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EXCLUSIVE: Tony Jaa Kicks Ass In A New Still From SKIN TRADE

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Joel Kinnaman Gets Field Tested In The First Full Clip For ROBOCOP

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Director Josè Padilha‘s newest film, Robocop, is set to release in North America on February 12, 2014. Promotion is underway for the new film with sets of viral ads and posters, including the international poster you can see on the left for the film’s Chinese release. Today, IGN has unveiled the first fill clip of the film, which sees lead actor Joel Kinnaman donning the all-black suit as the eponymous half-man/half-machine crime fighter. The suit’s change in color was among one of the things mentioned in a recent interview with production designer Martin Whist published at Comic Book, in discussing what drew his inspiration for the film’s look in relation to the aerodynamics of costume, and much more. “…There are two RoboCop designs in our film.” he says. “The first is very much an homage in color and in design to the first film. I wanted to keep the hash […]

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[UPDATED] Thomas Kretschmann To Double The Villainy In THE AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON

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Reports are now circulating that actor Thomas Kretschmann has signed on to play another main villain known as Baron Wolfgang von Strucker in the upcoming film, Marvel’s The Avengers: Age Of Ultron. The report comes just a month after rumors circulated around the internet that the character, a H.Y.D.R.A. leader and former Nazi soldier whose body was augmented to the point of near invincibility and invulnerability would be brought on as a secondary villain with specific ties to the characters Quicksilver and Scarlett Witch, being played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Elizabeth Olson, respectively. The news also comes on the heels of recent updates that the film’s shooting schedule will include London, and locations in South Africa, with word that actor Mark Ruffalo‘s return as The Hulk would also be accompanied a love interest in the new film, with actor Jeremy Renner‘s character, Hawkeye, given a much larger part. Furthermore, recent […]

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Sofia Black-D'Elia Brings Vengeance Home In The Upcoming Film, BORN OF WAR (A.K.A. MIA)

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Switching gears from romantic comedy to one-woman-army revenge action epic, Lady Godiva (2008) helmer Vicky Jewson is looking to share her latest feature-length sophomore efforts with the upcoming release, Born Of War. Blending the mood and look of such films as Run Lola Run (1998) and Hanna (2011), the new centers around the riveting tale of a young woman who journeys into the world of international espionage and danger when predestined legacy at the hands of an elusive international tribal terrorist threatens everything she’s grown to know and love upon the murder her parents. Unfortunately there is no North American release date since Arclight has attained international rights to the film after its festival run last year. However, moviegoers in Japan will get the first theatrical release beginning on February 1, 2014 under its new title, Mia, courtesy of Nikkatsu. Gossip Girl star and co-star of the upcoming sci-fi flick […]

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Kristina Baskett Flips The Script In The New Shortfilm, TRIUMPH

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Growing up in a tough neighborhood and being a martial artist standing only at 5’5″ while competing with guys much taller than him, actor, stuntman and independent filmmaker Geo Corvera feels that many folks like himself can releate to stories centered on rooting for the underdog, something he beared in mind when he looked toward stuntwoman and multifaceted award-winning gymnast Kristina Baskett as the “perfect” pick to headline the late 2013 filming for his newest short, Triumph. “Kristina Baskett is a college level gymnastics champion bad ass!”. he writes. “She’s been training with me in martial arts and film fighting in last year and a half. She’s awesome, talented and picks up fast.”. Starring Baskett with an appearance by actor and stuntman Kofi Yiadom (Star Trek, Blood Of Redemption, Man Of Steel), and featuring actresses and stuntwomen Michelle Jubilee Gonzalez, Vaia Zaganas and Michelle Alvarado Martins, Triumph tells the short […]

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THE ASSASSIN Wraps Principal Photography

