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THE TROUGH: Nick Cheung Thriller Seethes With Turbulence In The Offical Trailer

Actor and filmmaker Nick Cheung made quick work of weighing in on the press during FilMart in Hong Kong with a to-do list of his own next to that of his fellow film peers. Part of his campaign no less included the marketing of his latest crime thriller, The Trough (formerly a Taste Of Crime) ahead of its Asian rollout starting on April 28 in China, here marking his latest and third turn at both sides of the lens. Yu Chau is a cop who has gone so deep undercover within the triad. He can no longer tell which side of the law he’s on. When he accidentally kills one of his pals in an operation, he runs off into the boonies to lick his wounds. Upon his return, he teams up with fellow officers Jim and Jackie to catch a triad Boss, only to unveil collusion with government officials […]

Wu Jing Flips Frank Grillo A Double In The First Teaser For WOLF WARRIOR 2

Lee B. Golden III

It’s a rewarding thing to see action star and filmmaker Wu Jing (SPL 2, Call Of Heroes) back in the fray since the strenuous production of his solo directorial debut, Wolf Warrior, took an already accumulating toll on his physical health to the point of needing surgery. Seeing him bounce back as he has, that he’s come back to conquer the sequel is telling of just how much he probably loves the film property, and perhaps no less with the helpful potential forseen by the first film’s box office success two years ago. Thus, with the behind-the-scenes bridging of shared production muscle between China and the U.S., Wolf Warrior 2 has arisen online with new assets for its promotional campaign ahead of its July 28 release. Specific plot details are nil but the first teaser and stills are making the rounds, setting the stage in a war-torn African country for […]

A Case For Better Action Movies: WOLF WARRIOR (2015)

Lee B. Golden III

Obviously, the key to selling a film are its trailers, a fact that martial arts film fans largely regard, and there’s no question that star power is factor. That said, the prospects of watching action star favorites, Wu Jing and Scott Adkins have been nothing short of electric in the wake of all the publicity for Wu’s latest solo co-directorial debut, Wolf Warrior, set against the backdrop of mainland China’s jungle setting with a nationalist-tone pitting a maverick soldier against a squad of deadly foreign mercs and their vengeful crimeboss leader. Sounds good, of course, and a great set up for a potential classic given the star power at our disposal…and unfortunately, that’s all this film has. The film takes off with Wu in the role of PLA soldier Leng Feng, an impetuous sniper who is court marshalled after breaking the chain of command and ensuing the fatal capture of […]

Watch This Explosive Blooper Reel For Wu Jing's WOLF WARRIOR

Lee B. Golden III

Action star and debut director Wu Jing‘s latest film, Wolf Warrior, roared its way through China’s box office during its opening first weekend of April, setting up a hot season of movie magic as the first of two flicks to arrive this year – the second being SPL 2: A Time Of Consequences opposite Tony Jaa. The film, also starring Scott Adkins and Yu Nan, is also one of the latest examples of what it means to suffer for what you love most, particularly for Wu as he punished himself through every grueling minute he endured in helping to create the brutal and explosive action sequences for the film. No doubt about it – Wu has soldiered his way through it all, thick and thin, and recovered from the longstanding bumps and bruises he received during its production, some of which have been made availbale in a recently released blooper/outtake […]

The Wolves Line Up In New Character Posters For WOLF WARRIOR + New Featurette

Lee B. Golden III

It’s probably a good thing that it’s taking as long as it has for the release of actor, producer and debut director Wu Jing‘s latest offering, Wolf Warrior. Production wrapped long ago on deck for what would have been either a late 2014 or January release in China before it was decided to add some IMAX/3D muscle, and for what it’s worth, it could pay off. Also produced by Lv Jianmin, Wu stars as a defiant Chinese commando operative whose skill set is put to use while training a new squad of elite commandos, only to come in the crosshairs of vengeful foreign mercenaries. Actor Scott Adkins stars opposite Wu as the main villain with fight choreography by Wu cohort, Nicky Li Chung-Chi (Legendary Assassin, Invisible Target) in what could only be one of the most highly anticipated screen bouts this year prior to Wu‘s goes forthcoming brawl with action […]

