Tuesday, December 30, 2003
Sumo East and West documentary about several athletes road to the title of Yokozuna in Japanese sumo wrestling. This film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival May 2003 and is expected to have limited release in 2004.
posted by zi_long at 8:59 PM
Sunday, December 28, 2003
Chuck Norris DVD The Warrior Within Hits Major Retailers.
posted by zi_long at 9:54 PM
Ekin Cheng of "Anna in Kung fu Land" talks about girls kicking butt in movies
posted by zi_long at 9:47 PM
The dangerous business of action stunt men
posted by zi_long at 9:30 PM
Interview with Miriam Yeung of "Anna in Kung Fu Land"
posted by zi_long at 9:23 PM
Wednesday, December 24, 2003
Ars Technica: Everybody was Kung-Fu fighting
posted by zi_long at 3:59 AM
Coming Soon! - Latest NewsNatalie Portman told People Magazine that she is considering doing a reprise of her role in "Leon" or "The Professional", now rumored to have Jet Li standing in rather than French actor Jean Reno who starred in the original. Li has not been confirmed for the role, however if Portman is reprising her role, the film is likely to be more of a sequel than a remake.
posted by zi_long at 3:53 AM
MonkeyPeaches MonkeyPeaches reports that Guang Dong Face is releasing the extended version of "Hero", available in Mainland China to customers who purchase a specific brand of DVD players.
posted by zi_long at 3:37 AM
Tibetan Mandala Pendant JL2H has posted a link to a vendor who makes pendants similar to those worn by Jet Li in "The One". The pendant seperates into two and is engraved with symbolic designs originating in Tibetan buddhism.
posted by zi_long at 3:31 AM
Sunday, December 21, 2003
DMX in Talks to Co-star in Stanley Tong Hong Kong cop actioner'Past Tense'
posted by zi_long at 1:34 AM
Tsui Hark Press Conference for Xanda Tsui Hark was in Guangzhou this week promoting his film Xanda, set to release in China Jan 1, and also disclosed that his next project "Initial D" will begin filming in March of next year, while his six-film series "Seven Swords of Mt Tian" will begin shortly thereafter.
posted by zi_long at 12:31 AM
Pictures, Tsui Hark at press conference
posted by zi_long at 12:22 AM
12:21 AM
Thursday, December 18, 2003
Teaser Up for New Police Story on Official Website Set to release Summer 2004, "New Police Story" stars Jackie Chan, Nicholas Tse, Charlie Young, Charlene Choi, Daniel Wu, and Wang Chieh.
posted by zi_long at 12:23 PM
Jet Li, Luc Besson to Remake "Leon"? (unconfirmed rumor)
posted by zi_long at 12:08 PM
Amazon.com taking preorders for Jet Li: Rise to Honor, releasing Feb 17
posted by zi_long at 12:03 PM
Slashdot | Miramax C&Ds Kung Fu Movie Reviewer
(support is growing :)
posted by zi_long at 3:13 AM
ScreenDaily Review of "Warriors of Heavan and Earth"
posted by zi_long at 3:03 AM
Miramax - 'Shame on you!'
posted by zi_long at 3:00 AM
PC Games: Blade & Sword Goes Gold Interactive RPG blending ancient Chinese magic and kung fu combat. (Im assuming RPG stands for Role Playing Game, but there werent very many details)
posted by zi_long at 2:42 AM
Sunday, December 14, 2003
Poster for "Fighting Fish" said to be the Netherlands first martial arts film is posted on the movie's office website. The film is set to release in the Netherlands Jan 22, 2004.
posted by zi_long at 10:03 PM
Miramax Hates Asian Films CHUD.com puts in their two cents about Miramaxes seasons greetings in the forms of cease and desist orders to popular websites linking to DVD vendors selling their "Hero" and "Shaolin Soccer".
posted by zi_long at 9:12 PM
Anna In Kungfu-land Two trailers are up on the official website for this kung fu comedy starring Ekin Cheng and Miriam Yeung. The film from Universe Entertainment is expected to release for Christmas in Hong Kong.
posted by zi_long at 10:38 AM
MonkeyPeaches: Director Chen Kaige will be casting Liu Ye and pop idol Nicholas Tse in his upcoming historical epic "The Promise." Hiroyuki Sanada, recently scene in "The Last Samurai", will be cast as well, with Yuji Oda, Tadanobu, and Korean actor Jang Dong-Kun. As previously reported, Dion Lam is also attached as action choreographer and filming is expected to begin in February.
posted by zi_long at 10:13 AM
Golden Horse Awards The 50th Golden Horse Awards were held in Taipai on Saturday, with "Twins Effect" taking home the awards for Best Visual Effect (Eddy Wong) and Best Action Choreography (Donnie Yen).
posted by zi_long at 9:59 AM
Photo- Jackie Chan on the Set of New Police Story
posted by zi_long at 9:43 AM
Thursday, December 11, 2003
A Tribute to Bruce Lee
posted by zi_long at 12:08 PM
Wednesday, December 10, 2003
Zatoichi to be Screened at 2004 Sundance Film Festival
Last Samurai #2 Movie of the Year
posted by zi_long at 9:11 PM
Tuesday, December 09, 2003
Kill Bill's Sofie Fatale - Julie Dreyfus Interview
posted by zi_long at 1:13 PM
Mullets and Martial Arts? I believe the title speaks for itself. "Road House: The Stage Version Of The Cinema Classic That Starred Patrick Swayze, Except This One Stars Taimak From The 80's Cult Classic 'The Last Dragon' Wearing a Blonde Mullet Wig"
(Mark, this might be a good "Wah!" Item)
posted by zi_long at 12:50 PM
Monday, December 08, 2003
According to JL2H French Magazine "Studio" has Film Clip of "danny the dog"
posted by zi_long at 8:21 PM
Last Samurai has Adequate Opening Weekend
posted by zi_long at 8:19 PM
Sunday, December 07, 2003
Jet Li among Hollywood Leaders Influincing Video Games
posted by zi_long at 1:51 AM
Star Runner Special Edition
Cinemasie Reviews Star Runner
posted by zi_long at 1:25 AM
Spike Magazine
Spike Magazine article on Sir Run Run Shaw )Acrobat Required
posted by zi_long at 1:21 AM
AsianWeek.com: Asian Week Deems "Last Samurai" a Wannabe
posted by zi_long at 12:16 AM
Saturday, December 06, 2003
Hollywood Following Sword Trend
posted by zi_long at 10:56 PM
The Seattle Times: Arts & Entertainment: Despite rich lore, martial-arts possibilities, few China-themed videogames are engaging
posted by zi_long at 10:50 PM
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