Lee B. Golden III

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Stockwell’s KICKBOXER Invites Its Original Star, Jean-Claude Van Damme

Kickboxing is all the rage this week (as I said before in my earlier report), as things begin to finally take shape for two current, seperately running visions for a return to the classic martial arts franchise. Here, we are joining in with word from The Hollywood Reporter that martial artist superstar Jean-Claude Van Damme is poised to star in the forthcoming re-adaptation of the 1989 original film which he starred in under directors Mark DiSalle and David Worth. Kickboxer was a cornerstone in Van Damme’s earlier Hollywood career post films like Black Eagle, No Retreat – No Surrender, Bloodsport, and the Albert Pyun-directed Cyborg among others. The film essentially put the Belgian action hero on the world map as he kicked his way to stardom in the role of Kurt Sloane, who undergoes a test of spiritual and physical strength, endurance and will in order to take on […]

Pyun's 'The Kickboxer' Brandishes A New Title, Cast, Story Details And More!

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2015 is going to be a year full of kickboxing cinemafare between two entirely seperate projects, including filmmaker Albert Pyun who has been pretty busy plotting his own return to the Kickboxer fray having previously directed two of the films from the franchise dating back to 1989. The nature of Pyun‘s return has remained in constant development for a while in making whatever changes were required for the project. Now, the director is taking to Facebook to shed some more light on the progress he’s making with the story, the characters and the cast and crew he plans on bringing aboard. Newly titled, The Kickboxer: City Of Blood, lead actor and martial artist Sasha Mitchell will star in a newly revamped story to portray troubled UN peacekeeper, David Anderson, forced underground through near century-old World War II tunnels to evading Myanmar’s secret police while protecting a young witness to a […]

Marko Zaror's Latin American Superhero Short, ZAMBO DENDE, Gets Its First Character Poster!

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Director Ricardo Gabrielli R.‘s newest live action comic book superhero short adaptation, Zambo Dende, appears to be ready to get things rolling this week! The project has certainly proven to be one of the more promising of ones following headlines over the last few months announcing its existence with Chilean martial arts action star Marko Zaror in the title role, inspired by 7G Comics’s own Nicolas Rodriguez. A flurry of promotional pictures began circulating the web in the last few months, illustrating much of the character backdrop for this new tale centered on the story of a child who uncovers his noble roots and ultimately becomes a symbol of hope for the oppressed slaves of 16th century Latin America. Now, it appears our patience is slowly going to be rewarded, as the first of the forthcoming character poster slate has made the rounds illustrating actor Esteban Cueto (Undisputed 3: Redemption, […]

Watch The Latest Super-Powered Teaser For STRAYER'S CHRONICLE

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Director Zeze Takahisa‘s latest thrilling feature attributes its inspiration to the written work of its preceding 2012 Shueisha publication from author Honda Takayoshi. Strayer’s Chronicle is the name of the film, adapted for the screen by Kiyasu Kohei with a script that delves into what looks to be a solid story blending a good bit of sci-fi, espionage and daring action, and some intense drama as well. via AsianWiki: In the early 1990s, experiments were carried out secretly in Japan. Two different methods were used in the experiments. One method involved forcing stress upon expecting parents and when the baby was born, provoke the baby into mutations and develop their special abilities. The other method involved birth to babies having abilities of animals and insects. The special abilities were derived from gene manipulation. Subaru, Saya and others were born from those experiments. Subaru (Masaki Okada) possesses incredible strength and vision. […]

Stockwell's KICKBOXER Adds T.J. Storm And Matthew Ziff

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Updates are abound now that production is underway for In The Blood helmer John Stockwell‘s current remake of the 1989 martial arts thriller, Kickboxer. Progress has had its share of stops and starts in the past year or so as a few major names departed from the project this month, but now we’re finally getting a grip on what lies ahead for casting thanks to social media. Actor Matthew Ziff, lately known for his upcoming appearance in the action-packed family drama, The Martial Arts Kid, recently took to Twitter and Instagram to share a few images earlier hinting on a “big” project. That project just so happened to be the upcoming Kickboxer where it just so happens he will be joined by his fellow The Martial Arts Kid co-star, martial artist and actor T.J. Storm (Punisher: War Zone, Black Cobra). There aren’t any details yet on what their roles will […]