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Actress Shu Qi (The Transporter, Journey To The West: Conquering The Demons) is set to star in a new film from director Hou Hsiao Hsien titled The Assassin, also known as The Hidden Heroine, which has reportedly officially wrapped principal photography this week. The news comes with the film having been well over a few decades in the making as Hou initially planned the film back in the late 1980’s with screenwriter Chu Tien-Wen, followed by kicking off its hectic fifteen month schedule with locations set in China, Taiwan and Japan. Based on a short story from a compilation known as “The Extensive Records Of The Taiping Era” (a.k.a. Tàipíng Guǎngjì), Hou‘s new film is set in the Tang Dynasty and centers around Qi‘s portrayal of young girl named Nie Yin Niang who is kidnapped by a Taoist nun who trains her to become an assassin, assigned to take out […]

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Zhang Ziyi Officially Retires From Kung Fu Movie Roles

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Reports are being forwarded from Chinese media with breaking news that actress Zhang Ziyi, star of director Wong Kar-Wai’s latest martial arts epic, The Grandmaster, is announcing her retirement from kung fu movies, citing longstanding injuries dating back to filming director Ang Lee’s 2000 kung fu adventure, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon. “I don’t believe there’s another role that can surpass this. And I’ve had so many injuries from a long time ago during Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon when I injured my neck.” she tells the public. “Those old injuries really bother me and after three years of this one, my body cannot take it any more. So I think this is a pretty good finale.” It was a year ago in January at the height of The Grandmaster movie’s promotion and film festival circulation prior to its theatrical and home releases thereafter, when Ziyi went on record in Chinese media, […]

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Kane Kosugi Is Filming AGENT X, NOT A 'Tekken' Movie

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It was made public last week that Crystal Sky and Lionsgate began working on a prequel to the 2010 film, Tekken, based on Namco’s live-action tournament fighting game franchise. Announced at the time via martial arts action star Kane Kosugi‘s official blog, the new film was announced as Tekken: A Man Called X, which was previously reported with director Prachya Pinkaew attached. An update at Kosugi‘s blog, followed by a heartfelt apology for the “clumsiness” on the administrator’s part, has now issued a much-needed correction stating that the film is, in fact NOT the Tekken prequel that was announced back in 2012 by Crystal Sky, but another film titled Agent X with Kosugi leading the film. Of course, Brahim Achabbakhe, who doubled for actor Scott Adkins and stunt coordinated under action director Tim Man for Kosugi‘s most recently-released film, Ninja: Shadow Of A Tear is choreographing the action sequences for the […]

Catch The Ultimate Spy Trailer For JACK RYAN: SHADOW RECRUIT

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There are a few new clips circulating online ahead of the upcoming release of actor and director Kenneth Branagh‘s new film, Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, releasing in 2D and IMAX on Friday, January 17, 2014. On Tuesday, MOVIECLIPS Trailers has unveiled the “Ultimate Spy Trailer” which you can check out below. Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit is based on the work of late author Tom Clancy, and adapted for the big screen by David Koepp. The film stars Branagh with lead actor Chris Pine, Kevin Costner and Keira Knightley, with Peter Andersson, Colm Feore, Nonso Anozie and David Paymer rounding out the cast. SYNOPSIS: Based on the CIA analyst created by espionage master Tom Clancy, Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit is a blistering action thriller that follows Ryan (Chris Pine, Star Trek) from his quiet double-life as a veteran-turned-Wall Street executive to his all-out initiation as a hunted American agent on the […]

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Amy Johnston Packs A Punch In The New Series Trailer For CLANDESTINE

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Two years after crowdfunding, filming, post production, hitting the LA Expo last year with conceptual shortfilm releases and promotional efforts in addition to searching for a worthy television platform for their new series, Clandestine, the multifaceted independent filmmakers Christopher Cowan and Haile Lee have finally launched the official trailer for the first two episodes of their ambitious new webseries. Best known for their visually stunning depiction of martial arts action with much adherence to a fanbase of amime, manga, movie and game lovers, Cowan and Lee, and series co-creator Lex Randleman, in conjunction with their production bases at Thousand Pounds Action Company and and their newest vehicle, Epic Rival, aim to use Clandestine to showcase the raw talents of some of the most prominent and rising action actors and actresses to make their mark in recent years. Distribution details are still unknown regarding whether or not how the episodes will be allocated […]

