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Jackie Chan Actioner, BLEEDING STEEL Gets Its Cast

Renny Harlin’s latest, Skiptrace, is off to a good start this past weekend at the box office overseas, which is good news for its lead actor, action star Jackie Chan who is currently scheduled for an In Conversation event at the Syndey Opera House where he will discuss his career in a little over a week. In the meantime, production rolls onward for Chan’s new venture in the area, Bleeding Steel, from sophomore director and writer Leo Zhang as of earlier this month and casting news is finally making the rounds. The film, from Village Roadshow Pictures Asia and Heyi Pictures, sees Chan in the role of a special forces agent fighting to protect an important witness to a major case as the two find themselves tangled in a conspiracy. Chan is producing the film from a script by Zhang, and a cast that includes Mermaid co-star Show Luo, Nana […]

THE GREAT WALL Stacks Against Fire And Monsters In The First Trailer

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Universal and Legendary’s latest 3D prospect, The Great Wall, took a bit of time to gather its casting before finally nabbing actors like Matt Damon, Andy Lau and actress Jing Tian who is soon to make her way in Legendary Pictures’s Kong: Skull Island next year as well. That said, it’s a Damon-loaded week with the actor’s latest, Jason Bourne, heading to theaters this weekend, which couldn’t be a better time to promote the epic new China-shot 3D fantasy which retells a mythological perspective behind the construction of one of today’s biggest landmarks. SYNOPSIS: Matt Damon leads humanity’s greatest fight for survival in “The Great Wall” from Legendary and Universal Pictures. When a mercenary warrior (Damon) is imprisoned within The Great Wall, he discovers the mystery behind one of the greatest wonders of our world. As wave after wave of marauding beasts besiege the massive structure, his quest for fortune […]

Andrew Garfield Fights More Than One Battle In The New Trailer For HACKSAW RIDGE

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Actor and filmmaker Mel Gibson may not be without controversy from time to time, but at least one other fact worth pointing out is that he’s at his best when on set. This time, The Passion Of The Christ and Braveheart helmer is back and noted behind the camera for Lionsgate’s latest release, Hacksaw Ridge, and with nothing short of uproaring responses from earlier test screenings with Andrew Garfield front and center. SYNOPSIS: HACKSAW RIDGE is the extraordinary true story of conscientious collaborator Desmond Doss [Andrew Garfield] who, in Okinawa during the bloodiest battle of WWII, saved 75 men without firing or carrying a gun. He believed the war was just, but killing was nevertheless wrong; he was the only American soldier in WWII to fight on the front lines without a weapon. As an army medic, Doss single-handedly evacuated the wounded from behind enemy lines, braved fire while tending […]

VENGEANCE Now Filming In London With Stu Bennett And Gary Daniels

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Before we catch outgoing WWE wrestler, actor Stu Bennett in action for James Nunn’s Eliminators with Scott Adkins, pan over momentarily to filmmaker Ross Boyask who has made a name for himself among cult fans of the martial arts genre. UK titles like Left For Dead and Warrioress come to mind with the hopeful prospects of a sequel for the 2016 Mike Moeller action thriller, One Million Klicks. For now though, we bring our attention to Boyask’s latest prospect, formerly titled “The Executioner” and now iterated as the new movie Vengeance which began filming this week in London. Martial arts star Gary Daniels (Bloodmoon, Recoil, Tekken) is also starring with Diane Shorthouse and John Adams producing. When ex-Special Forces soldier turned professional mercenary, John Gold, hears that his former best friend Corporal Dan Mason, and Dan’s parents have been murdered, he heads to their home-town to find their killers. Gold […]

KUNG FU BOYS Kicks It Up A Notch In The Latest Trailer

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Every now and then it seems like a lot of new and young faces with the potential for martial arts stardom come and go. As far as Chinese cinema goes, you probably wouldn’t be able to tell the difference much with the vast sea of low-budget action films with actors the rest of us see for two minutes within a trailer and that’s it – that’s how obscure a lot of these films are which is a little frustrating. Thankfully this one, the latest from debut director Sheng Tao and filmmaker Wei Wang comes with English subtitles in its latest, and very spirited trailer. I speak of the new film, Kung Fu Boys, which doesn’t hugely stand apart from the rest in terms of production quality, but presents a talented cast led by promising young actor Chaney Lin who stars as an Americanized boy with aspirations of becoming a superhero, […]