Catch An Early Teaser For Guy Bleyaert's TRANSIT 17

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Production remains on-going for director Guy Bleyaert‘s new film, Transit 17. Details on the plot remain paper thin with plenty more to shoot going into next year, so time will tell when exactly we’ll see some major movement from here on out. However, as a small reward, we are finally granted an early teaser to showcase just a tidbit of what may come, and it definitely looks like we’re going to be in for a thriller of the action/sci-fi/horror kind. This, plus an extra heavy dose of kicks and fisticuffs courtesy of heavy hitters, actor Silvio Simac and actress Zara Phythian will surely bring something to the fanbase for next year. Check it out below and keep your fingers crossed.

Indonesian Action Greats Headline New Heist Sequel, COMIC 8: CASINO KINGS

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While just a few months shy from the hopeful start of production for Baf Sjamsuddin‘s upcoming action trilogy kickoff, Garuda 7, at least three of its stars were newly unveiled in new promotional photos for director Anggy Umbara‘s latest sequel endeavor, Comic 8: Casino Kings. Umbara directed the first film which released back in January to local commercial and critical acclaim, as well as film festival appeal throughout the season at the time. Now, Falcon Pictures is currently in production for the second installment which is due next year. Featured in the three promo shots are veteran action stars Barry Prima, Willy Dozan and George Rudy as the main headlining villains of the new film, aimed further at setting the tone for the action-heavy sequel compared to from that of its predecessor, Comic 8. The new film will also headline a variety of new and returning cast members, including that […]

Jason Staham Brings The Pain In The New International Trailer For JOKER

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Kicking and punching, bleeding, pain, getting tossed through windows, etc. – Such is the message you get if you’re a baddie and you cross paths with action cinema favorite, Jason Statham, now front and center in the new movie, Wild Card, now due for a December 7, 2014 January 30, 2015 release in the U.S.. The film comes nearly thirty years after author William Goldman’s 1985 Warner Books publication, “Heat”, led to its first film adaptation a year later with then-lead actor Burt Renyolds, which turned out to be more controversial in its troubled state of production at the time. For this revamp however, Statham is producing under his SJ Heat Productions, LLC banner with Steve Chasman, reuniting Statham with The Expendables 2 and The Mechanic helmer Simon West. The film is also getting released internationally as Joker. Of course, that is unless you’re not getting kicked, punched and thrown through […]

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS Launches Its Official Teaser!

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Move over, fake trailers! Fans can now get a glimpse of the official new teaser for director J.J. Abrams‘s new trilogy reboot, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, courtesy of Apple. The teaser is also getting a theatrical screening in select theaters as well, and with a little over a year longer before its release, the wheels are already turning with further developments expected for one of the upcoming Star Wars spin-offs from director Gareth Edwards and writer Gary Whitta, which may or may not make it a heist movie depending on whether or not you believe the latest rumors; That spin-off arrives on December 16, 2016, one year before Looper helmer Rian Johnson‘s take on the second of the new trilogy which is expected for a 2017 release. In the meantime, followers of this long-enduring franchise can expect more gems in the coming months regarding what the trilogy itself, in […]

Watch The Full Teaser Trailer For THE MAN WITH THE IRON FISTS 2: THE STING OF THE SCORPION

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It’s reasonable to believe there was plenty more that could have been had actor, musician, debut director and kung fu cinema enthusiast, RZA succeeded with critical and commercial appeal in the 2012 martial arts fantasy, The Man With The Iron Fists. Unfortunately, box office expectations fell short with some largely critical responses, although it appears Universal Pictures still found there to be some appeal for RZA‘s vision for a follow-up of sorts. Well, after being teased with twenty seconds of it in the past week, that vision has since arrived in full with a new teaser for The Man With The Iron Fists 2: The Sting Of The Scoripion, from Michel de Ruyter and The Condemned 2 helmer Roel Reine. The plot isn’t yet fully known, although Impact reports a small nugget of the story, based on a script by RZA and John Jarrell, that details the re-emergence of RZA‘s […]

[UPDATED] Wu Jing’s WOLF WARRIOR Howls With New Hi-Def Posters And Two Trailers!

