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This week on PREVIOUSLY ON… Jason and Rosie check in on the massive success of Obsession and Backrooms and discuss the YouTube to theatrical release creator pipeline. They also share updates about the John Wick spin-off Caine featuring Donnie Yen and Jason Momoa leaving the upcoming Helldivers movie. Next, they discuss the mixed early reviews for Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day and debate whether directors over the age of 70 can still deliver hits. Then Jason gives us a Knicks check-in ahead of Game 5 of the NBA Finals after a historic comeback win from the Knicks in Game 4. To close, they interview A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms showrunner Ira Parker. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Multiverse News, your source for information about all your favorite fictional universes.Everything old is new again, especially at this week's box office. The Wayans Brothers' nostalgia-driven sequel Scary Movie opened to a franchise best of $55 million. Unfortunately for Masters of the Universe, the 80s-tv show inspired live action adaptation barely scraped more than $29 million - a true bust for a film that cost more than $170 million to make. Horror darlings Obsession and Backrooms are still ruling the roost at theaters, both having crossed over the $200 million threshold this past weekend.Here's the news you didn't know you wanted, Hugh Jackman is set to star in a Ridley Scott-directed adaptation of the truly classic novel Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. Adolescence writer Jack Thorne will pen the script that stars Jackman as the pirate Long John Silver himself. The original novel was published in 1883 and has been adapted many times.The project is ready to be bid on by all studios. Netflix has announced an official title and revealed a logo for an upcoming Ghostbusters animated series which will officially be titled Ghostbusters: Nightshift. The series is expected to debut sometime in 2027. The upcoming John Wick spin off series currently titled Caine has added Bill Nighy, Dacre Montgomery, and Mason Thames to the cast. The series is being directed by martial arts master Donnie Yen and is currently in production in Budapest and Hong Kong. Netflix has revealed a first look at Scooby Doo from the upcoming live action Scooby Doo series which will premiere sometime in 2027. A short teaser was also released online to make the reveal. This will be the first time the iconic character will be played by an actual dog. Deadline has reported that Jason Momoa is departing PlayStation Productions and Sony Pictures' film adaptation of Helldivers, based on Arrowhead Game Studios' video game franchise, from director Justin Lin. The reason for his departure is unknown.
Yeah, yeah, we're talking about Rogue One again. Cassian said we had to.But this time we dug up some fresh, alternate angles and deep-dives that managed to broaden our already sky-high opinion of the film.Today's root beer is Goldmine.Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5Send us Fan Mail
In this episode, we dive into the week's biggest movie news. Obsession's unprecedented box office run is turning heads, and we break down why this film is breaking the mold and what it could mean for future releases. We also explore a film in development from the Radio Silence directing duo—an adaptation based on the Choose Your Own Adventure book series—and discuss how interactive storytelling might reshape the theatrical experience. Plus, we'll break down Dacre Montgomery's casting alongside Donnie Yen in the John Wick spinoff Caine, and Kyle Gallner joining Brie Larson in JT Mollner's Skeletons. We'll also glance at the latest box office results for The Mandalorian and Grogu, and cap things off with our take on the trailer for Her Private Hell.
Welcome to another episode of Death Don't Do Fiction, the AIPT Movies podcast! The podcast about the enduring legacy of our favorite movies! It's May, which means it's time for the AIPT Movies podcast's “Mayhem” series! Where we cover movies that kick ass in the literal sense! In this week's episode, Alex, Tim, and guest Tony Sedani discuss John Woo's 1997 maximalist action-drama classic, Face/Off! Healing lasers! A face floating in medical grade goo! An evil-looking mustache! Troubling goth makeup! Danny Masterson getting beat up for being a creep! A heart attack-inducing evil stare! Chekhov's butterfly knife! Snazzy suits and golden guns! Reused props from the 1993 Super Mario Bros. movie! Castor Troy's box of fun! Child endangerment! Awkward use of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow!" Efficient establishment of a bitter rivalry! Lengthy explanations of illogical pseudo science! Copious melodrama! Possibly the least subtle use of mirrors you've ever seen! Random sci-fi elements! Highly quotable lines! Bold parenting strategies! Hand waterfalls! Multiple amazing action set-pieces including an opening sequence that lesser movies would save for the finale! Environmental destruction, explosions, stunts, and sparks for days! Legendary filmmaker John Woo let loose with a big Hollywood budget, delivering a dose of pure cinematic adrenaline, that despite its somewhat silly reputation is a masterclass in action filmmaking! All that plus Nicolas Cage and John Travolta perfectly matching each other's crazy in the best body swap movie ever made! Come for the overacting, stay for the over-the-top action! In addition, the gang shares their spoiler-free thoughts on Mortal Kombat II with Karl Urban, The Punisher: One Last Kill, Robert Rodriguez's Once Upon a Time In Mexico, Hokum, Ben Affleck's Live by Night, Spider-Man: Far From Home, Paul W. S. Anderson's Soldier, Donnie Yen's The Prosecutor, and the Korean action/crime drama series on Netflix, Bloodhounds! You can find Death Don't Do Fiction on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends! The Death Don't Do Fiction podcast brings you the latest in movie news, reviews, and more! Hosted by supposed “industry vets,” Alex Harris and Tim Gardiner, the show gives you a peek behind the scenes from two filmmakers with oddly nonexistent filmographies. You can find Alex on Twitter, Bluesky, or Letterboxd @actionharris. This episode's guest, Tony Sedani, can be found on Instagram @tsedani and information on Tony and Alex's upcoming comic book can be found on Instagram @overforce_x_hellrazors. Tim can't be found on social media because he doesn't exist. If you have any questions or suggestions for the Death Don't Do Fiction crew, they can be reached at aiptmoviespod@gmail.com, or you can find them on Twitter or Instagram @aiptmoviespod. Theme song is “We Got it Goin On” by Cobra Man.
Heidiho Welt, in dieser Folge geben die linke und die rechte Hand des Teufels richtig Vollgas und kloppen, schlitzen und meucheln sich durch diverse Schlachtplatten. Allen voran Frank Castle in seinem Kurzausflug „Punisher – The Last Kill“ und Donnie Yen (etwas blutärmer) im Hongkong-Actioner mit epischem Endfight „Raging Fire“. Weiterhin im Blutranking ganz oben dabei: „Daredevil: Born Again“ S2, „The Boys“ S5 und „Kill Bill – The Whole Bloody Affair“. Aber damit sind die beiden noch lange nicht am Ende der Blutfontäne angekommen. Denn mit der Nazikiller-Maschine in „Sisu 2 – Road to Revenge“ und den reißzähnigen Bullenhaien in „Thrash“ setzen sie dem eskalierenden Blutspektakel die Krone auf. Ach ja, und für Familienunterhaltung ist mit „Running Point“ S2 & „The Mandalorian & Grogu“ gesorgt. Dramatisch (Pun intended) wird es in „The Drama“. Die düsteren Abgründe der Menschheit werden in zwei guten Dokus ergründet, bevor ein komplett aus der Zeit gefallener Action-Klassiker sein 40-jähriges Jubiläum feiert. Wie immer gilt: bleibt gesund und spoilerfrei!
This week the dads tackle Wilson Yip's SPL: Kill Zone — part crime thriller, part tragedy, part full-contact martial-arts clinic. Donnie Yen, Sammo Hung and Simon Yam carry a film that's interested in corruption and consequence as much as it is in breaking bones on camera.First though: Top Five Dons. Unsurprisingly, this goes everywhere. Corleone, TV Dons, gaming Dons, football Dons, and assorted nonsense all make appearances before the lads finally get to the main event.Top Five segment highlights:Classic mob-boss royalty and the unavoidable Godfather referencesDon characters from prestige TV and old-school comedyCurveballs from animation/gaming cultureA healthy amount of side-questing into football and pop-culture triviaOn the main feature:The setup: A terminally ill inspector and his squad target a triad boss after a witness case collapses.The tone: Bleak, cynical, and morally compromised from the jump — this is not a clean heroes-villains story.The action ramp: The dads note it takes its time, then cashes in hard late.The alley fight: Widely discussed as the technical standout (knife vs baton, terrifying pace, almost no wasted movement).The finale: Heavy, vicious, and emotionally costly — no easy triumph, no neat bow.What worked bestPhysical, high-commitment choreography that still holds upSammo Hung as a genuinely intimidating antagonistA darker dramatic spine than many equivalent action filmsReservations discussedPacing in the first stretch can feel deliberate-to-slow depending on moodSome narrative beats are more functional than elegantFinal verdict:Strong recommend. If you're into grimy Hong Kong crime/action hybrids with serious impact, SPL absolutely earns a watch.You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!We love to hear from our listeners! By which I mean we tolerate it. If it hasn't been completely destroyed yet you can usually find us on twitter @dads_film, on Facebook Bad Dads Film Review, on email at baddadsjsy@gmail.com or on our website baddadsfilm.com. Until next time, we remain... Bad Dads
Collin critiques the legendary martial arts epic Ip Man, starring Donnie Yen in the first installment of the Ip Man franchise.