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THE MAN FROM MACAU Reveals His Hand In New Character Posters

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Ahead of the upcoming January 30, 2014 release for writer and director Wong Jing’s new film, The Man From Macau, FilmSmash delivered a fresh, small batch of character posters which are now viral. Chow Yun-Fat is featured as he leads the film’s return to its God Of Gamblers glory days with new faces added to this high-flying, comedic action adventure as our heroes team up to take down a money-laundering crimeboss in a high stakes game between good and evil. The Man From Macau (a.k.a. From Vegas To Macau) also stars Nicholas Tse, Chapman To, Annie Wu and Jing Tian, with Kimmy Tong, Benz Hui, Max Zhang, Philip Ng, Sammy Sum and Natalie Meng rounding out the cast.

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Go Full Throttle In The New Full Teaser For STREET SOCIETY

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Just after unleashing their short teaser a few days ago, we have a full teaser now viral ahead of the release of Indonesia’s new film, Street Society. Directed by Awi Suryadi, the new film aims to leave its mark in the world of exotic street-racing action by way of Indonesia, with the promise of all-you-can-eat eye candy, glitz and glamour you may be familiar with in films like the Fast And Furious franchise, from muscle cars and beautiful women, to character-driven racing action that puts the pedal to the metal. Street Society makes its domestic theatrical debut on February 20, 2014, starring Marcel Chandrawinata, Chelsea Islan, Edward Gunawan, Edward Akbar, Kelly Tandiono, Daniel Topan, Yogie Tan, Ferry Salim, Moudyzanya Milanka, Dimas Argoebie, Wulan Guritno, Marcelino Lefrandt and Senk Lotta. SYNOPSIS: Cocky, charismatic and womanizing Rio (Marcel Chandrawinata) is the reigning champion of Indonesia’s illegal street racing scene. Along with his […]

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ENTER THE DOJO And Watch Master Ken Demonstrate "The Thrust Of Freedom"!

Lee B. Golden III

In the world of Ameri-Do-Te, your technique must be perfect to match the very standards of the one and only Master Ken…especially when learning his latest form, “The Thrust Of Freedom”, which you can now view and learn for your self in the embed at the bottom of the page. And remember, if you can match his solid technique, chances are you’re still doing it wrong. 😉 Master Ken (played by actor, writer, producer and director Matt Page), leads the class in the highly successful martial arts comedy webseries, Enter The Dojo (not to be confused with actress Maria Tran’s mini-webseries of the same name), which is set for its third season premiering on January 28, 2014. In light of this, Martial Arts Illustrated is giving away a FREE COPY of the series on DVD for seasons one and two. Check out the video below where you may also subscribe […]

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Tatake! It's The New Music Video For NUIGULUMAR Z: GOTHIC LOLITA BATTLE BEAR

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Eigapedia forwarded the latest new music video headlining the upcoming theatrical release of director Noboru Iguchi’s new film, Nuigulumar Z: Gothic Lolita Battle Bear. The film is based on a song and novel by Tokusatsu lead singer, Kenji Ohtsuji, who can be seen performing in the new video with actress and idol Shoko Nakagawa who plays the title role of a Yumeko, jobless lolita fashionista whose niece’s teddy bear animates as a result of a present alien lifeforce, granting Yumeko extraordinary powers to transform into Earth’s last line of defense against a zombie apocalypse. The new version will release in Tokusatsu’s new single in Japan on January 22, 2014, followed by the film’s release on January 24. The film stars Nagakawa along with martial arts actress Rina Takeda (High Kick Girl) in a dual role of Nagakawa‘s suit double and one of the main villains. Hiroshi Neko, Mao Ichimichi and […]