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Martial arts action star Jacky Wu Jing‘s current physical condition may be worse for wear at the moment following much needed surgery in recent months, and with any luck fans will see him back on the set to do what he does most awesomely, whether in front or behind the camera in some capacity. However, fans will still be able to catch Wu on the big screen early next year overseas in at least a few more films, including his directorial debut, Wolf Warrior, alongside The Expendables 2 alums, principal actress Yu Nan and fellow martial arts superstar Scott Adkins as the main villain. The best part about this update is that the promotional campaign is finally running viral with more character posters and two new teaser trailers, with Wu in the redemptive role of Leng Feng, a rebellious Chinese commando forced to square off with a vengeful squadron of […]

INDEPENDENCE DAY 2 Gets A Greenlight

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The 1996 release of director Roland Emmerich‘s summer blockbuster, Independence Day, has to be one of the most memorable movie going experiences I’ve ever shared. It had all the trimmings for the hit that it would become, with actor Will Smith headlining alongside the likes of Jeff Goldblum, Bill Pullman in an action adventure packed with dogfight among fighter jets and alien crafts, coupled with perfectly-timed humor and drama, and an explosive ending that would ultimately garner what many have hoped would be an immediate sequel. Well, it’s finally happening. It only took about eighteen years to make happen with plenty of stops and starts, but a new report from Deadline confirms a sequel has been officially greenlit for production to begin next May without Smith’s reprisal. A June 24, 2016 date has been clocked for the film, which has since been resigned to one movie with a potential third, […]

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KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE Debuts A UK Trailer

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Director Matthew Vaughn is already getting some positive traction from early viewer responses for his latest film, Kingsman: The Secret Service, which continues its theatrical release slate beginning next year. In all likelihood, it’s proven to be a good move for the director whose abstinence from directing anymore X-Men movies beyond First Class has drawn some curiosity among fans alike. At any rate though, this one looks like a sure thing. A few trailers have already been released featuring leads Colin Firth and Taron Egerton opposite Samuel L. Jackson in the respective roles of a seasoned member of a secret society of gentlemen agents seeking prospects in a gifted-yet-troubled teen to help save the world from a tech loon, as per the main plot based on the 2012 comic book by Dave Gibbons and Kick-Ass author Mark Millar. On that note, seeing how it’s already proving itself to be a […]

MALEK: Check Out The Electrifying Viral Promo For Martial Arts Star Ramin Sohrab's New Film!

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Martial arts action cinema fans can gather ’round now with the latest action-packed promo for a new international thriller in the form of Malek. The film is reportedly in development with no word yet on who will direct while boasting some impressive footage featuring Iranian martial artist and actor Ramin Sohrab in action. An inspiring martial artist, purveyor of Wushu and traveling performer since childhood, Sohrab trained under his Shaolin-trained father, actor and martial arts star, Alireza Sohrab for a time before relocating to Finland, followed by a path that would evidently see Sohrab take off and into martial arts stardom. Having already done quite a handful of work for the stage and screen, it appears Sohrab‘s career is about to pay off with a few more projects now lined up, and with Malek hopefully on the way, Sohrab is ready to demand the world to start paying attention. Watch […]

Bat In The Sun Presents: BATMAN V DARTH VADER

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Ever more ripe and fresh in its enthusiasm for pitting the best of the best against one another, Bat In The Sun has release another online gem now in the form if Batman vs. Darth Vader from creator and director Aaron Schoenke. Actor Kevin Porter, a Bat In The Sun regular, reprises his role as the Dark Knight himself with principle performances by actor and co-producer David Beurer, and actors David Bauer and Jon-Charles Cordery for Vader, and pretty much answers another in a long list of epic contests regarding who would beat who in a one-on-one, and here, you pretty much get everything, from the Force to Batman’s cunning use of gadgetry to fight his way out. The question now is…who won? Well, watch it for yourself and follow the channel!

Ifa Isfansyah's THE GOLDEN CANE WARRIOR Wields Its First Full Trailer!