Ben Affleck Tackles Anxiety And Assassins In The New Trailer For THE ACCOUNTANT

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Further cementing his action star status, actor Ben Affleck is returning to show moviegoers he can equally kick as much ass outside of a batsuit in Warrior helmer Gavin O’Connor’s latest, The Accountant. With a first trailer already in our midst as of a few months ago, a second trailer is now online ahead of its October 14 release in the U.S. and U.K. release in November. SYNOPSIS: Christian Wolff (Affleck) is a math savant with more affinity for numbers than people. Behind the cover of a small-town CPA office, he works as a freelance accountant for some of the world’s most dangerous criminal organizations. With the Treasury Department’s Crime Enforcement Division, run by Ray King (J.K. Simmons), starting to close in, Christian takes on a legitimate client: a state-of-the-art robotics company where an accounting clerk (Anna Kendrick) has discovered a discrepancy involving millions of dollars. But as Christian uncooks […]

Martial Artist, Actor Paul Mormando Now Filming New Crime Thriller, BOUND BY DEBT

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It was a few years ago that actor, Cha Ki Do innovator and independent filmmaker Paul Mormando was on the verge of a new webseries called Double Fist. The project has since moved on to feature film status with a few VoD deals in the works, although post-production issues have tentatively impeded the film’s completion. As for Mormando, circumstances aren’t exactly slowing him down. Nope, the native New Yorker is still on his feet with production now underway for the new crime thriller, Bound By Debt. Mormando is also producing as is his wife, screenwriter Anna Mormando with plans to hopefully have a package ready for the markets later this year. Paul Mormando plays Dylan James a rough and tough underground fighter who is estranged from his family. Robert James (Bobby Ciasulli) is an addicted gambler with a wife and two daughters (Nikki Silva and Alexis Mormando). When Dylan can […]

Review: MILES AHEAD (2016) Is Chromatic Testimony Of Life, Love, Turmoil And Groove

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There is an old rumor that Ernest Hemingway could only write when he was in love, and that each of his books represents his love for one woman. It’s a nice story, if even only a reverie, and it came to mind while watching Miles Ahead, Don Cheadle’s directorial debut of the Miles Davis biopic. The short-lived love affair and marriage that Miles Davis had with Francis Taylor is a referential centerpiece of the film, and is presented as being inexorable to the reason for the jazz musician’s five year hiatus from music, during which he spiraled into drugs and reclusiveness, earning him a historical association with the eccentricities that characterized even Howard Hughes. Cheadle co-wrote Miles Ahead with Steven Baigelman, Stephen J. Rivele, and Christopher Wilkinson. It is based on the life of the great jazz musician, and the story is told in free form and flashback -as if, […]

Missed The Bourne Franchise Any? Watch A New JASON BOURNE Franchise Recap!

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Wait…have you been asleep for the last fourteen years? Well, that’s certainly longer than Robert Ludlum character Jason Bourne was, but it still doesn’t undo the depth and overall carnage that enused after he woke up. That, of course, was back in 2002, and actor Matt Damon has brought the heat three times since then and is now gearing up for a fourth opening this Friday. As such, and on the count that you haven’t seen the first three films, Damon is here to sum it all up for you in as little as 90 seconds. Peep it below, and/or watch Movieclips’s new jam-packed ultimate franchise trailer just beneath!

Cine-Asia's Return Signals Benny Chan's CALL OF HEROES For A UK Release

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Asian cinephiles in the UK once mourned the loss of popular distributor, Cine-Asia back in 2012. Now, they’re re-emerging and are back with their first theatrical release since then amid the currently-running campaign for Benny Chan’s latest, Call Of Heroes, now dated for September 2, following its August 12 release in Hong Kong from Universe Films. Marking Cine Asia’s first release since 2012, we are delighted to announce the upcoming release of Call of Heroes, the latest feature from director Benny Chan (SHAOLIN, NEW POLICE STORY). CALL OF HEROES brings together much of Hong Kong’s elite film industry talent. In addition to Benny Chan, fan favourite Sammo Hung acts as action director, and together they oversee a cast of both HK cinema veterans and rising stars. Cast includes Louis Koo (Flash Point), Wu Jing (Kill Zone 1 & 2), Sean Lau (Mad Detective) and Eddie Peng (Rise Of The Legend). […]