Kristian Harloff breaks down the biggest movie news stories of the day, including the huge global box office debut for Michael, the latest on Daredevil: Born Again and its ratings struggles, a disappointing delay for Rush Hour 4, and major updates in the John Wick universe with Caine officially beginning production and new details on John Wick 5. If you're looking for the latest movie news, box office analysis, franchise updates, and industry breakdowns, today's Kristian Harloff Show has you covered. First, Kristian reacts to Michael opening to a massive $217 million worldwide, giving the Michael Jackson biopic one of the strongest debuts of the year. Is Michael already on its way to becoming one of the biggest music biopics ever? Kristian breaks down what the box office numbers mean for Jaafar Jackson, Antoine Fuqua, and the future of musical biopics in Hollywood. Next, Daredevil: Born Again is making headlines for the wrong reasons. Despite major anticipation from Marvel fans, new reports suggest Daredevil: Born Again has not delivered the ratings Marvel Studios may have hoped for. Kristian discusses what this could mean for Charlie Cox, the future of Daredevil in the MCU, and whether Marvel's Disney+ strategy is starting to show real cracks. Kristian also covers the latest on Rush Hour 4, as the long-awaited sequel has reportedly hit another major delay. With both Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker aging out of the demanding action-comedy franchise, is Rush Hour 4 still realistic? Kristian discusses whether the sequel can still happen and if the moment has already passed for one of the most beloved buddy-cop franchises ever. Finally, the John Wick universe keeps expanding. Caine, the Donnie Yen-led John Wick spinoff, has officially started filming, while new reports reveal that the idea for John Wick 5 is already in motion. Kristian breaks down what this means for Donnie Yen's future in the franchise, whether Keanu Reeves could return, and how far Lionsgate can realistically push the John Wick universe. Topics include: Michael opens to $217 million worldwide Michael Jackson biopic box office breakdown Daredevil: Born Again ratings struggle Marvel Disney+ concerns Rush Hour 4 delayed again Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker sequel concerns Caine begins filming John Wick 5 story idea revealed #Michael #MichaelJackson #DaredevilBornAgain #Daredevil #Marvel #RushHour4 #JackieChan #ChrisTucker #JohnWick #JohnWick5 #Caine #DonnieYen #MovieNews #KristianHarloff #BoxOffice SPONSOR: LIQUID IV: Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to https://www.LIQUIDIV.com and get 20% off your first purchase with code KRISTIAN at checkout
► Tickets für unsere Tour: https://www.eventim.de/artist/die-deutschen/?affiliate=TUGIn dieser epischen Folge gehen wir volles Risiko und öffnen uns wie noch nie zuvor. Es beginnt mit einer tiefgründigen Diskussion über das Erstellen einer persönlichen Bucketlist – von skurrilen Dingen wie Bart-Laser-Behandlungen bis hin zu ernsthaften Ambitionen wie dem Schreiben eines eigenen Drehbuchs oder Schauspielunterricht. Wir analysieren dabei nicht nur unsere eigenen Wünsche, sondern tauchen tief in die Welt der Filmproduktion ab. Warum scheitern viele deutsche Produktionen im Vergleich zu amerikanischen Blockbustern wie 'John Wick'? Wir sprechen über Budgets, Kamera-Techniken, das harte Los als Stuntman und warum wahre Kinokunst in Deutschland oft am System scheitert. Wir diskutieren über die Zukunft von Action-Franchises, das Alter der großen Action-Stars wie Denzel Washington oder Donnie Yen und warum wir selbst von der Magie des Kinos träumen. Egal ob du Motivation suchst, dich für Film-Produktion interessierst oder einfach nur das Entertainment unserer offenen Unterhaltung genießt – diese Folge steckt voller Insights, Lacher und realer Business-Einsichten.Alle Kanäle | Die Deutschen► Folgt uns: https://linktr.ee/diedeutschen► Werdet Teil der Community auf Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/diedeutschenpodcast/membership
Zwar erwähnten wir ihn bereits im Zusammenhang mit den Filmen anderer Stars, doch selbstredend hat Donnie Yen eine Folge verdient, die ganz ihm und seiner Kick-Herrlichkeit gewidmet ist. Er selbst würde das sicher auch so sehen. Und so sprechen wir in dieser Episode über zwei der markantesten und Starvehikel des Kampfsport-Asses, nicht über die "Ip Man"-Filme, sondern über seine Comebackfilme "SPL - Kill Zone" und "Flash Point" von "Ip Man"-Regisseur Wilson Yip. Warum die vielleicht mehr Beachtung verdienen und welchen Stellenwert sie für das Hongkong-Actionkino besitzen, erfahrt ihr, wenn ihr reinhört. Viel Spaß!Folgt uns aufInstagramSergejs LetterboxMartins LetterboxUnd besucht:https://www.actionfreunde.de/https://liquid-love.de/forum/Music Intro: https://www.purple-planet.com
We do a Live Reaction to Monarch Legacy of Monsters Season 2!Anime Seasons are in full swing in 2026, lets talk about it!Come kick it, have some drinks and laughs and lets talk NERD! Here's some more topics on the docket this week! - No Avengers Doomsday or Spiderman Brand New Day Trailers at the Superbowl?!- Sir Ian McKellen Drops Major Magneto Spoiler Ahead of Avengers Doomsday!- Donnie Yen's 'John Wick Spinoff' is filming in Hong Kong- Lanterns s being positioned as DC's 'True Detective'- Crunchyroll Increases Subscription Prices- Comics of the Week and more!Remember to Like, Comment and Subscribe!
This week we are discussing the 2002 wuxia epic: Hero (英雄). Join us as we talk about the stunning visuals, colorful chapters, understanding martial arts films, political readings, Indy's love of Tony Leung (and most of the cast, really), Chinese history, and a bunch of other things I've already forgotten. This episode was originally released on January 13, 2025. I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa Hero (英雄, Yīngxióng) is a 2002 wuxia martial arts film directed, co-written, and produced by Zhang Yimou, and starring Jet Li, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Maggie Cheung, Zhang Ziyi, Donnie Yen and Chen Daoming. The cinematography was by Christopher Doyle, and the musical score composed by Tan Dun. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film at the 75th Academy Awards. The historical background of the film refers to the Warring States Period in ancient China, when China was divided into seven states. In 227–221 BC, the Qin state was about to unify the other six states, assassins from the six states were sent to assassinate the king of Qin. One of the most famous incidents was Jing Ke's attempted assassination of the King of Qin.