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Director Ifa Isfansyah‘s latest induction into fantasy martial arts action in Pendekar Tongkat Emas (The Golden Cane Warrior) already bares some significant potential for greatness with Indonesia’s cinematic revival in recent years, otherwise aided by popular producer duo Riri Riza and Mira Lesmana. With that in mind, onlookers got a first glimpse last month with a teaser to showcase what to expect from this cinematic transition from writer Jujur Prantano’s screenplay, mingling high-flying action and intricate fight choreography with a story full of filial tribulations and drama to boot. And now, with the film’s December 18, 2014 release date growing ever closer, we’re getting an even closer look at Isfansyah’s work in the form of new trailer, packed with gusto and intensity with dazzling cuts of Hong Kong fight coordinator Xiong Xin Xin‘s action. It really is worth a look while Pendekar Tongkat Emas aims for a memorable attempt at […]

Watch The First Full Trailer For Irie Yu's WWII Spy Thriller, JOKER GAME

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International espionage, intrigue, danger and love unfold in the forthcoming release of director Irie Yu‘s brand new period thriller, Joker Game. The film itself carries some notable credibility due to momentum from its critical and commercial successes in 2009 as the first of a set award-winning compilation novels by best-selling author Yanagi Koji, while boasting an epic production with sets in Japan, as well as Indonesia and Singapore. With that in mind, a big screen release in Japan set for January 31, 2015, which could mark the start of a new exciting film franchise depending on how this hand gets dealt! SYNOPSIS: On the eve of World War II, an international Asian city becomes a hub of a high-stakes “spy game” as spies from countries such as Japan, the UK, the Soviet Union, and Germany compete to give their respective countries any possible advantage in world diplomacy. Kato (Kamenashi Kazuya) is […]

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WONDER WOMAN Gets Michelle MacLaren To Direct!

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Without further delay, word from The Hollywood Reporter announced that Michelle MacLaren has officially signed on to direct the forthcoming Wonder Woman feature film, based on the original comic book superheroine created in 1941. MacLaren‘s attachment comes just a month after it was stated that a female director was being sought after for the film, for which actress Gal Gadot was formally brought on to star in the title role almost a year ago. The film would mark the first of a trilogy to fit somewhere in between the latter four years of the current WB/DCU schedule with Wonder Woman set to release on June 23, 2017. It’s high time though, what with all the progress made by Marvel in its line-up and the online banter and criticisms regarding how slow Warner Bros. has been to bring its DC Cinematic Universe to full fruition. The popular Amazonian demigod has endured […]

Watch The Gritty New International Trailer For UK Crime Thriller, MONTANA

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Shank helmer Mo Ali is already underway wowing the film festival circuit with this latest riveting crime thriller, Montana. Written by Jeremy Lowe and Peter Sheldon, the new film is currently due for a release between now and next month in the UK, presenting an action-packed story that pits two generations of vengeance against a dark criminal underworld. Having already dished out a few trailers in the past few months while earning its accolades, the most recent international is now out and about in its virility and seething with enough intensity and thrills to service your needs some before then. SYNOPSIS: In the mean streets of London’s East End, Montana discovers that the powerful crime lord and ruthless lieutenants for whom he works secretly killed his father. At the same time, Dimitrije, a former Serbian commando, comes looking for the gangster in order to take revenge for the death of […]

AMC Martial Arts Drama Series, BADLANDS, Scores 'The Judge' Director

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Tai Chi 0 helmer Stephen Fung’s recent departure from the upcoming remake of Kickboxer should provide plenty of time with fellow cohort Daniel Wu to executive produce their latest series endeavor tentatively titled Badlands for AMC. The two are joined by Oscar-nominated Stacey Sher and Michael Shamberg, and series creators Alfred Gough and Miles Millar who were all announced for the project back in July, which while loosely based on late author Wu Cheng’en’s often film-translated late 16th century tale, “Journey To The West”, centers on a story of a great warrior and a young boy who trek across a dangerous land to find enlightenment. That said, the series has now nabbed a director in the form of David Dobkin, best known for his work on the 2003 Jackie Chan headliner, Shanghai Knights, and this year’s buzzworthy court drama, The Judge. The series also has its first few young picks […]