Bautista, Brosnan Tally Mann's FINAL SCORE Starting In August

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Fans of actor and Marvel prospect Dave Bautista (Guardians Of The Galaxy 1 & 2, Spectre) aren’t too far off for some big screen time; Jonathan Milott and Cary Murnion’s Bushwick is currently in post-production while Matthias Hoene’s Warrior’s Gate opens in China on August 12, ahead of Bautista’s re-envisioning of classic martial arts villain, Tong Po in Kickboxer: Vengeance on September 2 in the U.S. In the meantime, there’s still news to report on his end, especially if you’ve enjoyed his recent work under director Scott Mann in the 2015 thriller, Heist. Screendaily reports the two will reunite once more along with actor Pierce Brosnan for the new action thriller, Final Score, produced by Signature Entertainment’s Marc Goldberg and The Fyzz Facility’s Robert Jones, James Harris, Mark Lane, and Wayne Marc Godfrey with co-producer Babak Eftekhari. The Brothers Lynch and Jonathan Frank wrote the script which sees the story […]

Harley Quinn Inspires Fashion Courtesy Of Celebs Clothing

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While I don’t particularly delve into cosplay, it’s certainly understandable how influential it is in today’s era of film and television entertainment. Moreover, it also leaves from for matters of fashion, paving the way for business like Celebs Clothing who are currently promoting their line of clothing based on DC Comics properties, namely Suicide Squad which opens in theaters on August 5 from Warner Bros. Celebs Clothing’s own Chris Jackson contacted us to help model one of their articles – a Harley Quinn jacket you can now find at their official website among other items. That said, special thanks to actress, stuntwoman and cosplayer Kealani Marie (Dark Haul, Fight Valley) who clearly – and thankfully – has a figure more befitting of Harley than I do! I sought her a little over a week ago to take a few at-home photos with the jacket and you can check those out below, along […]

THE HIT LIST – July 25, 2016

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WOW! It’s good to be back, I have to say. I needed the break last weekend following a roaring get together with some friends prior to only about 3 or 4 hours of sleep. To be honest though, I almost didn’t get too much into this week’s Hit List whilst trying to balance my job and covering everything that’s happened at Comic-Con this past weekend. Thankfully, I got a bit of a headstart in the last few weeks and so it wasn’t too difficult to put together – starting with the usual list of terrific stunt reels by some of today’s professionals in the industry, veterans as well as up-and-coming. Nilo Ghajar-Williams kicks things off in energetic form followed by new reels from Jamie Northrup, Marie Mouroum, Jesse Haus, Nikki Stanley, Andrew Long, Simon Potter, Filip Ciprian Florian, Danny Etkin and Karl Van Moorsel. As far as promotional goods go, […]

The Official KINGSGLAIVE: FINAL FANTASY XV Trailer Begins A New Saga!

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Straight from the majesty within your gaming consoles, Nozue Takeshi’s latest, Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV, is well on its way to an August 19 select theatrical release. That leaves off less than a month to go, and with this another new trailer has emerged to adhere to your needs with actress Lena Headey narrating the immersive CG world of fantasy action and explosive danger. SYNOPSIS: The magical kingdom of Lucis is home to the sacred Crystal, and the menacing empire of Niflheim is determined to steal it. King Regis of Lucis (Sean Bean) commands an elite force of soldiers called the Kingsglaive. Wielding their king’s magic, Nyx (Aaron Paul) and his fellow soldiers fight to protect Lucis. As the overwhelming military might of the empire bears down, King Regis is faced with an impossible ultimatum – to marry his son, Prince Noctis to Princess Lunafreya of Tenebrae (Lena Headey), captive […]

[UPDATED] LEAGUE OF GODS Soars Online With A Final Trailer And Music Video

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I suppose it’s a matter of time now before we learn of a wider release for Koan Hui’s latest, League Of Gods. The film opens in Asia this Friday and much to the avail of Jet Li fans despite his role unlikely being written for action. Still though, you get all the spectacle and majesty you could possibly want for as long as this film’s been developed as another milestone step forward for China’s growth into more VFX-heavy cinema. An imaginary time zone parallel to the Shang Dynasty, 1000 BC: The kingdom is in trouble. The autocratic King Zhou (Tony Leung Ka Fai 梁家辉), entranced by his favourite concubine Daji (Fan Bingbing 范冰冰) who is a vixen spirit in disguise, oppresses the people and banishes all opposition. A band of rebellious warriors from the Ji clan unites allied forces to overthrow the tyrant. Amongst them is Ji Lei (Jacky Heung […]