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) on The Atomic Cinema Experiment. This is a sci fi movie podcast. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is directed by Gareth Edwards and stars Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Ben Mendelsohn, Donnie Yen, Mads Mikkelsen, Alan Tudyk patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv all links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Email: mftvquestions@gmail.com Audio version: https://the-ace-atomic-cinema-experime.pinecast.com
An action packed special episode 600 with director Kenji Tanigaki for his relentless and entertaining thriller, The Furious. More about The FuriousIn a small Southeast Asian country, skilled martial artist Wang Wei's daughter Rainy is abducted by a child trafficking ring. Wang Wei sets out on a rampage, confronting both the corrupt police and the criminals, determined to rescue his kidnapped daughter. In the process, he encounters Navin, a journalist tirelessly trying to solve his wife's disappearance. Together, the two unleash their formidable combat skills, fighting their way through dangerous obstacles and manage to unravel crucial clues and successfully rescue Rainy and a group of innocent children, dismantling the notorious human trafficking syndicate and bringing justice to the exploited and vulnerable.More about Kenji TanigakiKenji Tanigaki is a Japanese director, action director, and fight choreographer.From a young age, he was captivated by action cinema and was particularlyinfluenced by Hong Kong films. After training at the Kurata Action Club in Japan,he moved to Hong Kong to pursue his career.He became the only Japanese member of the Hong Kong Stuntman Associationand gained early experience working on the martial arts drama series "Fist ofFury" (produced by ATV), where he met Donnie Yen. This led to numerouscollaborations on Donnie's projects, further honing his craft.Tanigaki's long-standing expertise in action choreography has been widelyrecognized. He won the Taiwan Golden Horse Award for HIDDEN MAN in 2018,and the Hong Kong Film Award for both RAGING FIRE in 2021 and TWILIGHT OFTHE WARRIORS: WALLED IN in 2024. His notable credits include the RUROUNIKENSHIN series (2012–2021), SNAKE EYES: G.I. JOE ORIGINS (2021), and hisdirectorial debut feature ENTER THE FAT DRAGON (2020).Find us atwww.werewatchingwhat.cominstagram.com/werewatchingwhattiktok.com/@werewatchingwhat
This podcast episode delves into the intersection of martial arts, stunt performance, and the vibrant world of anime, specifically through the lens of the highly anticipated Star Wars Visions Vol 3. trailer. Our guest, Gary Peebles, a distinguished stunt performer and martial artist, shares his profound passion for martial arts that ignited at the tender age of three, drawing inspiration from iconic figures such as Donnie Yen and James Liu. He elaborates on how the influences of anime have shaped his approach to stunt work in major productions like Black Adam, and the Guardians of the Galaxy series. Furthermore, Gary offers insightful commentary on the significance of representation for BIPOC individuals within the stunt community, highlighting the formation of the Stunt POC Crew and its collaboration with Blerd Station. Through this engaging conversation, we explore the cultural richness that informs both the martial arts and anime genres, while also underscoring the imperative of diversity in the entertainment industry. NEW EPISODE ALERT!! This Tuesday at 8 PM EST on Blerd's Eyeview we're sitting down with the incredible Gary Peebles. Stuntman, martial artist, and performer behind some of the biggest blockbusters in Hollywood! You've seen his work in: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Avengers: Infinity War & Endgame Black Adam Mike Guardians of the Galaxy: Holiday Special…and so much more!We'll dive into his martial arts journey , how he broke into the stunt world , and the challenges of being a Black stuntman in mainstream Hollywood. Action. Hustle. Representation. This is a convo you don't want to miss! Tuesday | 8 PM EST Watch LIVE Twitch: / @blerdseyeview1Youtube: / @blerdseyeview> The latest episode features a comprehensive discussion centered around the highly anticipated "Star Wars Visions Vol 3" trailer, emphasizing the profound admiration for the anime style reminiscent of classic anime. The hosts articulate their excitement about the new artistic directions being taken in this beloved franchise. The conversation transitions to Gary Peebles, an accomplished stunt performer and martial artist, whose career began at the tender age of three. His passion for martial arts is palpable as he recounts influential figures such as Donnie Yen and James Liu, who have inspired his journey. Gary elaborates on how he integrates his love for anime into his stunt work, which can be seen in major films like "Black Adam" and the "Guardians of the Galaxy" series. The hosts and Gary delve into the significance of representation for BIPOC individuals in the stunt community, celebrating the recent formation of the Stunt POC Crew, which aims to uplift and support minority performers in the industry. Gary's insights provide a critical perspective on the ongoing efforts to diversify the film landscape, making this episode not only entertaining but also enlightening.> The episode intricately weaves together the themes of passion for anime, martial arts, and representation within the film industry. The hosts passionately react to the "Star Wars Visions Vol 3" trailer, expressing their excitement for the anime influence that has been a staple in the evolution of storytelling within the Star Wars universe. Gary Peebles shares his remarkable journey from a young martial artist, inspired by icons like Donnie Yen, to a successful stunt performer in blockbuster films. The discussion further expands to consider the essential topic of representation for BIPOC in the stunt community, as Gary emphasizes the importance of visibility and mentorship for upcoming talent. The establishment of the Stunt POC Crew is highlighted as a pivotal initiative aimed at fostering
Send us a textMerch - https://prettycool.printify.me/Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/PrettyCoolIGuessJohn Wick: Chapter 4Director - Chad StahelskiWriters - Shay Hatten, Michael Finch, Derek KolstadMusic - Tyler Bates, Joel J RichardStars:Keanu ReevesLaurence FishburneLance ReddickIan McShaneBill SkarsgardClancy BrownMarko ZarorDonnie YenHiroyuki SanadaShamier AndersonRina Sawayama
An ink and pencils maestro, BIPOC Animation Festival Award nominee and creator of the first, globally distributed Digital Desktop Format comic, Roc Bottom has garnered praise from hundreds for his stylistic and innovative approach to his craft. His creative works have been featured in The Underwire Online magazine with his creator-owned comic, Lion's Den Revolution, the first comic to ever be presented in digital desktop format. Other comics credits include Queen of Sin and Master's Devils for Legion Studios and 803 from 803 Studios. Roc's titles include Order, Shadowclub Karma, and Jet Boy: Dawn of K.R.O.N.O.S.In addition to comic work, Roc is also bringing his creations to life through animation. His upcoming animated projects such as Brides, Dark Goddess, Jet Boy: The Animated Series, Shadowclub Karma: The Series, and Lion's Den Revolution: The Movie are all currently in production across multiple platforms.The conversation further delves into the intricate dynamics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), examining the evolution of superhero narratives and their cultural implications. The hosts engage in a thoughtful critique of recent MCU films, discussing how these narratives resonate with audiences and reflect broader societal themes. They explore the intersection of popular culture and identity, particularly how characters from diverse backgrounds are represented within these blockbuster narratives. The episode highlights the dual role of animation as both a form of entertainment and a medium for social commentary, urging listeners to reflect on the portrayal of heroes and the stories we cherish.Takeaways: The podcast discusses the significance of a Black-owned animation studio in South Carolina, highlighting its commitment to fostering diversity in the animation industry. A thorough exploration of 80's cartoons is presented, illustrating their cultural impact and the nostalgia they evoke among audiences today. The episode emphasizes the importance of representation in animation, featuring discussions about iconic martial artists like Michelle Yeoh, Jet Li, Jackie Chan, and Donnie Yen. Listeners are encouraged to support local initiatives that provide resources and opportunities for aspiring young animators, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds. The hosts engage in a serious discussion about the Marvel Cinematic Universe, analyzing various films and their interconnected narratives, particularly focusing on character development. The significance of community and collaboration within the animation industry is underscored, as the podcast highlights partnerships between studios and educational institutions. Links referenced in this episode:rockbottomstudios.comblerdstation.comaprtv.comyoutube.com