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A Second Teaser Launches For A DANCE WITH THE DEVIL

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The new teaser launched over the weekend for writer, producer and director Danny Vega‘s new independent gritty action crime thriller, A Dance With The Devil. A production of Vega’s camp, Project Rize, the new feature film represents one of the latest efforts in action cinema brewing within Florida’s independent film scene going into 2014. A Dance With The Devil is now aiming for a summer premiere with principal photography still on-going. The film stars Vega along with actors Reko Rivera, Joshua Lamboy and Jimmy Dempster, with an appearance by actor and stunt coordinator Anthony Giovanni Elias. Check out the teaser below and stay tuned for a full trailer and much more in the weeks and months ahead. SYNOPSIS: “Better the devil you know, than the angel you don’t…” Daniel has always wanted to be a gangster. But when a tragic accident happens, Daniel is torn between staying in the crime […]

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Scott Adkins Pays A Visit To The Set Of SKIN TRADE

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One Good Stab Deserves Another In The New Action Short, BATTLE OF THE BLADES!

Lee B. Golden III

Just yesterday I shared my most recent article on independent action short clips featuring weapons. Of course, it might have served well to package with that report but knowing me, I can never wait to get a lot of these clips out fast enough sometimes. But anyway, today I bring you the latest action short from independent filmmaker and action director Shaun Charney (a.k.a. Seshiro Kazama) titled Battle Of The Blades: Girlfight/Knifefight. The new short features two gorgeous action and stunt performers I have mentioned on Film Combat Syndicate in previous articles: Peipei Alena Yuan (Star Trek, Step Up 3D) and Michelle Jubilee Gonzalez (The Adventures Of Superseven, Sons Of Anarchy). I spoke to both leading ladies who have nothing but positive words to express on their latest collaboration, including Yuan who tells Film Combat Syndicate. “Shaun Charney is always a blast to shoot with, and this was my first […]

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The New Teaser For STREET SOCIETY Speeds Its Way Online

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The official Twitter account for director Awi Suryadi‘s upcoming film, Street Society, launched its official teaser on Saturday via YouTube. Cashing in on the illegal street racing action genre with the momentum of successes like the Fast And Furious film series and Scott Waugh’s new racing video game adaptation thriller, Need For Speed, Street Society boasts its own vision of the underground racing scene with fast cars, exotic locations and character-driven crime drama, centered on the story of a talented wheelman who wishes for a life away from the street racing scene until he is pulled back in to rescue his love interest from a notorious mobster set of wheels to unleash his vengeance. Street Society releases in Indonesia on February 20, 2014, starring Marcel Chandrawinata, Chelsea Islan, Edward Gunawan, Edward Akbar, Kelly Tandiono, Daniel Topan, Yogie Tan, Ferry Salim, Moudyzanya Milanka, Dimas Argoebie, Wulan Guritno, Marcelino Lefrandt and Senk […]

Vin Diesel Talks 'Kojak' Reboot In A New Facebook Post

Vin Diesel Talks 'Kojak' Reboot In A New Facebook Post

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Silvio Simac Dares You To Move In The New Action Short, TRICK OR TREAT

Lee B. Golden III

Anyone who happens to be a fan of martial arts action cinema has likely seen actor, action performer and 14-time champion fighter Silvio Simac, who you may recognize from previous appearances in such films as Danny The Dog (a.k.a. Unleashed), The Transporter 3, Undisputed 2: Last Man Standing and in the newly released kung fu thriller from Keanu Reeves, Man Of Tai Chi. While fans can expect to hear more on Simac’s endeavors in film in the years to come, it appears he is also expanding his resume a little more as a filmmaker, sharing co-directorial credits with editor Harvir Gill for Simac’s latest shortfilm performance, Trick Or Treat. The new short plays as a spoof on films like The Terminator and all thing involving tough guys in action films, and of course the title seems fitting for what would have been an awesome October release right around Halloween. However, […]