Review: THE TAKING OF TIGER MOUNTAIN (2014)

Lee B. Golden III

SYNOPSIS: Tsui Hark’s thrilling adaptation of Qu Bo’s beloved adventure novel stars Tony LEUNG Ka-fai as a ruthless bandit, ruling the lands of Northeast China from his fortress on Tiger Mountain. A captain of the Liberation Army (LIN Gengxin) launches a counter-insurgency against the dictator with a skilled investigator (ZHANG Hanyu) sent to destroy the gang from the inside. REVIEW: It’s been a while since I’ve seen a Tsui Hark film, and to be honest, I haven’t had the luxury of seeing all of them. However, I will speak on the handful of films I have seen with his name attached, and his is a vision I am entirely charmed by when it comes to truly epic, adventurous storytelling. This time, he introduces us to at least one other aspect of history that not many of us are not exposed to, and here thanks in large part to late author […]

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

Lee B. Golden III

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 […]

Actress Yu Nan Shows Her Stripes In New WOLF WARRIORS Character Posters!

Lee B. Golden III

Nary a word is being said just yet about action star and debut director Wu Jing‘s commando action thriller, Wolf Warriors, which won’t see the light of day until its January IMAX release in China next year. Hopefully though, the film managed to succeed its dealings while gracing the presence of an audience this month at the American Film Market and hopefully fans will get to see just what Wu has in store for this, his second to last performance on film. Besides, any martial arts action fan in their right mind wouldn’t say no to anything as awesome as watching Wu go toe-to-toe with Scott Adkins (Ninja: Shadow Of A Tear), and with any luck, we’ll see how this plays out soon enough in feature-length fashion. In the meantime, the film is getting an awesome 2D, 3D and IMAX release in China next January, and with little more than just a […]

Wu Jing's WOLF WARRIORS Howl At AFM 2014 Next Month!

Lee B. Golden III

Aside from taking center stage on an alluring set of patriotic posters for his upcoming commando action thriller, Wolf Warriors, multifaceted martial arts action star Wu Jing is finally getting his day at the American Film Market next month for his new directorial debut. The film is one of the few final performances from the beloved genre favorite in lieu of mandatory leg surgery which has since put his career on indefinite hold. SYNOPSIS: Leng Feng is a rebellious special force soldier. During an assault mission, he disobeys an direct order, shooting three bullets through a concrete wall for a kill shot on the drug lord, hence the nickname “Cruel Three Shots”. While serving time in confinement for insubordination, Leng Feng ’s extraordinary marksmanship earns himself recruitment into China’s elite “Wolf Warrior” Squadron. By going through relentless military drills, Leng Feng slowly finds his place among his comrades. Just when […]

Wu Jing And Scott Adkins Trade Blows In The First Teaser For SPECIAL FORCE: WOLF WARRIOR!

Lee B. Golden III

Some say that patience is a virtue for anything worth waiting for, and for fans of martial arts stars Wu Jing and Scott Adkins, the reward is finally getting closer with the latest thirty second teaser for Wu‘s solo directorial debut, Special Force: Wolf Warrior (formerly known as Warg and Wolf War). Up until now, we’ve only gotten small glimpses of the production with some viral stills and behind-the-scenes pics and featurette late last year. Other than that, it’s safe to say the film is still in post-production, but the film presents quite a good looking cast, which namely so far includes Yu Nan (The Expendables 2) and Vincent Zhao (The Blacksheep Affair) to name a few. Hopefully more official info about the film’s cast, characters and plot will surface. In the meantime, with Wu still on the set of his next thriller, SPL 2: A Time For Consequences with […]