By 2016, the Star Wars galaxy was splintered. Disney had bought the keys to the kingdom, and The Force Awakens had opened the floodgates of nostalgia; fans were debating whether the magic still remained. Enter Rogue One, a gritty, grounded war film that not only connected the dots between trilogies but also reminded us what sacrifice actually looks like in a galaxy far, far away. Our Rogue One (2016) Review could be our boldest Star Wars exploration yet. Listen to find out.On this week's Born to Watch, the team rallies on Yavin 4 to break down the boldest entry in Disney's Star Wars canon. Whitey brings the heat with tales of midnight screenings and family rewatches, calling Rogue One the "Everest" of modern Star Wars. Damo, initially underwhelmed, admits it took a second viewing to appreciate the depth and daring of this standalone story. And Bones? Let's just say he came armed with more trivia than a Death Star databank, from K-2SO's comic origins to what Chirrut Îmwe's staff is really made of.The episode begins with the squad sharing their first impressions, ranging from faulty cinema projectors to kids ditching mid-movie, before diving into the film's iconic trailer. Vader's breath. The Rogue One theme. Mon Mothma's icy resolve. It still rocks. The boys dissect what made the trailer work and laugh at the glaringly absent "I rebel" line that somehow vanished between teaser and final cut.Naturally, the Born to Watch crew doesn't just scratch the surface. They dive deep into what makes Rogue One so special: a fresh cast of characters who aren't chosen ones or lightsaber prodigies, but ordinary rebels making impossible choices. Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones) gets major love for her no-frills attitude, while Diego Luna's Cassian Andor earns newfound respect thanks to the phenomenal Andor series, which Whitey all but begs Damo to finally watch.And then there's K-2SO, the sardonic droid voiced by Alan Tudyk (aka "Two Dicks”, don't ask, just listen). Easily one of the funniest characters in the franchise, K-2 delivers punchlines and gut-punches with equal finesse. The same goes for Donnie Yen's Chirrut and Wen Jiang's Baze, a dynamic duo who bring martial arts, mysticism, and machine guns to the battlefield.Ben Mendelsohn's Director Krennic gets the Aussie shoutout treatment, with the team praising his imperial smugness and exquisite cape work. Forest Whitaker's Saw Gerrera? A source of debate, gasps, and conspiracy theories, is he a Vader prototype? A puffed-up Darth Hipster? Either way, "Bo Gullet" lives rent-free in everyone's head, even if no one quite understands what he's doing there.And then comes the scene. You know the one. The Vader hallway massacre. It's cinematic perfection, a horror movie, action flick, and fan fantasy rolled into one red lightsaber ignition. The team agrees: it might be the greatest single moment in Star Wars history. Period.From there, it's time for Good, Bad, and Ugly, where the sets, the new worlds (Scarif, Jedha), and the grounded stakes all get high praise. The team relishes how Rogue One finally explains the Death Star's ridiculous design flaw, praises its minimal use of nostalgia, and wonders how Jyn Erso climbs that 500-metre tower without even puffing.Legacy-wise, Rogue One is a billion-dollar box office hit that somehow still feels underrated. No Skywalkers. No prophecy. Just a desperate, beautiful mission and a finale that dares to kill every single lead. The episode wraps with laughs, trivia, a tease of a Star Wars Trivial Pursuit rematch, and a reminder that Rogue One is the rare Disney-era film that actually elevates what came before.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONIs Rogue One the best Star Wars movie since the original trilogy?Would you rather pilot an X-Wing or be one with the Force like Chirrut? Is K-2SO the most underrated droid in the galaxy?Drop us a voicemail at https://www.borntowatch.com.au and be part of the show!Listen to the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your pods.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the bell to stay updated on all things Born to Watch, your weekly fix of nostalgia, nonsense, and no-holds-barred movie breakdowns.#RogueOne #StarWars #BornToWatch #MoviePodcast #CassianAndor #K2SO #DarthVader #FilmReview
Sharpen your blade! This week on Enjoy Stuff we duel through the best sword fights in movie history, from Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone to Luke Skywalker and The Bride. En garde and Enjoy Stuff! Whether you're swinging a wrapping paper tube, a sharp saber, or just a stick, we all love the romanticism of sword fighting. Let's look at the best ones in the movies. News Discover magical new treats: Harry Potter Krispy Kremes The new A Book of Dragons by Mike Witwer is now available Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Hello Kitty at McDonald's? Sounds like a match made in heaven RIP Terrance Stamp Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay celebrates Texas Massacre Day (Aug 18) with a special screening of the 1974 horror classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Shua dives into the fascinating world of Disney fandom with AJ Wolf's book Disney Adults Sci-Fi Saturdays - This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay takes a look at Coherence (2014), a twisty tale that truly defines the meaning of “coherence,” both in its story and its theme. Read Jay's full breakdown on RetroZap.com. Also check out his latest work on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU. Enjoy Sword Fighting! Sharpen your blade and tighten your grip! This week Jay and Shua celebrate the art of the sword fight, both in history and on the big screen. From legendary real-world figures like Miyamoto Musashi, Joan of Arc, and Julie d'Aubigny to Hollywood's masters of swashbuckling like Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone, they slice into the roots of swordsmanship and how it translates into movie magic. They look at the evolution of sword fights on screen: Silent Era swashbucklers like The Mark of Zorro (1920) with Douglas Fairbanks Golden Age Hollywood spectacle in The Adventures of Robin Hood Post-War Realism in Japanese samurai cinema (Seven Samurai) Modern Era duels ranging from Star Wars lightsabers to Game of Thrones brutality Plus, they salute the fight choreographers who make it all possible, Nick Gillard, Bob Anderson, Donnie Yen and break down famous sword fighting techniques like the parry and riposte, feints, disarms, and Iaido precision strikes. Finally, they take a tour through some of cinema's greatest sword battles: The Princess Bride's witty duel Rob Roy's brutal finale Pirates of the Caribbean's rolling water wheel fight Kill Bill's unforgettable Crazy 88 showdown The operatic lightsaber clashes of Star Wars And many more from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon to The Lord of the Rings What makes a sword fight truly great? Choreography? Stakes? Cinematography? First person that emails me with the subject line, “En Garde!” will get a special mention on the show. Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com
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Punch Mountain is about to sell a million of those wooden training dummies with IP MAN. Mac and David discuss Donnie Yen's "aw shucks" acting style, Ip Man's origins as a fancy boy, and the long-lasting humiliation of pantsing before revealing IP MAN's place on the definitive ranking of action movies.
Starting off our Star Wars month with "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story"This month we are covering the original trilogy, A New Hope on the 12th, Empire Strikes Back on the 19th, and Return of the Jedi on the 26th! But first, Forrest, Conan Neutron, Kristina Oakes, and Jason Myles of This is Revolution @THISISREVOLUTIONpodcast are talking about the 2016 prequel to the Original Trilogy, Rogue One!! Starring Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Ben Mendelsohn, Forrest Whitaker, Mads Mikkelsen, and Donnie Yen #starwars #rogue #rogueone #darthvader #anewhope #skywalker #lucasfilm #empire #deathstar #andor #jedi #lightsaber #princess #princessleia We are also streaming on @thisspacetv throw them a followJoin our discord: https://discord.gg/ZHU8W55pnhJoin our Patreon to get all our After Parties https://www.patreon.com/MovieNightExtra
Episode 93 - Our schedule has not been consistent lately but helpfully we are back on track after a summer of travel and adventures, all while watching Kung Fu films. This wraps up July and our month of Kung Fu Legends. This week we watched Ip Man (2008) starring Donnie Yen. Ip Man is the story of a Kung Fu master defending his town and country once again from those pesky Japanese. The real Ip Man was the teacher of Bruce Lee, so we come full circle to wrap things up. And we are carrying this momentum over to next month as we move over to Japan to cover a series of Ninja films. First up is Ninja: A Band of Assassins (1962), brought to you by Marco.email us at mracfilmclub@gmail.com
Episode 92 - This is a big week as we covered 2 Kung Fu legends and their respective films. The main feature is Once Upon a Time in China (1991), which stars Jet Li as he attempts to thwart foreign forces who are trying to move into mainland China, while also protecting his aunt who might not really be his aunt. The supplemental is Drunken Master 2 (1994), which stars Jackie Chan also attempting to thwart foreign forces who are attempting to steal Chinese artifacts, using his drunken boxing style. We cover a lot in this one so strap yourself in and grab some wine. And dropping soon will be the final installment of Kung Fu legends month where we watch and discuss Ip Man (2008) starring Donnie Yen.email us at mracfilmclub@gmail.com
October 8-16, 1988 This week Ken welcomes Mike and Scot from the First Seven Inch podcast. Ken Mike and Scot discuss obscure hardcore, punk rock, having to pivot to make the fans happy, the power of Patreon, The Equalizer, TV and movies with punks, John Wick, Donnie Yen, being an easy mark, Midnight Caller, Silk Stalkings, Nick/Forever Night, USA Network, what to do when it's "too hot to sleep", creepy work pervs, smoking, being straight edge, brown cigarettes, Brendan Tartikof, Ed Grimley, the mythical magic of the big white TV Schedule board, testing your brain at the pharmacy, Amazon Women on the Moon, Real Men, Hellraiser, anthology TV, WNDS TV 50, Weather with Al, Mary Woronov, Sledge Hammer, NBC, Alf, Stevie Wonder, TV's Blooper and Practical Jokes, Librace, Throb, the career of Jim Hanks, CT people, the Moby of Puppets, The Hogans, Mr. Rogers, Letterman, Dear John, US remakes of UK shows, Who's the Boss, Donna Mills in Outback Bound, the American obsession with Australia, 'roid free world, Growing Pains, Nova, sexy Walter Mathau in Hopscotch, why 1985 is Ken's favorite year in movies, why the early 80s made us desperate for nerds to save us, fascist eagles, Slayer, Tyne Daly and kids in gangs, Just a Regular Kid an AIDS story, Highway to Heavan, Halloween epsiodes, Michael Berryman, being obsessed with guns, Chuck Norris' uzis in the Invasion USA poster, divorced parents, Just the Ten of Us, Crossing the Mob with Jason Batemen, Philly accents, the wonder of the phrase "also starring Frank Stallone", just the Maura Tierny scenes, bad NJ accents, Bush v Dukakis debate, collar up acting, UFO Coverup, Perfect Strangers, not liking Full House, how awful Halloween is Grinch Night is, Disney Channel, spoiled cousins getting cable channels from your grandparents, being a Freddy Kruger Kid, Corbin Bernson, Amanda Payes, and finally doing the show and hoping it holds up to all your hopes and dreams.
