalypse, The Happiness of the Katakuris). Blazing Fists is written by Shin Kibayashi (Detective School Q) and is based on MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura’s autobiography, Street Legend. Asakura also served as a producer on the film. In Blazing Fists, … Continue reading

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Amsterdam Kill | Blu-ray (88 Films)

In April, 88 Films is releasing a Blu-ray for Amsterdam Kill, a 1977 actioner from director Robert Clouse (Enter the Dragon, Game of Death). This Hong Kong/U.S. co-production between Golden Harvest and Columbia Pictures stars Robert Mitchum (Cape Fear) and Leslie Nielsen (The Naked Gun). Robert Mitchum is Quinlan, an ex-cop dragged back in the game when he’s given information that could stop the heroin trade. But there’s a lot of … Continue reading

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God of Gamblers II | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On April 27, 2026, 88 Films is releasing a Blu-ray for God of Gamblers II, a 1990 Hong Kong film written and directed by Wong Jing (City Hunter). The film sports an all-star cast that includes Andy Lau (High Forces), Stephen Chow (Final Justice), Monica Chan Ng Man-tat (Island on Fire), Sharla

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The Protector | 4K Ultra HD (88 Films)

On May 4, 2026, 88 Films is releasing a 4-Disc 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Region B) for The Protector, a 1985 actioner from director James Glickenhaus (The Exterminator) and Jackie Chan (The Shadow’s Edge). The film is now available for Pre-order at Goodie Emporium, so secure your copy today! After the kidnapping of a wealthy businessman’s daughter, maverick New York City cops Billy Wong (Chan) and Danny Garoni (Danny … Continue reading

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Tiger on the Beat | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Shout)

On April 28, 2026, Shout is releasing the 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray for the Tiger on the Beat collection, which includes 1988’s Tiger on the Beat and 1990’s Tiger on the Beat 2. Both are helmed by iconic Shaw Brothers director/fight choreographer Lau Kar-Leung (Martial Club). Collectively, the films star Chow Yun-Fat (The Head Hunter), Conan Lee (Ninja in the Dragon’s Den), Danny Lee (Final Justice), Nina Li Chi (Dragon … Continue reading

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Angry River | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On May 12, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the U.S. Blu-ray (Region A) for Angry River, a 1971 martial arts thriller director Huang Feng (Lady Whirlwind). A milestone in Hong Kong film history – the very first film produced by the legendary Golden Harvest studios, for whom Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan made their best films. Kung Fu Queen Angela Mao (Invincible Eight) plays a woman searching

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Invincible Eight | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On May 12, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the U.S. Blu-ray (Region A) for The Invincible Eight, a 1971 Golden Harvest wuxia film from director Lo Wei (Tattooed Dragon, Seaman No. 7). Side note: Are you feeling some déjà vu? If so, then you’re not alone, because yes, 88 Films’ competitor, Eureka, recently announced their own UK (Region B) version, slated for March (see details). Directed by Lo Wei (The … Continue reading

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The Himalayan | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On May 12, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the U.S. Blu-ray (Region A) for The Himalayan, a 1976 martial arts thriller director Huang Feng (Stoner). After she’s framed for adultery by her wicked brother-in-law Tseng Ching Lam (Angela Mao, Invincible Eight) takes to the hills to plot her revenge. That will

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The Eye | 4K Ultra HD (Arrow)

On April 21, 2026, Arrow is releasing the 4K Ultra HD for 2008’s The Eye. Following their explosive debut Bangkok Dangerous, directorial duo the Pang Brothers would catch the attention of acclaimed producer Peter Ho-Sun Chan, and the three would collaborate on one of the most memorable horror films to come out of Hong Kong, the chilling and poignant The Eye. When blind musician Wong Kar Mun (Angelica Lee) has her … Continue reading

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