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An edited version of the cover of 2022 video game God of War Ragnarok. Protagonists Kratos, on viewer's left, and Atreus, viewer right, stand in front of a snowy scene from ancient Norway, including unidentified ruined buildings.

GOD OF WAR Live-Action Series Announced for Prime Video

Where does one begin when discussing a legendary gaming series such as God of War? It’s the epic tale of Kratos, a tortured Spartan warrior, hell-bent on revenge against the Greek deities that used and wronged him. Over the course of several games, he would eventually topple Mount Olympus’ pantheon and himself claim the title of God of War. The series would receive a universally acclaimed sequel/reboot in 2018 that would find it’s hero exiling himself to the Norse realm of Midgard. This game was recently followed up by the runaway success of God of War Ragnarok, winning Best Narrative, Best Action/Adventure and more at the Game Awards 2022, and selling over 5 million units in it’s launch week; the fastest selling first-party game in Playstation history. Naturally, Playstation Productions would follow this up with a bombshell announcement: they’ll be teaming up with Sony Pictures Television and Amazon Studios to deliver GOD OF WAR, a live-action series based on the series!

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GOD OF WAR: Win Yourself A Blu-Ray/DVD Combo Pack Today!

It’s a well-deserved feat to enjoy and one definitely worth not passing up ahead of its October 17 release. Of course, you don’t have to wait to purchase it, you can snag your own as of right now with our latest batch of giveaways. Just send us an e-mail to filmcombatsyndicate@gmail.com with GOD OF WAR in the subject header, and your name and address in the email body. For good measure, feel free to throw in a little bit about your favorite movie with either starring actor mentioned above.

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Kick Off Your Weekend With A Sammo Hung Supercut!

You’re more than welcome to read my review of the film which has actor Vincent Zhao starring among an ensemble cast that ceremonially includes action legend Sammo Hung. For this, Well Go USA has offered a little treat for Sammo fans in celebration of the release. Check it out below and check our local listings…and make it a double header this weekend to cover your bases!

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Review: Gordon Chan’s GOD OF WAR Unwavers With Dogma

Legendary actor Kurata Yasuaki makes his latest reunion with Chan here as the leader of the Matsura clan, Kumasawa, next to the Daimyo’s son, Yamagawa, played by Koide Keisuke. Kumasawa’s methods are of a matter of study from a long career of war with wisdom earned as a result, knowing not to underestimate his enemy unlike his cohorts, including Yamagawa who, despite his quiet resolve and stoic devotion to the samurai code, finds himself questioning Kumasawa’s logic to almost no avail.

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GOD OF WAR Lands A June 2 U.S. Release

During the 16th century, pirates rule the Chinese coastline, pillaging the small villages and terrorizing the citizens. When maverick leader Commander Yu (martial arts legend Sammo Hung) enlists the help of a sharp young general (Vincent Zhao), they devise a plan to defeat the pirates. A violent clash of wit and weapons will decide who will rule the land in this sweeping historical epic from veteran action director Gordon Chan.

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GOD OF WAR: Watch The Newest Trailer For Gordon Chan’s Period War Actioner

I can’t speak too highly of what we’re sampling these days in director Gordon Chan’s new movie, God Of War. It looks pretty dull and unappealing and doesn’t really boast anything slick or eye-popping, although I suppose the additions of Vincent Zhao, Sammo Hung and Kurata Yasuaki for this 16th century tale of Chinese soldiers battling Japanese pirates helps with the much-needed fan service a bit.

The legend of the famous Chinese military general of the Ming dynasty, Qi Jiguang, who leads the Ming forces to defend the eastern coast of China from raids by the Japanese pirates. During the late Ming period, corruption within the local government and repeated invasions at the Chinese coast left soldiers in low morale and local villagers living in misery. General Qi, together with Yu Dayou, stepped in with their recruitment of three thousand Yiwu villagers. In just a few days of disciplined trainingby drilling, using advanced weapons and fine tactical deployment, came the first ever “special forces” – also known as the famous “Qi Army”.

The film is gearing up for a release in China on May 27 with other territories pending. Looking past all else, it’s great to see Zhao again as rare as we get to see him on camera these days and God Of War will hopefully service the masses much better in its delivery than at present.

Check out the new subtitled trailer below!

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