When a major Hollywood studio released Five Fingers of Death to thrill-seeking Times Square moviegoers on March 21, 1973, only a handful of Black and Asian American audience members knew the difference between an Iron Fist and an Eagle's Claw. That changed overnight as kung fu movies kicked off a craze that would earn millions at the box office, send TV ratings soaring, sell hundreds of thousands of video tapes, influence the birth of hip hop, reshape the style of action we see in movies today, and introduce America to some of the biggest non-white stars to ever hit motion picture screens.This lavishly illustrated book tells the bone-blasting, spine-shattering story of how these films of fury ― spawned in anti-colonial protests on the streets of Hong Kong ― came to America and raised hell for 15 years before greed, infomercials, and racist fearmongering shut them down.You'll meet Japanese judo coaches battling American wrestlers in backwoods MMA bouts at county fairs, black teenagers with razor sharp kung fu skills heading to Hong Kong to star in movies shot super fast so they can make it back to the States in time to start 10th grade, and Puerto Rican karate coaches making their way in this world with nothing but their own two fists.It's about an 11-year-old boy who not only created the first fan edit but somehow turned it into a worldwide moneymaker, CIA agents secretly funding a karate movie, the New York Times fabricating a fear campaign about black "karate gangs" out to kill white people, the history of black martial arts in America ("Why does judo or karate suddenly get so ominous because black men study it?," wondered Malcolm X), the death of Bruce Lee and the onslaught of imitators that followed, and how a fight that started in Japanese internment camps during World War II ended in a ninja movie some 40 years later.It's a battle for recognition and respect that started a long, long time ago and continues today in movies like The Matrix, Kill Bill, and Black Panther and here, for the first time, is the full uncensored story.2025's revised and expanded hardcover edition features new material on superstars like Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh, and Donnie Yen, plus spotlights on unsung performers, movie poster artists, low-rent film distributors, 1980s video companies, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.
When a major Hollywood studio released Five Fingers of Death to thrill-seeking Times Square moviegoers on March 21, 1973, only a handful of Black and Asian American audience members knew the difference between an Iron Fist and an Eagle's Claw. That changed overnight as kung fu movies kicked off a craze that would earn millions at the box office, send TV ratings soaring, sell hundreds of thousands of video tapes, influence the birth of hip hop, reshape the style of action we see in movies today, and introduce America to some of the biggest non-white stars to ever hit motion picture screens.This lavishly illustrated book tells the bone-blasting, spine-shattering story of how these films of fury ― spawned in anti-colonial protests on the streets of Hong Kong ― came to America and raised hell for 15 years before greed, infomercials, and racist fearmongering shut them down.You'll meet Japanese judo coaches battling American wrestlers in backwoods MMA bouts at county fairs, black teenagers with razor sharp kung fu skills heading to Hong Kong to star in movies shot super fast so they can make it back to the States in time to start 10th grade, and Puerto Rican karate coaches making their way in this world with nothing but their own two fists.It's about an 11-year-old boy who not only created the first fan edit but somehow turned it into a worldwide moneymaker, CIA agents secretly funding a karate movie, the New York Times fabricating a fear campaign about black "karate gangs" out to kill white people, the history of black martial arts in America ("Why does judo or karate suddenly get so ominous because black men study it?," wondered Malcolm X), the death of Bruce Lee and the onslaught of imitators that followed, and how a fight that started in Japanese internment camps during World War II ended in a ninja movie some 40 years later.It's a battle for recognition and respect that started a long, long time ago and continues today in movies like The Matrix, Kill Bill, and Black Panther and here, for the first time, is the full uncensored story.2025's revised and expanded hardcover edition features new material on superstars like Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh, and Donnie Yen, plus spotlights on unsung performers, movie poster artists, low-rent film distributors, 1980s video companies, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.
After a short break, we are back with EIGHT main reviews! As usual, click the links to see the trailers! First up is CONSECRATION (Vertigo Releasing), a supernatural mystery set on a rural Scottish island, directed by Christopher Smith (Black Death). HIGH ROLLERS (101 Films) is a sequel to the John Travolta led heist movie, Cash Out! AMONGST THE WOLVES (Vertigo Releasing) sees a homeless ex-soldier at odds with a drug dealing gang! ITS NAME WAS MORMO (High Fliers) is a found footage film set in Greece, where a family is besieged by a demon in their home. BOGIEVILLE (Reel to Reel Films) finds a couple unwittingly staying at a trailer park for vampires! RUST ROAD (4Digital Media) is set in South Africa and finds two brothers at odds with each other over a bag of stolen money. THE PROSECUTOR (Signature Entertainment) sees Donnie Yen fighting the court system as well as street thugs. Our Short shot is FIREWORKS, a tense drama set in a MI6 control room during a secret operation. Click the link to watch the whole 15min film! Our DTV Throwback is GRIZZLY II: REVENGE! This film was left unfinished after principle photography back in the 1980s but has recently been completed, after a fashion! Follow the Short Shots on X (formerly Twitter) where you will find hundreds of links to awesome short films! Don't forget to also check out our main show, the DTV DIGEST on X and FACEBOOK! We are also now on Bluesky! Follow us here: @thedtvdigest.bsky.social and @dtvshortshots.bsky.social
You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review! This week, we're jumping into the gritty, morally murky corner of the galaxy far, far away with Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), the first of Disney's standalone Star Wars films and one that dares to tell a story where the Force doesn't offer easy answers—and not everyone gets out alive.Directed by Gareth Edwards, Rogue One is set just before the events of A New Hope and follows Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones), the daughter of Imperial scientist Galen Erso (Mads Mikkelsen), who's coerced into building the Death Star. Recruited by the Rebel Alliance, Jyn finds herself at the heart of a desperate mission to steal the plans for the Empire's terrifying superweapon.What sets Rogue One apart is its tone—it's a war film through and through. There's mud, sacrifice, and a real sense of stakes. The ensemble cast includes Diego Luna as the morally grey rebel Cassian Andor, Donnie Yen as the Force-believing monk Chirrut Îmwe, Alan Tudyk voicing the reprogrammed Imperial droid K-2SO (a scene-stealer), and Ben Mendelsohn as the deeply petty but brilliantly acted villain Director Krennic.This isn't about Jedi or chosen ones. It's about regular people—fighters, spies, defectors, believers—laying down their lives for a cause they believe in, even if they won't live to see the outcome. That emotional weight gives the film a grounded, bittersweet tone that feels distinct within the Star Wars universe.Visually, Edwards brings a tactile realism to the film. The final battle on Scarif is one of the franchise's most spectacular sequences—land, sea, and space warfare colliding in chaos. And of course, there's that final hallway scene with Darth Vader, a terrifying, unforgettable burst of fan service done right.For those who've ever wondered what it really took to get the Death Star plans into Leia's hands, Rogue One answers with a powerful, self-contained story that expands the mythology while standing firmly on its own. It's bold, emotional, and a little darker than you might expect from a Star Wars film—which is exactly why we love it.This one's for the rebels.