SDCC 2016: BLACK PANTHER Cast Danai Gurira, Character Details And More

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Yes, we still have more Comic-Con news, and yes, that means more comic book movie coverage, particularly in the wake of the Russo Bros.’ Captain America: Civil War which first introduced us to actor Chadwick Boseman in the role of Black Panther. Marvel has dated a standalone film for its installment into their third leg of the MCU with a release set for February 16, 2018, and with all things Comic-Con this weekend from Marvel, more casting news came in the form of a tweet from Boseman revealing The Walking Dead co-star Danai Gurira as part of the cast. It’s official. #BlackPanther #SDCC2016 pic.twitter.com/0Cs3kkZldQ — Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) July 24, 2016 Ryan Coogler (front/center) is directing from a script written by himself and writer Joe Robert Cole, Boseman will reprise his role once more as the Wakandan prince-cum-superhero as created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1966. Gurira (left) […]

SDCC 2016: Meet Your New Carol Danvers For CAPTAIN MARVEL In 2019

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Blink and you might forget that actress Brie Larson stars in Jordan Vogt-Roberts’s latest, Kong: Skull Island. Otherwise, if you’re all about the Marvel hype this weekend, it doesn’t matter if you blink or not with word from this weekend’s Hall H panel (or Larson’s Twitter account depending on where you’re looking) of her latest attachment to star in the new film, Captain Marvel. Call me Captain Marvel. pic.twitter.com/IgqRIb9ijM — Brie Larson (@brielarson) July 24, 2016 The character itself bares numerous versions but will focus solely on the Carol Danvers iterarion based on her 1968 launch from creators Roy Thomas and Gene Colan. Guardians Of The Galaxy scribe Nicole Perlman & and Disney•Pixar’s Inside Out writer Meg LeFauve were announced to pen the script as of last year while a director remains pending and further casting rumors await to solidify. The film, pushed back previously from its November 8 date […]

SDCC 2016: The New Trailer For DOCTOR STRANGE Transports You Into World-Bending Inception

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…And because you can’t have San Diego Comic Con without more than one comic book film studio present, Marvel Studios was on hand this weekend to present fans with their latest jewels, one of which includes the new comic con trailer for Marvel property, Doctor Strange. The very first teaser unveiled back in April and was an impressive feat with actor Benedict Cumberbatch in the title role – a doctor who goes on an epic journey of self-discovery and purpose following a horrific car crash that severely injures his hands. Of course, the biggest stand-out character in the teasee was that of actress Tilda Swinton whose role as the Ancient One was not without its share of controversy with a dose of humor for all the Saitama fans out there sharing One Punch Man memes. Hilarious stuff. Still though, the film comes out on November 4 and as divisive as […]

SDCC 2016: The New KONG: SKULL ISLAND Trailer Is No Joyride!

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Far and away from its origins established in 1933 and echoed years later in Peter Jackson’s own remake, director Jordan Vogt-Roberts delivers his own take on the King Kong mythology with the new film, Kong: Skull Island. The first official trailer surfaced at Comic Con International at San Diego over the weekend and as the first of a reportedly hopeful progression into a franchise that could see our very leading royalty go toe-to-toe with Godzilla, this effort doesn’t seem to disapppoint. In March 2017, the producers of Godzilla transport audiences to the birthplace of one of the most powerful monster myths of all in KONG: SKULL ISLAND, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures. When a scientific expedition to an uncharted island awakens titanic forces of nature, a mission of discovery becomes an explosive war between monster and man. Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson, Brie Larson, John Goodman and John […]

SDCC 2016: KING ARTHUR: LEGEND OF THE SWORD Gets Medieval In The New Comic-Con Trailer

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Having undergone somewhat of a name change in the past few years during production, Guy Ritchie’s latest, King Arthur: Legend Of The Sword now comes to the fold once more. Warner Bros. was on hand this weekend at Comic Con International: San Diego with actor Charlie Hunnam front and center, and for the unveiling of the first trailer no less with Ritchie’s signature craft clear as day and as energetic as ever. Acclaimed filmmaker Guy Ritchie brings his dynamic style to the epic fantasy action adventure “King Arthur: Legend of the Sword.” Starring Charlie Hunnam in the title role, the film is an iconoclastic take on the classic Excalibur myth, tracing Arthur’s journey from the streets to the throne. When the child Arthur’s father is murdered, Vortigern (Jude Law), Arthur’s uncle, seizes the crown. Robbed of his birthright and with no idea who he truly is, Arthur comes up the […]