April 7-13, 1990 This week Ken welcomes author of super cool graphic novel Von Bach, and man behind the fanstic YouTube channel Hammered Out, owenhammer.com/hammered-out.html, Owen "The Hammer" Hammer. Ken and Owen discuss Hammered out, ABC's reputation, Twin Peaks, the premiere of Twin Peaks, David Lynch, film criticism, media review, how the actors aren't always the best person to have insight into a show they are on, Jim Belushi, Jay Larson, Twin Peaks the Return, the 4 and a half hour Twin Peaks explained Twin Perfect YouTube video, how there IS an explanation for Twin Peaks, avoiding conspiracies, artist intent, the late 80s early 90s meta fiction trend, Animal Man, Perfect Blue, the only bad movies are boring and/or insincere, Donnie Yen, Star Wars, Rogue One, water cooler media, On the Air, people not expecting humor from David Lynch, Fire Walk with Me, mid-season replacements, Comedy Central the Comedy Channel and HA!, how Lost Highway is Lynch's criticism of Quinten Tarantino, superficial readings, missing the point, TM, Eastern Mysticism, Henry Rollins, Bill Cosby, Mad Movies, MST3k, loving Murder She Wrote so watching Twin Peaks, John Waters, Looney Tunes, The Simpsons, David Lynch bringing a cow and a marching band around to publicize Inland Empire, the 1977 Jesus of Nazareth, how Laura Palmer is self aware, murder on TV, what it means to be human, The Incredible Hulk, Alien Nation, Ken Johnson, Dobie Gillis, the lambada, Missing in Action III, America's Funniest Home Videos, Star Trek the Next Generation, pigs getting sunburned, being offended by bungee cord based sneaker ads, and the greatness of Nick at Nite.
This week we are taking a look at ‘The Prosecutor'- a Hong Kong legal thriller with a Kung Fu twist! Starring AND directed by martial arts maestro Donnie Yen, this action extravaganza has a little bit of something for everyone. Great performances from a strong cast? Check✅ A compelling story of good overcoming equal? Check✅ And most importantly of all… a bunch of KICK-ASS fight scenes?! Double Check✅ ✅ Listen in as we break down this extremely fun film, what we loved so much about it, and why it leaves us excited for the future of Donnie Yen! Don't forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!
ONE OF THE BEST ACTION COMEDY SEQUELS OF ALL TIME?? Shanghai Knights Full Reaction Watch Along: / thereelrejects Download the PrizePicks today at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/RE... & use code REJECTS to get $50 instantly when you play $5! Having finally seen Shanghai Noon & with Jackie Chan back in theatres with Karate Kid: Legends, Aaron & Tara REUNITE for a trip to Merry Olde England with their Shanghai Knights Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Join Aaron Alexander & Roxy Striar as they return to the Wild West–meets–Victorian London antics of Shanghai Knights, where Chon Wang (Jackie Chan, Rush Hour, Drunken Master) and Roy O'Bannon (Owen Wilson, Wedding Crashers, Zoolander) continue their globe-trotting duo's misadventures. When Chon's father is murdered by anarchist Lord Edgar Lytton (Aidan Gillen, Game of Thrones, The Wire), the mismatched pair cross the ocean to chase justice—and stumble into Buckingham Palace intrigue, Jack the Ripper lore, and a horse-drawn carriage chase that has become one of the most searched-for sequences in action comedies. The film also features Fann Wong (Singaporean superstar of The Disappeared, Shanghai Dawn) as Chon Lin, Chon's resourceful sister who reluctantly joins the chaos; martial-arts legend Donnie Yen (star of Ip Man, Rogue One) as enigmatic swordsman Wu Chow, whose electrifying duel atop Big Ben delivers a knockout punch; Tom Fisher (known for Coraline, The Young Victoria) as Lord Robin Loth, Lytton's scheming servant; and a young Aaron Taylor-Johnson (breakout roles in Kick-Ass, Avengers: Age of Ultron) as a street urchin whose quick wit aids our heroes. Aaron & Roxy break down every unforgettable moment—from Chon's gravity-defying assault on Buckingham Palace spies to Roy's reluctant sword-fighting lessons, and the film's iconic Royal Guards fight atop the Tower Bridge. Don't miss their take on the frenetic dockside brawl, Chon's nail-biting balcony rescue, and the climactic showdown where past and present collide in a blaze of brass and blade. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/roxystriar Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's another summer of celebrating Hong Kong Film: Author Corey Donna & Instagramer Fred Andersson sum up John Woo's Hard Boiled & its Stranglehold Videogame Sequel. Talking Points: *How Chou Yun-Fat's Inspector Tequila role is pre-dated in the earlier Tiger on Beat films *Why are nitpickers okay with John Woo's characters not reloading in his otherwise badass movies? *Woo's influence on Michael Mann, John Wick filmmakers, Donnie Yen's films & other international filmmakers while Woo shows off his cinematic skills & love of Sam Peckinpah *Western influences & what this does different with the jazz loving cops vs. psychotic bank robbers and the whole narc subplot changing up this buddy movie outing *And why do so many hated the gameplay of Stranglehold but still have fun with it? SONGS USED: "Gun Arsenal" and "Motorcade" by Michael Gibbs (Hard Boiled OST) MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/ SHOW LINKS: YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCIyMawFPgvOpOUhKcQo4eQQ iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-jacked-up-review-show-59422651/ Podbean: https://jackedupreviewshow.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Eg8w0DNympD6SQXSj1X3M Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218 RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/the-jacked-up-review-show-We4VjE Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1494236218/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hNDYyOTdjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Anchor: https://anchor.fm/s/a46297c/podcast/rss PocketCasts: https://pca.st/0ncd5qp4 CastBox: https://castbox.fm/channel/The-Jacked-Up-Review-Show-Podcast-id2591222 Discord: https://discord.com/channels/796154005914779678/796154006358851586 #MovieReview #FilmTwitter #PodFamily #PodcastersOfInstagram #Movies #Film #Cinema #Music #Reviews #Retrospect #Podcasts #MutantFam #MutantFamily #actionmystery #bmovies #scifihorror #truecrime #historydramas #warmovies #podcastcollabs #hottakes #edgy #cultmovies #nsfw #HorrorFam #badass
On This Week's episode Will, Nora and return Guest Host Stefan Kempski must battle the empire, the Government, the GALAXY to find Ian... he isn't here. He did a thing, they must venture out. A lot like Andor. Did you see it? They did, and they talk about it. Spoilers abound, so be prepared if you're just here for-ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY (2016) 133minutes (PG-13)Directed by: Gareth Edwards. Starring: Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Alan Tudyk, Donnie Yen, Wen Jiang, Ben Mendelsohn, Forest Whitaker, Riz Ahmed, Guy Henry, Mads Mikkelson, Jimmy Smits, Alistair Petrie, Genevieve O'Reilly, Ben Daniels, Duncan Pow and Many Other Talented People!00:00:20- No Ian :(00:00:45- BuuuuuuUUUTTTT We have returning Guest Stefan Kempski!!00:02:00- ANDOR season 2 Discussion. SPOILERS00:32:00- First Thoughts (More Spoilers)00:39:30- ROGUE ONE: A Star Wars Story00:42:00- Tasty Morsels00:45:00- Rating/Review01:13:20- Totals01:14:00- Next Week/ Thank You Stefan!/ByePatreon: patreon.com/THELastActionCriticsInstagram: @TheLastActionCriticsemail: Thelastactioncritics@gmail.comNext Week: Spy Game (2001)
Deremy Dove and Thomas Sena (Pop Culture Five Podcast), Author Corey Danna, Fred Andersson and GameDotFilm (from 3ReelCinema) join the usual podcast shenanigans: An overview of the Hong Kong narcs vs. criminals in the INFERNAL AFFAIRS trilogy and it's award-winning U.S. remake THE DEPARTED! TOPICS INCLUDE: *How well phones and the musical scores are used in both versions of the formula *A retrospect on different kinds of movie criticism, how Hong Kong film is consumed nowadays & where to locate these masterpieces of the genre *We contrast the narc storyline of DEPARTED with similar films like DEEP COVER and RESERVOIR DOGS *And the influence of the INFERNAL AFFAIRS movies on recent Donnie Yen films as well as the videogame SLEEPING DOGS MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2452329545040913 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackedUpReview Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/ SHOW LINKS: YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCIyMawFPgvOpOUhKcQo4eQQ iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-jacked-up-review-show-59422651/ Podbean: https://jackedupreviewshow.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Eg8w0DNympD6SQXSj1X3M Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast/id1494236218 RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/the-jacked-up-review-show-We4VjE Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1494236218/the-jacked-up-review-show-podcast Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9hNDYyOTdjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Anchor: https://anchor.fm/s/a46297c/podcast/rss PocketCasts: https://pca.st/0ncd5qp4 CastBox: https://castbox.fm/channel/The-Jacked-Up-Review-Show-Podcast-id2591222 Discord: https://discord.com/channels/796154005914779678/796154006358851586 #MovieReview #FilmTwitter #PodFamily #PodcastersOfInstagram #Movies #Film #Cinema #Music #Reviews #Retrospect #Podcasts #MutantFam #MutantFamily #actionmystery #bmovies #scifihorror #truecrime #historydramas #warmovies #podcastcollabs #hottakes #edgy #cultmovies #nsfw #HorrorFam #badass
This week, we're serving up a massive dose of movie news! We start with the web-slinging world: “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” finally has a release date, and we reveal the official title for “Spider-Man 4.” Next, we dissect the confirmed cast for Sam Mendes' highly anticipated Beatles biopics. Action fans rejoice! “John Wick 5” is officially happening with Keanu Reeves returning, and Donnie Yen is set to direct a thrilling “John Wick” spinoff. Magicians will be back with an official title for Now You See Me 3,” and David Fincher is reuniting with Brad Pitt for a “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” follow-up penned by Quentin Tarantino. We'll also discuss news about Ice Cube returning for a new “Friday” movie, the buzz around Robert Pattinson potentially joining “Dune 3,” the “Strangers: Chapter 2's” new release date, and the surprising controversy surrounding "A Minecraft Movie's” chicken jockey scene creating a mess in theaters. Plus, Christopher Landon shares details on the “Scream VII” situation, and we honor the legacy of Val Kilmer. Finally, we'll break down the latest trailers for “Bring Her Back,” “Karate Kid: Legends,” “M3GAN 2.0,” “The Naked Gun,” “Tron: Ares,” and “Mission: Impossible - Final Reckoning.” It's the ultimate movie news roundup you won't want to miss!
A title so fantastic, we had no choice but to cover it. In The Holy Virgin vs the Evil Dead (1991), martial arts director Tony Lou—who'd already jumped from wild Wuxia epics to girls-with-guns carnage—takes the Category III plunge and ends up in bed with Donnie Yen (not literally, but you get the idea). It's […]
A title so fantastic, we had no choice but to cover it. In The Holy Virgin vs the Evil Dead (1991), martial arts director Tony Lou—who'd already jumped from wild Wuxia epics to girls-with-guns carnage—takes the Category III plunge and ends up in bed with Donnie Yen (not literally, but you get the idea). It's […]
This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss episode 7 of Daredevil: Born Again, passing of Val Kilmer, John Wick series getting yet another seemingly unneeded spin-off about Donnie Yen's character, Ice Cube closes deal for another "Friday" movie at Warner Bros, Iron Fist actor, Finn Jones, wants another shot at the character, Spider-Man 4 will be titled "Brand New Day," M3GAN getting a spin-off titled "SOULM8TE," Once Upon A Time in Hollywood getting a sequel from David Fincher with Tarantino writing it, John Boyega tells the truth about the Star Wars franchise's lack of inclusion of people of color and racists get mad, trailers for Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld, Fountain of Youth, and, One Battle After Another, and much more!CHECKED OUTDaredevil: Born Again - Ep7TOPICS - Section 1Val Kilmer Passes Away at 65JOHN WICK Spinoff Film CAINE Announced With Donnie Yen Set To Star & DirectIce Cube Closes Deal for New ‘Friday' Movie at Warner Bros. and New LineIron Fist Actor Finn Jones Says ‘Give Me a F—ing Chance'TNP STUDIOS PREMIUM (www.TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium)$5 a month Access to premium slate of podcasts incl. The Airing of Grievances, No Time to Bleed, The Men with the Golden Tongues, Upstage Conversation, and full episodes of the Look Forward political podcastTOPICS - Section 2Spider-Man 4 gets a title‘M3GAN' Spinoff ‘SOULM8TE' Debuts Sexy Trailer With Romantic Companion Gone WrongOnce Upon A Time in Hollywood sequel in the worksJohn Boyega Slams Star Wars FansWTF? by JayTeeDee from the “Edit That Out” PodcastMicah: https://tinyurl.com/zddydycrTerrence: https://tinyurl.com/bugeeyJay: https://tinyurl.com/fxycunTRAILERSStar Wars: Tales of the UnderworldFountain of YouthOne Battle After Another
*The video version of this episode is delayed due to technical difficulties*Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesCinemaCon, the world's largest gathering for the motion picture industry, where studios and exhibitors showcase their upcoming film and theatrical offerings, reigns supreme this week, as the event was held in Las Vegas, March 31 through April 3. Several of the major studios we talk about on a near-weekly basis had plenty to dazzle us with, so let's break it down by studio and/or IP:Sony leaned heavily into its Cash Cow, meaning it was all things Spider-Man. In addition to placing Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, the final film of the animated Spider-Verse trilogy, back on the calendar for a June 4, 2027 release, Tom Holland took the stage to reveal the official title for his upcoming fourth Spider-Man film: Brand New Day, along with a new July 31, 2026 release date.Over at Warner Bros and DC, James Gunn ran the show, as he's been known to do. While the filmmaker shared an extensive sneak peek at his upcoming Superman, which was released online the next day; he also revealed that, circa 2018, he was approached to direct a Henry Cavill-led Superman film for the DCEU but opted to direct Suicide Squad instead. On the subject of James Gunn's Superman, Nathan Fillion, who portrays Green Lantern Guy Gardner in the film, was announced to be reprising the part in HBO's upcoming Lanterns series.Marvel Studios shared a new trailer for Fantastic Four: First Steps with CinemaCon attendees, which reportedly ‘electrified' and confirmed a fairly significant plot point regarding Vanessa Kirby's Sue Storm, as well as giving a first look at Julia Garner's Shala Bal Silver Surfer. Marvel's other, fast approaching, summer tentpole, Thunderbolts*, also had time to shine as Florence Pugh shared 5 minutes of footage with the audience, which teased the various miscreants' initial allegiances.Independent of CinemaCon, but still timely, Lucasfilm released the trailer for Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld, an animated anthology series that follows in the footsteps of previous ‘Tales' series, this time with a focus on bounty hunters Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane.Disney's offerings also included CinemaCon exclusive trailers for Avatar: Fire & Ash, Tron: Ares and Zootopia 2. Lionsgate announced an animated John Wick prequel directed by Shannon Tindle and with Keanu Reeves expected to voice the titular character. Chad Stahelski is developing John Wick 5 with Reeves returning, and Donnie Yen will direct and star in a spinoff.Sam Mendes revealed that all four Beatles biopic films will be released in April of 2028. Set to star in the films are Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Joseph Quinn as George Harrison, and Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr. Each of the four movies will focus on one of the members.Danny Boyle unveiled the 28 Years Later trailer and confirmed Nia DaCosta directed its sequel, The Bone Temple. He also noted financing for the third film is still pending, urging fans to support the first two.Universal showed off a trailer for Jurassic World: Rebirth that has not been made available to the public, but stars Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and director Gareth Edwards, took the stage to voice their love and enthusiasm for the franchise.Lightning RoundSony's live-action version of The Legend of Zelda hits theaters March 26, 2027, as announced by Nintendo on Friday. Directed by Wes Ball (Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes), the film has yet to reveal its plot or cast.Lili Taylor has joined Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 in a recurring role as a political rival to Wilson Fisk, per Deadline.Ketchup Entertainment has officially closed a deal with Warner Brothers for around $50 million dollars to bring the shelved film Coyote vs. Acme to audiences. The film is now expected to get a theatrical release in 2026.
Our April episode is running a little behind and will release later this month. But thankfully we had this special Catch Up episode waiting in the wings, so please enjoy! For the long awaited return of The Catch Up, we celebrate Nelson's birthday and watch John Wick Chapter. And we hit a guest record! Joining us is Alison Star Locke, Dirk Voteberg, Josh Lentz, Trever Carlee, Nick North and at long last Chris Nelson, John's brother. Will we all survive? Listen and find out!
Welcome back to Heroes Three podcast! This week we discuss the worldwide hit film Hero from 2002, directed by Zhang Yimou and starring Jet Li, Maggie Cheung, Tony Leung, Zhang Ziyi, and Donnie Yen!Full cast and credits at HKMDBCheck out some H3 art and merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/kf_carlitoFind us online - https://linktr.ee/Heroes3PodcastEmail us! - heroes3podcast@gmail.comFull blogpost with gifs here!
Welcome back to Heroes Three podcast! This episode we're warming up with another look at a handful of animated shorts.Ek Cup Chaha from 2019 by Sumit YempalleThe Boy Who Cheated Death from 2024 by Pipou Phuong NguyenGurren Lagann Parallel Works episode 8 from 2008 by You YoshinariOnimusha 3: Demon Siege intro cinematic from 2004 directed by Takashi Yamazaki, with fight choreography by Donnie Yen and Kenji TanigakiCheck out some H3 art and merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/kf_carlito Find us online - https://linktr.ee/Heroes3PodcastEmail us! - heroes3podcast@gmail.comTimestamps(0:00) Intro(01:05) The Heroes Three catch up(05:42) A Cup of Tea(11:37) The Boy Who Cheated Death(16:02) Gurren Lagann Parallel Works Ep 8(26:51) Onimusha 3 Intro(39:31) Plugs and training for next week
We finally know who will play Baylan Skoll after the death of Ray Stevenson. Ubisoft is facing an uncertain future, and Nintendo's is coming into view. LEGO wants to enter the handheld console market, and Marvel Rivals wants to keep adding heroes. Sonic and Mario are battling over new territory, the box office. Any Muschietti misses the mark, while Daredevil hits the bullseye. That and more, come take a listen.
Check out our in-depth review of James Mangold's musical biopic about Bob Dylan titled ‘A Complete Unknown.' Beforehand, we'll discuss the week's top entertainment news during our signature segment: the Toms. This week's stories include our reactions to the 2025 Golden Globes; updates on the '28 Years Later' trilogy; exciting updates on ‘The Passion of the Christ 2;' and more! Enjoy! TIMECODES… Intro (0:00) The Toms: Entertainment News (1:41) 2025 Golden Globes Reactions (1:55) Danny Boyle to direct finale in the new '28 Years Later' trilogy (10:42) Donnie Yen in talks to star and direct a ‘John Wick' spinoff (13:19)l Sony video game adaptations announced at CES (15:16) Armie Hammer is trying to make a return (22:39) Updates on ‘The Passion of the Christ 2' (27:19) Non-Spoiler Review of ‘A Complete Unknown' (31:41) *SPOILER REVIEW* for ‘A Complete Unknown' (49:17) What Are Ya Doin'? (1:06:41) SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS... Email: tomppodcast@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2jjOm3gwTu2TVDzH_CJlw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/That-One-Movie-Podcast-535231563653560/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOMPPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tomppodcast INTRO MUSIC... "Constellation" by Brian Hanegan
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The Boys are joined by returning guests Frankie Balboa and Brandon Streussnig to talk Den of Thieves 2: Pantera and Donnie Yen's The Prosecutor. Michael Scott: BlueSky- https://bsky.app/profile/hibachijustice.bsky.social VyceVictus: Twitter/BlueSky/Instagram/Letterboxd- https://x.com/VyceVictus https://bsky.app/profile/vycevictus.bsky.social https://www.instagram.com/vycevictus/ https://letterboxd.com/vycevictus/ Liam O'Donnell: Twitter/Instagram- https://x.com/LiamODin https://www.instagram.com/liamodin/?hl=en Max Deering: Twitter/Bluesky/Letterboxd- https://x.com/ODSTSpartan https://bsky.app/profile/odstspartan.bsky.social https://letterboxd.com/ODSTSpartan/ Frankie Balboa: Twitter/BlueSky/Letterboxd/YouTube https://x.com/TimesSqKungFu https://bsky.app/profile/timessqkungfu.bsky.social https://letterboxd.com/shogunsupreme/ https://www.youtube.com/@TimesSqKungFU Brandon Streussnig: Twitter/BlueSky/Letterboxd- https://x.com/BrndnStrssng https://bsky.app/profile/brndnstrssng.bsky.social https://letterboxd.com/bjstreu513/ Men's Health Interview with O'Shea Jackson Jr.: https://www.menshealth.com/entertainment/a63362531/oshea-jackson-jr-interview-den-of-thieves-2-pantera/?taid=67812814f9268c00011552df&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter The Janitor Diaries- Scumbag Elegy: https://brandonstreussnig.substack.com/p/scumbag-elegy?r=1unno7&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=true Action For Everyone: Twitter/BlueSky/Twitch https://x.com/A4EPodcast https://bsky.app/profile/a4epodcast.bsky.social https://www.twitch.tv/action4everyone
Robbie Williams steps back into the spotlight (sorta) with Better Man. Donnie Yen takes the fight to the courtroom in The Prosecutor. Finally Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever is morbidly fascinating. Find us at: www.werewatchingwhat.com, instagram.com/werewatchingwhat youtube.com/thedhk instagram.com/thedhk facebook.com/thedhkmovies tiktok.com/werewatchingwhat
In this Cutting Room Floor we talk Beetlejuice jobs, Donnie Yen's fiery fast hands, and even throw in a mediocre Russian accent. Reach the show: Email: popculturereferencepod@gmail.com Twitter: @PCR_Podcast TikTok: @PCR_Podcast Instagram: @PCR_Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/PopCultureReference Music from filmmusic.io "Wallpaper" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Após uma semana que teve uma tonelada de notícias, atualizações e anúncios de data, o programa traz opiniões conflitantes sobre X-Men '97, comemora a revelação do Assassin's Creed Shadows e fala sobre janelas de lançamento, tanto do GTA VI quanto de vários outros títulos da cultura pop! KaBuM Cupom NINJADETOALHA (válido até dia 26/05 às 23h59): https://jovemnerd.page.link/KabuM_Semana_Orgulho_Nerd_LDB Estante Virtual Comemore o Dia do Orgulho Nerd com a Estante Geek: https://jovemnerd.page.link/Estante_Virtual_Mes_Geek_LDB Intel Aproveite a Intel Gaming Week: https://jovemnerd.page.link/Intel_Gaming_Week_VIN_LDB Citados no programa Novo Demolidor confirma estreia para março de 2025 no Disney+: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/demolidor-estreia-marco-2025 Série da Coração de Ferro chega ao Disney+ em 2025: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/serie-da-coracao-de-ferro-chega-ao-disney-plus-em-2025 Série Duna: A Profecia anuncia estreia em 2024 com teaser poderoso: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/serie-duna-a-profecia-anuncia-estreia-em-2024-com-teaser-poderoso Trailer da 2ª temporada de A Casa do Dragão promete guerra brutal: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/trailer-da-2a-temporada-de-a-casa-do-dragao-promete-guerra-brutal John Wick terá filme derivado com Donnie Yen como protagonista: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/filmes/john-wick-tera-filme-derivado-com-donnie-yen-no-protagonismo X-Men ‘97 triunfa ao resgatar o que os mutantes têm de melhor: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/x-men-97-serie-critica Como X-Men '97 prepara terreno para a segunda temporada: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/x-men-97-o-que-esperar-da-segunda-temporada Segunda temporada de X-Men '97 usará ideias de showrunner demitido: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/x-men-97-temporada-2-ideias-showrunner-demitido Saiba se X-Men ‘97 tem cena pós-créditos: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/x-men-97-tem-cena-pos-creditos X-Men ‘97: Conheça as participações especiais do episódio 10: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/series-e-tv/x-men-97-participacoes-episodio-10 Tudo sobre X-Men '97: https://jovemnerd.com.br/especiais/x-men Assassin's Creed Shadows ganha primeiro trailer no Japão feudal: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/games/assassins-creed-shadows-japao-trailer Estações do ano vão afetar gameplay de Assassin's Creed Shadows: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/games/assassins-creed-shadows-estacoes-do-ano Tudo sobre Assassin's Creed Shadows: https://jovemnerd.com.br/especiais/assassins-creed GTA VI será lançado entre os meses de setembro e dezembro de 2025: https://jovemnerd.com.br/noticias/games/gta-vi-sera-lancado-entre-setembro-a-dezembro-de-2025 Telegram Entre no nosso canal do Telegram! https://t.me/CanalNerdBunker Apresentação Pri Ganiko -- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/priganiko / Twitter: https://twitter.com/priganiko Gabriel Avila -- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ogabrielavila / Twitter: https://twitter.com/ogabrielavila Edição Doug Bezerra -- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougbezerra