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Release: December 6, 2022

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Picking up where Volume One left off, this sophomore collection of Hong Kong cinema classics draws together many of the best films from the final years of the Shaw Brothers studio, proving that while the end was nigh, these merchants of martial arts mayhem weren’t going to go out without a fight! Armed with stunning special features and ravishing new restorations, this boxset is even bigger and bolder than the last one. We begin with kung fu master Lau Kar-leung’s instant classic The 36th Chamber of Shaolin, in which his adoptive brother Gordon Liu achieved overnight stardom as the young man who unexpectedly finds spiritual enlightenment on the path to vengeance; Lau and Liu followed the original with two comically inventive sequels, Return to the 36th Chamber and Disciples of the 36th Chamber, both included here. Already established as a genius at blending dazzling action with physical comedy, Lau himself plays the lead role in the hilarious Mad Monkey Kung Fu, coupled here with Lo Mar’s underrated Five Superfighters. Next, we once again meet Chang Cheh’s basher boy band the Venom Mob in no less than four of their best-loved team-ups: Invincible Shaolin, The Kid with the Golden Arm, Magnificent Ruffians and culminating in the all-star Ten Tigers of Kwangtung, co-starring Ti Lung and Fu Sheng. After Lau brings us perhaps his best high-kicking comedy with My Young Auntie, a playful star vehicle for his real-life muse Kara Hui, we see Shaw Brothers fully embracing Eighties excess in our strangest double feature yet: Wong Jing’s breathtakingly wild shoot-‘em-up Mercenaries from Hong Kong, and Kuei Chih-hung’s spectacularly unhinged black magic meltdown The Boxer’s Omen. Last but certainly not least, Lau Kar-leung directs the last major Shaw production, Martial Arts of Shaolin, filmed in mainland China with a hot new talent named Jet Li in the lead role; it is paired in this set with The Bare-Footed Kid, a reverent remake of a Chang Cheh classic with Johnnie To (Running Out of Time) in the director’s chair and Lau back on fight choreography duties, in arguably the ultimate filmed tribute to Shaws’ everlasting cinematic legacy. LIMITED EDITION BLU-RAY COLLECTION CONTENTS High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentations of all fourteen films, including nine new 2K restorations by Arrow Films Illustrated 60-page collectors’ book featuring new writing by David Desser, Jonathan Clements, Lovely Jon and David West, plus cast and crew listings and notes on each film by Simon Abrams New artwork by Mike Lee-Graham, Chris Malbon, Kagan McLeod, Colin Murdoch, “Kung Fu” Bob O’Brien, Lucas Peverill, Ilan Sheady, Tony Stella, Darren Wheeling and Jolyon Yates Hours of never-before-seen bonus features including several cast and crew interviews from the Frédéric Ambroisine Video Archive Two CDs of music from the De Wolfe Music library as heard in several of the films, exclusive to this collection DISC ONE – THE 36TH CHAMBER OF SHAOLIN Brand new 4K restoration by Celestial Pictures and L’Immagine Ritrovata Newly restored uncompressed Mandarin, Cantonese and English original mono audio Newly translated English subtitles, plus optional hard-of-hearing subtitles for the English dub Brand new feature commentary by critic Travis Crawford Brand new select-scene commentary by film critic and historian Tony Rayns Interview with star Gordon Liu, filmed in 2003 Interview with cinematographer Arthur Wong, filmed in 2006 Shaolin: Birthplace of a Hero and Elegant Trails, two archive featurettes with Gordon Liu produced by Celestial Pictures in 2003 Tiger Style: The Musical Impact of Martial Arts Cinema, a newly filmed overview of Shaw Brothers’ influence on hip hop and other music genres, featuring music historian Lovely Jon Cinema Hong Kong: Swordfighting, the second instalment in a three-part documentary produced by Celestial Pictures in 2003 and featuring interviews with Gordon Liu, Lau Kar-leung, Cheng Pei-pei, John Woo, Sammo Hung, Kara Hui, David Chiang and others Alternate opening credits from the American version titled Master Killer Hong Kong and German theatrical trailers, plus US TV spot Image gallery DISC TWO – RETURN TO THE 36TH CHAMBER / DISCIPLES OF THE 36TH CHAMBER Uncompressed Cantonese, Mandarin and English original mono audio for both films Newly translated English subtitles for both films, plus optional hard-of-hearing subtitles for the English dubs Interview with star Gordon Liu, filmed in 2003 Citizen Shaw, a French TV documentary from 1980 directed by Maurice Frydland, in which Sir Run Run Shaw gives an all-access tour of the Shaw Brothers backlot (including behind-the-scenes footage from Return to the 36th Chamber), remastered in high definition Hero on the Scaffolding, an archive featurette produced by Celestial Pictures in 2003 Alternate opening credits sequences for both films Hong Kong theatrical trailers for both films Image galleries for both films DISC THREE – MAD MONKEY KUNG FU / FIVE SUPERFIGHTERS Brand new 2K restorations of both films from the original negatives by Arrow Films Uncompressed Cantonese, Mandarin and English original mono for both films Newly translated English subtitles for both films, plus optional hard-of-hearing subtitles for the English dubs Brand new commentary for Mad Monkey Kung Fu by martial arts cinema experts Frank Djeng and Michael Worth Newly filmed appreciation of Mad Monkey Kung Fu by film critic and historian Tony Rayns Interview with actor Hsiao Hou, filmed in 2004 Shaw in the USA, a brand new featurette on how Shaw Brothers broke America featuring Grady Hendrix and Chris Poggiali, authors of These Fists Break Bricks Hong Kong and US theatrical trailers for Mad Monkey Kung Fu Hong Kong theatrical trailer and UK VHS promo for Five Superfighters Image galleries for both films DISC FOUR – INVINCIBLE SHAOLIN / THE KID WITH THE GOLDEN ARM Brand new 2K restorations of both films from the original negatives by Arrow Films Uncompressed Mandarin and English original mono audio for both films, plus Cantonese mono for Invincible Shaolin Newly translated English subtitles for both films, plus optional hard-of-hearing subtitles for the English dubs Interview with action director Robert Tai, filmed in 2003 Poison Clan Rocks The World, a brand new visual essay on the Venom Mob written and narrated by author Terrence J. Brady Alternate "continuity" cut of The Kid With The Golden Arm, presented via seamless branching Alternate and textless title sequences for The Kid with the Golden Arm Hong Kong theatrical trailer for Invincible Shaolin Hong Kong theatrical trailer (audio only) and US TV spot for The Kid with the Golden Arm Image galleries for both films DISC FIVE – MAGNIFICENT RUFFIANS / TEN TIGERS OF KWANGTUNG Brand new 2K restorations of both films from the original negatives by Arrow Films Uncompressed Mandarin and English original mono audio for both films, plus Cantonese mono for Ten Tigers of Kwangtung Newly translated English subtitles for both films, plus optional hard-of-hearing subtitles for the English dubs Brand new audio commentary on Ten Tigers of Kwangtung by filmmaker Brandon Bentley Interview with star Chin Siu-ho, filmed in 2003 Rivers and Lakes, a brand new video essay on Shaw Brothers’ depiction of Chinese myth and history, written and narrated by Jonathan Clements, author of A Brief History of China Hong Kong (audio only) and German theatrical trailers for Magnificent Ruffians Hong Kong trailers (Mandarin and Cantonese audio options) and US TV spot for Ten Tigers of Kwangtung Image galleries for both films DISC SIX – MY YOUNG AUNTIE Uncompressed Cantonese, Mandarin and English original mono audio Newly translated English subtitles, plus optional hard-of-hearing subtitles for the English dub Brand new select-scene commentary by film critic and historian Tony Rayns Interview with star Kara Hui, filmed in 2003 Cinema Hong Kong: The Beauties of the Shaw Studios, the final instalment in the three-part documentary produced by Celestial Pictures in 2003 Alternate standard-definition VHS version Hong Kong theatrical trailer Image gallery DISC SEVEN – MERCENARIES FROM HONG KONG / THE BOXER'S OMEN Brand new 2K restorations of both films from the original negatives by Arrow Films Uncompressed Cantonese and Mandarin original mono audio for both films plus English mono for Mercenaries from Hong Kong Newly translated English subtitles for both films, plus optional hard-of-hearing subtitles for the English dub Brand new commentary on The Boxer’s Omen by critic Travis Crawford Newly filmed appreciation of filmmaker Kuei Chih-hung by film critic and historian Tony Rayns Additional footage from Mandarin VHS version of The Boxer's Omen Interview with Mercenaries from Hong Kong action director Tong Kai, filmed in 2009 Hong Kong theatrical trailers for both films Image galleries for both films DISC EIGHT – MARTIAL ARTS OF SHAOLIN / THE BARE-FOOTED KID Uncompressed Cantonese, Mandarin and English original mono audio for both films Newly translated English subtitles, plus optional hard-of-hearing subtitles for the English dubs Brand new commentary on Martial Arts of Shaolin by Jonathan Clements Brand new commentary on The Bare-Footed Kid by Frank Djeng of the NY Asian Film Festival Newly filmed appreciations of both films by film critic and historian Tony Rayns Interview with Martial Arts of Shaolin screenwriter Sze Yeung-ping, filmed in 2004 Alternate standard-definition version of Martial Arts of Shaolin Hong Kong and Japanese theatrical trailers for Martial Arts of Shaolin, plus trailers for the preceding Shaolin Temple films starring Jet Li Hong Kong theatrical trailer and UK VHS promo for The Bare-Footed Kid Image galleries for both films DISC NINE – MUSIC FROM THE 36TH CHAMBER OF SHAOLIN, FIVE SUPERFIGHTERS, INVINCIBLE SHAOLIN AND THE KID WITH THE GOLDEN ARM (CD) DISC TEN – MUSIC FROM RETURN TO THE 36TH CHAMBER, MAGNIFICENT RUFFIANS, TEN TIGERS OF KWANGTUNG, MY YOUNG AUNTIE, MERCENARIES FROM HONG KONG AND DISCIPLES OF THE 36TH CHAMBER (CD) Top Similar From the Brand Reviews Shawscope: Volume Two

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: September 14, 2010

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Also known as Seven Soldiers Of Kung-fu and 108 Heroes, this sequel to the martial arts blockbuster The Water Margin is considered by many kung-fu cultists as even more action-packed than the original. Based on one of China s enduring epic novels, written in the 14th century, All Men Are Brothers continues the patriotic story of righteous warriors battling despotic leaders, featuring mythic characters familiar to every Chinese, and with a cast that has achieved an equally celebrated status among Shaw Brothers devotees: Ti Lung, David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai, and Danny Lee. A hard-edged feminine touch is provided by Lily Ho and Betty Chung Ling-ling. The behind-the-camera line-up is also of mythic proportions, with direction by Chang Cheh and no less than four martial arts choreographers, including Liu Chia-liang and brother Liu Chia-yung.

Release: August 23, 2016

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In this sparkling romance, Ruby (Jamie Chung, "Big Hero 6"), a Chinese-American toy designer from L.A., visits Hong Kong for the first time on business. Finding herself stranded, she meets Josh (Bryan Greenberg, "Friends with Benefits") an American expat who shows her the city. Meandering through nighttime streets pulsing with energy and possibility, they fall into a winding and carefree conversation, buoyed by an undeniable attraction. Just as things start to look promising romantically for the pair, the night is stopped short by a surprising revelation. A year later, Josh and Ruby run into each other on the ferry from Hong Kong to Kowloon. Ruby is now living in Hong Kong full time. Josh, partially influenced by Ruby's advice a year prior, has quit his finance job to write full time. After finding out that they're both with someone else now, they make amends and end up spending all night hanging out in Kowloon -- from bargaining at the Temple Street Market to an impromptu visit to the bird fortune teller. By the time Josh and Ruby get to an underground music club, they can no longer hide their feelings for each other. But when the opportunity presents itself at the end of the night, will either of them dare to make the next move and betray the person they're involved with? As effervescent as a perfect first date, this charming walk-and-talk romance takes full advantage of the chemistry of its leads, the playfulness of their exchanges, and the magical landscape that is Hong Kong at night. Blu-ray features surround sound, official "Already Tomorrow In Hong Kong" trailer, commentary track with Director Emily Ting, special alternate endings, "Behind the Scenes Featurette," along with English subtitles for the deaf and hearing-impaired.

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: April 25, 2023

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Eight-disc set includes: Winners And Sinners (1983)Knockout crime story with Jackie Chan as an ex-con who forms a cleaning business with four other former crooks looking to go straight. While working in a building, they run into a group of counterfeiters, and when fake printing plates are planted in their van, the authorities and gangsters begin their chase. With Sammo Hung, Yuen Biao. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Wheels On Meals (1984)A Spain-set Jackie Chan spectacular with Jackie and Yuen Biao as food-truck cooks working the streets of Barcelona. Their involvement with a pickpocketing prostitute who turns out to be a missing heiress sends them and a private eye (Sammo Hung, who also directed) into some truly outrageous martial arts brawls. With Lola Forner, Henry "The Jet" Urquidez, Herb Edelman. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: NR The Protector (1985)Jackie Chan stars as karate-kicking New York City cop Billy Wong, who, along with his new partner (Danny Aiello), is on the trail of a murderous drug kingpin. The case takes the pair from the Big Apple to Hong Kong in this high-octane actioner directed by James Glickenhaus ("The Exterminator"); Roy Chiao co-stars. 94 min. Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars (1985)In this sequel to "My Lucky Stars," Hong Kong cops Muscles (Jackie Chan) and Ricky (Yuen Biao), along with Muscles' childhood pal Kidstuff (Sammo Hung) and his gang of thieves, "the Lucky Stars," have their vacation in Thailand interrupted when they must head home to protect a local drug lord from Thai assassins. With Rosamund Kwan, Richard Norton. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: NR Armour Of God (1986)Retitled as a "prequel" for American release, this is the original "Raiders"-style action saga starring Jackie Chan as adventurer Asian Hawk, who battles a mystic cult looking to swap his kidnapped ex-girlfriend for a priceless artifact he possesses. Among the film's amazing stunt scenes are Jackie's battle with a squad of stiletto-heeled Amazon warriors and a leap from a tree that nearly cost Chan his life! With Alan Tam, Rosamund Kwan. 88 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R Armour Of God II: Operation Condor (1991)Jackie Chan returns as Asian Hawk in this stunt-laden thriller, as the globe-hopping treasure-hunter is called on to locate a fortune in stolen Nazi gold hidden somewhere in the Sahara. Joined by three feisty female accomplices, Hawk mixes it up with Arab assassins and has a mind-blowing fight in a gigantic wind tunnel. Carol Cheng, Eva Cobo Garcia, Shoko Ikeda also star. 90 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Crime Story (1993)There's less emphasis on slapstick stunts and more on drama in this Jackie Chan thriller, based in part on a true story. Assigned to guard a wealthy Hong Kong builder from kidnapping threats, a police inspector (Chan) must rescue the man from a mysterious group of abductors who may have connections within the police. With Kent Cheng, Fat Chung. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R/p City Hunter (1993)Hired by a newspaper publisher to find his missing daughter, private eye Ryo Saeba (Jackie Chan) locates her on board a cruise ship that's about to be seized by crooks out to hold the wealthy passengers for ransom. Based on a popular Japanese comic book, this light-hearted actioner features a wild video game sequence with Jackie as the characters from "Streetfighter II." With Joey Wong, Richard Norton, Gary Daniels, Chingmy Yau. 100 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Widescreen; Soundtracks: Cantonese, English; Subtitles: English.

Release: April 25, 2023

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Eight-disc set includes: Winners And Sinners (1983)Knockout crime story with Jackie Chan as an ex-con who forms a cleaning business with four other former crooks looking to go straight. While working in a building, they run into a group of counterfeiters, and when fake printing plates are planted in their van, the authorities and gangsters begin their chase. With Sammo Hung, Yuen Biao. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Wheels On Meals (1984)A Spain-set Jackie Chan spectacular with Jackie and Yuen Biao as food-truck cooks working the streets of Barcelona. Their involvement with a pickpocketing prostitute who turns out to be a missing heiress sends them and a private eye (Sammo Hung, who also directed) into some truly outrageous martial arts brawls. With Lola Forner, Henry "The Jet" Urquidez, Herb Edelman. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: NR The Protector (1985)Jackie Chan stars as karate-kicking New York City cop Billy Wong, who, along with his new partner (Danny Aiello), is on the trail of a murderous drug kingpin. The case takes the pair from the Big Apple to Hong Kong in this high-octane actioner directed by James Glickenhaus ("The Exterminator"); Roy Chiao co-stars. 94 min. Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars (1985)In this sequel to "My Lucky Stars," Hong Kong cops Muscles (Jackie Chan) and Ricky (Yuen Biao), along with Muscles' childhood pal Kidstuff (Sammo Hung) and his gang of thieves, "the Lucky Stars," have their vacation in Thailand interrupted when they must head home to protect a local drug lord from Thai assassins. With Rosamund Kwan, Richard Norton. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: NR Armour Of God (1986)Retitled as a "prequel" for American release, this is the original "Raiders"-style action saga starring Jackie Chan as adventurer Asian Hawk, who battles a mystic cult looking to swap his kidnapped ex-girlfriend for a priceless artifact he possesses. Among the film's amazing stunt scenes are Jackie's battle with a squad of stiletto-heeled Amazon warriors and a leap from a tree that nearly cost Chan his life! With Alan Tam, Rosamund Kwan. 88 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R Armour Of God II: Operation Condor (1991)Jackie Chan returns as Asian Hawk in this stunt-laden thriller, as the globe-hopping treasure-hunter is called on to locate a fortune in stolen Nazi gold hidden somewhere in the Sahara. Joined by three feisty female accomplices, Hawk mixes it up with Arab assassins and has a mind-blowing fight in a gigantic wind tunnel. Carol Cheng, Eva Cobo Garcia, Shoko Ikeda also star. 90 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Crime Story (1993)There's less emphasis on slapstick stunts and more on drama in this Jackie Chan thriller, based in part on a true story. Assigned to guard a wealthy Hong Kong builder from kidnapping threats, a police inspector (Chan) must rescue the man from a mysterious group of abductors who may have connections within the police. With Kent Cheng, Fat Chung. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R/p City Hunter (1993)Hired by a newspaper publisher to find his missing daughter, private eye Ryo Saeba (Jackie Chan) locates her on board a cruise ship that's about to be seized by crooks out to hold the wealthy passengers for ransom. Based on a popular Japanese comic book, this light-hearted actioner features a wild video game sequence with Jackie as the characters from "Streetfighter II." With Joey Wong, Richard Norton, Gary Daniels, Chingmy Yau. 100 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Widescreen; Soundtracks: Cantonese, English; Subtitles: English.

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This Shaw Brothers double feature pairs two hard-hitting tales of vengeance, betrayal and brutal martial-arts justice.

Release: August 31, 2021

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The nightmare of war is seen through the eyes of one of its most tragic casualties—a child soldier—in this harrowing vision of innocence lost from Cary Joji Fukunaga. Based on the acclaimed novel by Uzodinma Iweala, Beasts of No Nation unfolds in an unnamed, civil-war-torn West African country, where the young Agu (Abraham Attah, in a haunting debut performance) witnesses carnage in his village before falling captive to a band of rebel soldiers led by a ruthless commander (an explosive Idris Elba), who molds the boy into a hardened killer. Fukunaga’s relentlessly roving camera work and stunning visuals—realism so intensely visceral it borders on the surreal—immerse the viewer in a world of unimaginable horror without ever losing sight of the powerful human story at its center. DIRECTOR-APPROVED BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES 2K digital master, approved by director Cary Joji Fukunaga, with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack New audio commentary featuring Fukunaga and first assistant director Jon Mallard Two new documentaries on the development and making of the film, featuring interviews with Fukunaga; author Uzodinma Iweala; actors Idris Elba and Abraham Attah; and producers Amy Kaufman, Daniela Taplin Lundberg, and Riva Marker New conversation between Fukunaga and producer and cultural commentator Franklin Leonard New interview with costume designer Jenny Eagan Trailer English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing English descriptive audio PLUS: An essay by film critic Robert Daniels Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Beasts of No Nation (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: November 5, 2019

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Based on the comic book characters 'Big Hero 6' who first appeared in 'Sunfire and Big Hero 6 #1' created by Steven T. Seagle and Duncan Rouleau and published by Marvel Comics September 1998.

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: August 15, 2017

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A disgraced doctor takes over a small clinic and becomes entangled in a string of grisly murders after his elderly landlord appears to confess to the crimes while under sedation.

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: August 15, 2023

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This spectacular box set comprises 12 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Sammo Hung (Wheels on Meals), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), and David Chiang (The Boxer from Shantung). Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Lady of Steel: Cheng Pei-pei was Hong Kong's first and most celebrated queen of kung fu because her performances set all the standards for future female martial arts stars like Michelle Yeoh. Lady Of Steel is a high-plains-drifter adventure where Cheng Pei-pei plays a swordswoman on a mission: to find the bandits that killed her parents and save the country from foreign invaders. Brothers Five: Years before he was to become famous for directing Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Jackie Chan in New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei teamed with superstar swordswoman Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) for this action thriller of brotherly love…and death. She stars as Yen Lai, the one woman who can reunite the Kao brothers to rid the Teng Lung Manor of killers—as well as take revenge for their father's murder. The Crimson Charm: Huang Feng both writes and directs this "Martial Arts World" thriller of a noble swordsman and a one-armed swordswoman up against the vicious Crimson Charm gang of thieves and cutthroats. The lovely and lethal Ivy Ling Po teams with the amazing Chang I for a classic tale of good versus evil in which the best man—and one-armed woman—wins. The Shadow Whip: This top-ten box office hit reunites the star duo from Come Drink with Me in another classic action adventure. Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) radiates her trademark charm while wielding the deadly title weapon, which is implicated in multiple murders and a major heist. Whether single-handedly fighting sixteen bandits or avenging her father's brutal death, she demonstrates why she was Hong Kong's number one swordswoman—and no slouch with the whip either! The Delightful Forest Co-directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-li, and written by Ni Kuang, Chang Cheh and Chin Shu-Mei, The Delightful Forest revolves around the legendary hero Wu Sung (Ti Lung), who was sent to the prison in the Meng province after murdering his sister-in-law and a local ruffian. There he was acquainted with the prison officer "Golden Eye" Shih En (Tien Ching), who saved Wu from the baton punishment required for new prisoners. Wu found out that Shih's restaurant, "Delightful Forest," was taken by the local thug "Door God" Chiang Chung (Chu Mu). The Devil's Mirror: This is Sun Chung's very first film for the Shaw Brothers, making it especially interesting and important. He hit the ground running with this action-filled tale of a "Devil Girl" who is setting one clan against another to get her hands on two amazing mirrors with supernatural powers. Only a noble swordsman (played by Lau Dan) and beautiful swordswoman (played by The Thundering Sword star Shu Pei-pei) can stop her. Man of Iron: Chen Kuan-tai exuded incredible power on screen, which his directors used to great advantage in this fight-filled follow-up to the smash hit The Boxer from Shantung. The only thing Chou Lien Huan does wrong is win some money gambling with a Shanghai gang leader's playboy son…but that's enough for the father and child to want obsessive revenge. It all culminates in an incredible climatic fight, choreographed by the legendary Lau Kar-leung and Chan Chuen, co-star of Bruce Lee's Fist of Fury. The Water Margin: The Chang Cheh-directed The Water Margin is the martial arts epic of epics…of epics. Based on the true legend of how 108 rebel heroes living in the mountains were able to repeatedly defeat invading Sung armies, the film starred just about anyone who was a name at Shaw Brothers at the time, like David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai and Ti Lung. The primitive battles ultimately end in sharp, visually effective images of death and defeat. This is a must-see for any movie fan. The Bride from Hell: Never marry a possessed woman…especially one possessed by the spirit of a girl murdered by the uncle of the groom! That is the moral of this fascinating production, released a full two years before the international success of The Exorcist. Justice must be done and an exorcism, Hong Kong-style, must be performed before anyone can rest in peace. Talented Margaret Hsing Hui makes a fetching spirit in this mystery thriller that also incorporates a laugh or two amidst the chills. Heroes Two: Of the dozens of great martial arts movies made by this prolific and respected director, this tale of legendary Shaolin avengers Fang Shih-yu and Hung Hsi-kuan is often considered one of his best. His collaboration with equally renowned kung fu choreographer Lar Kar-leung was apparent in all the performances, but especially with that of charismatic, capable, then 19-year-old Alexander Fu Sheng. This powerful production is a true landmark in kung fu film history. The Flying Guillotine: Director Ho Meng-hua attained cult status among Western kung fu film fans with The Flying Guillotine. One of the Shaw Brothers' biggest martial arts stars, Chen Kuan-tai, plays the leader of a group of killers, commissioned by the Ching Emperor to use a deadly, beheading weapon to assassinate dissidents. Although based on a true story, the film's weapon was a complete fabrication because in real life, no one ever survived to tell what the actual weapon really looked like. The Dragon Missle: The many fans of the internationally popular Flying Guillotine films and international star Lo Lieh (King Boxer) will love this movie, featuring some of the most exciting martial arts machinery ever conceived. Everybody's fighting for a special elixir and the title tool—an ultra—cool flying boomerang with blades. There are double crosses and ambushes galore before the culminating clash of sizzling steel that must be seen to be believed. Bonus Content: Disc 1 - Lady of Steel: Audio Commentary by Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 2 - Brothers Five: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicks Audio Commentary by Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 3 - The Crimson Charm: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 4 - The Shadow Whip: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Celestial Trailer Disc 5 - Delightful Forest: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 6 - The Devil's Mirror: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 7 - Man of Iron: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of This Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) An Iron Will—Meredith Lewis, Author of Ask for the Moon: Innovation at Shaw Brothers Studios, A 77-Minute Documentary on The Genesis, Rise, Peak and Fall of the Shaw Brothers Movie Empire Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 8 - The Water Margin: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema blog) The Master: Chang Cheh Elegant Trails: Ti Lung Elegant Trails: David Chiang Extended Love Scene Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer TV S pot for the U.S. release Seven Blows of the Dragon Disc 9 - The Bride from Hell: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks A More Traditional Terror: Hong Kong Film Historian Tony Rayns Talks Shaw Brothers Horror Films Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 10 - Heroes Two: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 11 - The Flying Guillotine: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of These Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Flying Without Wings: Actor Kai Kang Shares His Memories of Working with the Studio in His First Ever On-Camera Interview Dubbing Delirium: Joseph Ellison, Dubbing Artist on Flying Guillotine for Its U.S. Release, Reflects on the Early Kung-Fu Film Boom Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 12 - The Dragon Missile: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Cutting Comments: Jim Marcovic, Editor of Many Martial Arts Trailers for U.S. Cinemas During The 70s and 80s, Speaks About the Kung Fu Film Boom Trailers For Shaw Brothers Classics Volume 1 and the Brave Archer Collection (The Jade Raksha, Little Dragon Maiden, Killer Darts, The Flying Dagger, Dragon Swamp, The Brave Archer and His Mate, The Bells of Death, The Sword of Swords, The Invincible Fist Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Shaw Brothers Classics: Volume Two [Blu-ray]

Release: August 15, 2023

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This spectacular box set comprises 12 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Sammo Hung (Wheels on Meals), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), and David Chiang (The Boxer from Shantung). Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Lady of Steel: Cheng Pei-pei was Hong Kong's first and most celebrated queen of kung fu because her performances set all the standards for future female martial arts stars like Michelle Yeoh. Lady Of Steel is a high-plains-drifter adventure where Cheng Pei-pei plays a swordswoman on a mission: to find the bandits that killed her parents and save the country from foreign invaders. Brothers Five: Years before he was to become famous for directing Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Jackie Chan in New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei teamed with superstar swordswoman Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) for this action thriller of brotherly love…and death. She stars as Yen Lai, the one woman who can reunite the Kao brothers to rid the Teng Lung Manor of killers—as well as take revenge for their father's murder. The Crimson Charm: Huang Feng both writes and directs this "Martial Arts World" thriller of a noble swordsman and a one-armed swordswoman up against the vicious Crimson Charm gang of thieves and cutthroats. The lovely and lethal Ivy Ling Po teams with the amazing Chang I for a classic tale of good versus evil in which the best man—and one-armed woman—wins. The Shadow Whip: This top-ten box office hit reunites the star duo from Come Drink with Me in another classic action adventure. Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) radiates her trademark charm while wielding the deadly title weapon, which is implicated in multiple murders and a major heist. Whether single-handedly fighting sixteen bandits or avenging her father's brutal death, she demonstrates why she was Hong Kong's number one swordswoman—and no slouch with the whip either! The Delightful Forest Co-directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-li, and written by Ni Kuang, Chang Cheh and Chin Shu-Mei, The Delightful Forest revolves around the legendary hero Wu Sung (Ti Lung), who was sent to the prison in the Meng province after murdering his sister-in-law and a local ruffian. There he was acquainted with the prison officer "Golden Eye" Shih En (Tien Ching), who saved Wu from the baton punishment required for new prisoners. Wu found out that Shih's restaurant, "Delightful Forest," was taken by the local thug "Door God" Chiang Chung (Chu Mu). The Devil's Mirror: This is Sun Chung's very first film for the Shaw Brothers, making it especially interesting and important. He hit the ground running with this action-filled tale of a "Devil Girl" who is setting one clan against another to get her hands on two amazing mirrors with supernatural powers. Only a noble swordsman (played by Lau Dan) and beautiful swordswoman (played by The Thundering Sword star Shu Pei-pei) can stop her. Man of Iron: Chen Kuan-tai exuded incredible power on screen, which his directors used to great advantage in this fight-filled follow-up to the smash hit The Boxer from Shantung. The only thing Chou Lien Huan does wrong is win some money gambling with a Shanghai gang leader's playboy son…but that's enough for the father and child to want obsessive revenge. It all culminates in an incredible climatic fight, choreographed by the legendary Lau Kar-leung and Chan Chuen, co-star of Bruce Lee's Fist of Fury. The Water Margin: The Chang Cheh-directed The Water Margin is the martial arts epic of epics…of epics. Based on the true legend of how 108 rebel heroes living in the mountains were able to repeatedly defeat invading Sung armies, the film starred just about anyone who was a name at Shaw Brothers at the time, like David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai and Ti Lung. The primitive battles ultimately end in sharp, visually effective images of death and defeat. This is a must-see for any movie fan. The Bride from Hell: Never marry a possessed woman…especially one possessed by the spirit of a girl murdered by the uncle of the groom! That is the moral of this fascinating production, released a full two years before the international success of The Exorcist. Justice must be done and an exorcism, Hong Kong-style, must be performed before anyone can rest in peace. Talented Margaret Hsing Hui makes a fetching spirit in this mystery thriller that also incorporates a laugh or two amidst the chills. Heroes Two: Of the dozens of great martial arts movies made by this prolific and respected director, this tale of legendary Shaolin avengers Fang Shih-yu and Hung Hsi-kuan is often considered one of his best. His collaboration with equally renowned kung fu choreographer Lar Kar-leung was apparent in all the performances, but especially with that of charismatic, capable, then 19-year-old Alexander Fu Sheng. This powerful production is a true landmark in kung fu film history. The Flying Guillotine: Director Ho Meng-hua attained cult status among Western kung fu film fans with The Flying Guillotine. One of the Shaw Brothers' biggest martial arts stars, Chen Kuan-tai, plays the leader of a group of killers, commissioned by the Ching Emperor to use a deadly, beheading weapon to assassinate dissidents. Although based on a true story, the film's weapon was a complete fabrication because in real life, no one ever survived to tell what the actual weapon really looked like. The Dragon Missle: The many fans of the internationally popular Flying Guillotine films and international star Lo Lieh (King Boxer) will love this movie, featuring some of the most exciting martial arts machinery ever conceived. Everybody's fighting for a special elixir and the title tool—an ultra—cool flying boomerang with blades. There are double crosses and ambushes galore before the culminating clash of sizzling steel that must be seen to be believed. Bonus Content: Disc 1 - Lady of Steel: Audio Commentary by Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 2 - Brothers Five: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicks Audio Commentary by Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 3 - The Crimson Charm: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 4 - The Shadow Whip: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Celestial Trailer Disc 5 - Delightful Forest: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 6 - The Devil's Mirror: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 7 - Man of Iron: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of This Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) An Iron Will—Meredith Lewis, Author of Ask for the Moon: Innovation at Shaw Brothers Studios, A 77-Minute Documentary on The Genesis, Rise, Peak and Fall of the Shaw Brothers Movie Empire Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 8 - The Water Margin: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema blog) The Master: Chang Cheh Elegant Trails: Ti Lung Elegant Trails: David Chiang Extended Love Scene Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer TV S pot for the U.S. release Seven Blows of the Dragon Disc 9 - The Bride from Hell: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks A More Traditional Terror: Hong Kong Film Historian Tony Rayns Talks Shaw Brothers Horror Films Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 10 - Heroes Two: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 11 - The Flying Guillotine: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of These Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Flying Without Wings: Actor Kai Kang Shares His Memories of Working with the Studio in His First Ever On-Camera Interview Dubbing Delirium: Joseph Ellison, Dubbing Artist on Flying Guillotine for Its U.S. Release, Reflects on the Early Kung-Fu Film Boom Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 12 - The Dragon Missile: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Cutting Comments: Jim Marcovic, Editor of Many Martial Arts Trailers for U.S. Cinemas During The 70s and 80s, Speaks About the Kung Fu Film Boom Trailers For Shaw Brothers Classics Volume 1 and the Brave Archer Collection (The Jade Raksha, Little Dragon Maiden, Killer Darts, The Flying Dagger, Dragon Swamp, The Brave Archer and His Mate, The Bells of Death, The Sword of Swords, The Invincible Fist Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Shaw Brothers Classics: Volume Two [Blu-ray]

Release: December 3, 2024

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Following the enormous international success of Dr No and From Russia with Love, Bondmania swept the globe and initiated a cycle of Bondsploitation movies. Studios all over the world sought to capitalise on James Bond and the concept of the super-spy - including Hong Kong's venerable Shaw Brothers, who began producing tales of intrigue, espionage, and grand theft in the mid-1960s. Eureka Classics presents three of their best in this special-edition set: The Golden Buddha, Angel with the Iron Fists and The Singing Thief. In The Golden Buddha, businessman Paul (Paul Chang Chung, Police Story) finds himself in the crosshairs of the Skeleton Gang after he picks up the wrong briefcase on a flight to Singapore - one containing a small golden Buddha that might just play a part in a vast criminal conspiracy. In Angel with the Iron Fists, a mysterious woman (Lily Ho, Lady with a Sword) arrives in Hong Kong carrying a cache of stolen diamonds and quickly becomes embroiled with the infamous Devil Girl's Gang. Finally, in The Singing Thief, a master cat burglar (Jimmy Lin Chong, Tropicana Interlude) makes the decision to go straight and pursue a new career as a singer - that is, at least, until he becomes a suspect in a series of jewel heists. Directed by studio regulars Lo Wei (The Big Boss) and Chang Cheh (The One-Armed Swordsman), The Golden Buddha, Angel with the Iron Fists and The Singing Thief filter a craze for films centred on super-spies and master criminals through the inimitable style of the Shaw Brothers Studio. All three films are presented on Blu-ray for the first time from HD masters supplied by Celestial Pictures. SPECIAL FEATURES: 1080p HD presentations on Blu-ray from masters supplied by Celestial Pictures Original mono audio tracks Optional English subtitles, newly translated for this release New audio commentaries by action cinema experts Mike Leeder and Arne Venema International Super Spies – A new interview with James Bond expert Llewella Chapman on global Bondmania in the 1960s A new interview with Hong Kong cinema scholar Wayne Wong, editor of Martial Arts Studies Reversible sleeve featuring individual sleeve artwork for each film Original trailers Limited edition of 2000 copies only Limited edition O-Card slipcase featuring new artwork by Darren Wheeling PLUS: A limited edition collector's booklet featuring new writing on all three films by Iain Robert Smith, author of The Hollywood Meme: Transnational Adaptations in World Cinema Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Super Spies And Secret Lies (2-Disc Limited Edition)

Release: April 15, 2025

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The whiplash, double-pronged Chungking Express is one of the defining works of 1990s cinema and the film that made Wong Kar Wai an instant icon. Two heartsick Hong Kong cops (Takeshi Kaneshiro and Tony Leung Chiu Wai), both jilted by ex-lovers, cross paths at the Midnight Express take-out food stand, where the ethereal pixie waitress Faye (Faye Wong) works. Anything goes in Wong’s gloriously shot and utterly unexpected charmer, which cemented the sex appeal of its gorgeous stars and forever turned canned pineapple and the Mamas & the Papas’ “California Dreamin’ ” into tokens of romantic longing. DIRECTOR-APPROVED 4K UHD + BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES 4K digital restoration, with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack, both supervised and approved by director Wong Kar Wai One 4K UHD disc of the film and one Blu-ray with the film and special features Interview from 2002 with cinematographer Christopher Doyle Episode of Moving Pictures from 1996 featuring interviews with Wong and Doyle Deleted scenes Trailer PLUS: An essay by critic Amy Taubin

Release: April 25, 2023

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Eight-disc set includes: Winners And Sinners (1983)Knockout crime story with Jackie Chan as an ex-con who forms a cleaning business with four other former crooks looking to go straight. While working in a building, they run into a group of counterfeiters, and when fake printing plates are planted in their van, the authorities and gangsters begin their chase. With Sammo Hung, Yuen Biao. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Wheels On Meals (1984)A Spain-set Jackie Chan spectacular with Jackie and Yuen Biao as food-truck cooks working the streets of Barcelona. Their involvement with a pickpocketing prostitute who turns out to be a missing heiress sends them and a private eye (Sammo Hung, who also directed) into some truly outrageous martial arts brawls. With Lola Forner, Henry "The Jet" Urquidez, Herb Edelman. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: NR The Protector (1985)Jackie Chan stars as karate-kicking New York City cop Billy Wong, who, along with his new partner (Danny Aiello), is on the trail of a murderous drug kingpin. The case takes the pair from the Big Apple to Hong Kong in this high-octane actioner directed by James Glickenhaus ("The Exterminator"); Roy Chiao co-stars. 94 min. Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars (1985)In this sequel to "My Lucky Stars," Hong Kong cops Muscles (Jackie Chan) and Ricky (Yuen Biao), along with Muscles' childhood pal Kidstuff (Sammo Hung) and his gang of thieves, "the Lucky Stars," have their vacation in Thailand interrupted when they must head home to protect a local drug lord from Thai assassins. With Rosamund Kwan, Richard Norton. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: NR Armour Of God (1986)Retitled as a "prequel" for American release, this is the original "Raiders"-style action saga starring Jackie Chan as adventurer Asian Hawk, who battles a mystic cult looking to swap his kidnapped ex-girlfriend for a priceless artifact he possesses. Among the film's amazing stunt scenes are Jackie's battle with a squad of stiletto-heeled Amazon warriors and a leap from a tree that nearly cost Chan his life! With Alan Tam, Rosamund Kwan. 88 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R Armour Of God II: Operation Condor (1991)Jackie Chan returns as Asian Hawk in this stunt-laden thriller, as the globe-hopping treasure-hunter is called on to locate a fortune in stolen Nazi gold hidden somewhere in the Sahara. Joined by three feisty female accomplices, Hawk mixes it up with Arab assassins and has a mind-blowing fight in a gigantic wind tunnel. Carol Cheng, Eva Cobo Garcia, Shoko Ikeda also star. 90 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Crime Story (1993)There's less emphasis on slapstick stunts and more on drama in this Jackie Chan thriller, based in part on a true story. Assigned to guard a wealthy Hong Kong builder from kidnapping threats, a police inspector (Chan) must rescue the man from a mysterious group of abductors who may have connections within the police. With Kent Cheng, Fat Chung. 107 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: R/p City Hunter (1993)Hired by a newspaper publisher to find his missing daughter, private eye Ryo Saeba (Jackie Chan) locates her on board a cruise ship that's about to be seized by crooks out to hold the wealthy passengers for ransom. Based on a popular Japanese comic book, this light-hearted actioner features a wild video game sequence with Jackie as the characters from "Streetfighter II." With Joey Wong, Richard Norton, Gary Daniels, Chingmy Yau. 100 min. In Cantonese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. C/Rtg: PG-13 Widescreen; Soundtracks: Cantonese, English; Subtitles: English.

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: November 26, 2024

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. After a defiled corpse is discovered in an abandoned building, Inspector Zhang recognizes the scene as being similar to other mutilated bodies that have been turning up in the area. Realizing that there is a deranged serial killer at large, Zhang's investigation soon leads him to a local brothel run by the headstrong Madame Lan, which appears to be the killer’s hunting ground. While public suspicion soon falls on a recently released-from-prison necrophile, Zhang is unconvinced, believing that the killer and their motive are hiding in plain sight. Directed by horror maestro Chih-Hung Kwei (Hex, The Boxer's Omen), CORPSE MANIA masterfully fuses Shaw Brothers’ well-regarded dramatic period pieces with the structure and style of the Italian giallo, offering foggy streets, gelled lighting, and grisly murders perpetrated by a black-clad killer. Moving from twist to twist and sure to leave viewers squirming in horror all the way to the end, Vinegar Syndrome is proud to present this essential Hong Kong horror on UHD, newly restored in 4k from its original camera negative, packed with extras, and featuring all the maggot-covered corpses one could ask for. Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Commentary with Ming Beaver Kwei, son of director Chih-Hung Kwei and filmmaker Alan Chu 5. Commentary with film historian Samm Deighan 6. "Statistics with the Producer" - an interview with producer Lawrence Wong 7. Video interview with Lee San Yip, cinematographer on Corpse Mania 8. Video interview with Ming Beaver Kwei, son of director Chih-Hung Kwei 9. "Chih-Hung Kwei: Shaw Brothers’ Master of Horror" - a video essay by film historian and author Grady Hendrix 10. Reversible sleeve artwork 11. Newly translated English subtitles Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Corpse Mania [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray Set]

Release: August 15, 2023

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This spectacular box set comprises 12 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Sammo Hung (Wheels on Meals), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), and David Chiang (The Boxer from Shantung). Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Lady of Steel: Cheng Pei-pei was Hong Kong's first and most celebrated queen of kung fu because her performances set all the standards for future female martial arts stars like Michelle Yeoh. Lady Of Steel is a high-plains-drifter adventure where Cheng Pei-pei plays a swordswoman on a mission: to find the bandits that killed her parents and save the country from foreign invaders. Brothers Five: Years before he was to become famous for directing Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Jackie Chan in New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei teamed with superstar swordswoman Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) for this action thriller of brotherly love…and death. She stars as Yen Lai, the one woman who can reunite the Kao brothers to rid the Teng Lung Manor of killers—as well as take revenge for their father's murder. The Crimson Charm: Huang Feng both writes and directs this "Martial Arts World" thriller of a noble swordsman and a one-armed swordswoman up against the vicious Crimson Charm gang of thieves and cutthroats. The lovely and lethal Ivy Ling Po teams with the amazing Chang I for a classic tale of good versus evil in which the best man—and one-armed woman—wins. The Shadow Whip: This top-ten box office hit reunites the star duo from Come Drink with Me in another classic action adventure. Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) radiates her trademark charm while wielding the deadly title weapon, which is implicated in multiple murders and a major heist. Whether single-handedly fighting sixteen bandits or avenging her father's brutal death, she demonstrates why she was Hong Kong's number one swordswoman—and no slouch with the whip either! The Delightful Forest Co-directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-li, and written by Ni Kuang, Chang Cheh and Chin Shu-Mei, The Delightful Forest revolves around the legendary hero Wu Sung (Ti Lung), who was sent to the prison in the Meng province after murdering his sister-in-law and a local ruffian. There he was acquainted with the prison officer "Golden Eye" Shih En (Tien Ching), who saved Wu from the baton punishment required for new prisoners. Wu found out that Shih's restaurant, "Delightful Forest," was taken by the local thug "Door God" Chiang Chung (Chu Mu). The Devil's Mirror: This is Sun Chung's very first film for the Shaw Brothers, making it especially interesting and important. He hit the ground running with this action-filled tale of a "Devil Girl" who is setting one clan against another to get her hands on two amazing mirrors with supernatural powers. Only a noble swordsman (played by Lau Dan) and beautiful swordswoman (played by The Thundering Sword star Shu Pei-pei) can stop her. Man of Iron: Chen Kuan-tai exuded incredible power on screen, which his directors used to great advantage in this fight-filled follow-up to the smash hit The Boxer from Shantung. The only thing Chou Lien Huan does wrong is win some money gambling with a Shanghai gang leader's playboy son…but that's enough for the father and child to want obsessive revenge. It all culminates in an incredible climatic fight, choreographed by the legendary Lau Kar-leung and Chan Chuen, co-star of Bruce Lee's Fist of Fury. The Water Margin: The Chang Cheh-directed The Water Margin is the martial arts epic of epics…of epics. Based on the true legend of how 108 rebel heroes living in the mountains were able to repeatedly defeat invading Sung armies, the film starred just about anyone who was a name at Shaw Brothers at the time, like David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai and Ti Lung. The primitive battles ultimately end in sharp, visually effective images of death and defeat. This is a must-see for any movie fan. The Bride from Hell: Never marry a possessed woman…especially one possessed by the spirit of a girl murdered by the uncle of the groom! That is the moral of this fascinating production, released a full two years before the international success of The Exorcist. Justice must be done and an exorcism, Hong Kong-style, must be performed before anyone can rest in peace. Talented Margaret Hsing Hui makes a fetching spirit in this mystery thriller that also incorporates a laugh or two amidst the chills. Heroes Two: Of the dozens of great martial arts movies made by this prolific and respected director, this tale of legendary Shaolin avengers Fang Shih-yu and Hung Hsi-kuan is often considered one of his best. His collaboration with equally renowned kung fu choreographer Lar Kar-leung was apparent in all the performances, but especially with that of charismatic, capable, then 19-year-old Alexander Fu Sheng. This powerful production is a true landmark in kung fu film history. The Flying Guillotine: Director Ho Meng-hua attained cult status among Western kung fu film fans with The Flying Guillotine. One of the Shaw Brothers' biggest martial arts stars, Chen Kuan-tai, plays the leader of a group of killers, commissioned by the Ching Emperor to use a deadly, beheading weapon to assassinate dissidents. Although based on a true story, the film's weapon was a complete fabrication because in real life, no one ever survived to tell what the actual weapon really looked like. The Dragon Missle: The many fans of the internationally popular Flying Guillotine films and international star Lo Lieh (King Boxer) will love this movie, featuring some of the most exciting martial arts machinery ever conceived. Everybody's fighting for a special elixir and the title tool—an ultra—cool flying boomerang with blades. There are double crosses and ambushes galore before the culminating clash of sizzling steel that must be seen to be believed. Bonus Content: Disc 1 - Lady of Steel: Audio Commentary by Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 2 - Brothers Five: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicks Audio Commentary by Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 3 - The Crimson Charm: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 4 - The Shadow Whip: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Celestial Trailer Disc 5 - Delightful Forest: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 6 - The Devil's Mirror: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 7 - Man of Iron: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of This Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) An Iron Will—Meredith Lewis, Author of Ask for the Moon: Innovation at Shaw Brothers Studios, A 77-Minute Documentary on The Genesis, Rise, Peak and Fall of the Shaw Brothers Movie Empire Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 8 - The Water Margin: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema blog) The Master: Chang Cheh Elegant Trails: Ti Lung Elegant Trails: David Chiang Extended Love Scene Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer TV S pot for the U.S. release Seven Blows of the Dragon Disc 9 - The Bride from Hell: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks A More Traditional Terror: Hong Kong Film Historian Tony Rayns Talks Shaw Brothers Horror Films Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 10 - Heroes Two: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 11 - The Flying Guillotine: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of These Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Flying Without Wings: Actor Kai Kang Shares His Memories of Working with the Studio in His First Ever On-Camera Interview Dubbing Delirium: Joseph Ellison, Dubbing Artist on Flying Guillotine for Its U.S. Release, Reflects on the Early Kung-Fu Film Boom Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 12 - The Dragon Missile: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Cutting Comments: Jim Marcovic, Editor of Many Martial Arts Trailers for U.S. Cinemas During The 70s and 80s, Speaks About the Kung Fu Film Boom Trailers For Shaw Brothers Classics Volume 1 and the Brave Archer Collection (The Jade Raksha, Little Dragon Maiden, Killer Darts, The Flying Dagger, Dragon Swamp, The Brave Archer and His Mate, The Bells of Death, The Sword of Swords, The Invincible Fist Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Shaw Brothers Classics: Volume Two [Blu-ray]

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IN 4K for the first time! Named "Best Picture of the Year" by over 100 critics nationwide! Two master warriors (Chow Yun Fat and Michelle Yeoh) are faced with their greatest challenge when the treasured Green Destiny sword isstolen. A young aristocrat (Zhang Ziyi) prepares for an arranged marriage, but soon reveals her superior fighting talents and her deeply romantic past. As each warrior battles for justice, they come face to face with their worst enemy - and the inescapable, enduring power of love. Set against 19th-century China's breathtaking landscape, CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON is the action-packed, box office smash from acclaimed director Ang Lee (Sense and Sensibility, The Ice Storm) featuring stunning martial arts choreography by Yuen Wo Ping (The Matrix).

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This spectacular box set comprises 12 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Sammo Hung (Wheels on Meals), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), and David Chiang (The Boxer from Shantung). Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Lady of Steel: Cheng Pei-pei was Hong Kong's first and most celebrated queen of kung fu because her performances set all the standards for future female martial arts stars like Michelle Yeoh. Lady Of Steel is a high-plains-drifter adventure where Cheng Pei-pei plays a swordswoman on a mission: to find the bandits that killed her parents and save the country from foreign invaders. Brothers Five: Years before he was to become famous for directing Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Jackie Chan in New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei teamed with superstar swordswoman Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) for this action thriller of brotherly love…and death. She stars as Yen Lai, the one woman who can reunite the Kao brothers to rid the Teng Lung Manor of killers—as well as take revenge for their father's murder. The Crimson Charm: Huang Feng both writes and directs this "Martial Arts World" thriller of a noble swordsman and a one-armed swordswoman up against the vicious Crimson Charm gang of thieves and cutthroats. The lovely and lethal Ivy Ling Po teams with the amazing Chang I for a classic tale of good versus evil in which the best man—and one-armed woman—wins. The Shadow Whip: This top-ten box office hit reunites the star duo from Come Drink with Me in another classic action adventure. Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) radiates her trademark charm while wielding the deadly title weapon, which is implicated in multiple murders and a major heist. Whether single-handedly fighting sixteen bandits or avenging her father's brutal death, she demonstrates why she was Hong Kong's number one swordswoman—and no slouch with the whip either! The Delightful Forest Co-directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-li, and written by Ni Kuang, Chang Cheh and Chin Shu-Mei, The Delightful Forest revolves around the legendary hero Wu Sung (Ti Lung), who was sent to the prison in the Meng province after murdering his sister-in-law and a local ruffian. There he was acquainted with the prison officer "Golden Eye" Shih En (Tien Ching), who saved Wu from the baton punishment required for new prisoners. Wu found out that Shih's restaurant, "Delightful Forest," was taken by the local thug "Door God" Chiang Chung (Chu Mu). The Devil's Mirror: This is Sun Chung's very first film for the Shaw Brothers, making it especially interesting and important. He hit the ground running with this action-filled tale of a "Devil Girl" who is setting one clan against another to get her hands on two amazing mirrors with supernatural powers. Only a noble swordsman (played by Lau Dan) and beautiful swordswoman (played by The Thundering Sword star Shu Pei-pei) can stop her. Man of Iron: Chen Kuan-tai exuded incredible power on screen, which his directors used to great advantage in this fight-filled follow-up to the smash hit The Boxer from Shantung. The only thing Chou Lien Huan does wrong is win some money gambling with a Shanghai gang leader's playboy son…but that's enough for the father and child to want obsessive revenge. It all culminates in an incredible climatic fight, choreographed by the legendary Lau Kar-leung and Chan Chuen, co-star of Bruce Lee's Fist of Fury. The Water Margin: The Chang Cheh-directed The Water Margin is the martial arts epic of epics…of epics. Based on the true legend of how 108 rebel heroes living in the mountains were able to repeatedly defeat invading Sung armies, the film starred just about anyone who was a name at Shaw Brothers at the time, like David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai and Ti Lung. The primitive battles ultimately end in sharp, visually effective images of death and defeat. This is a must-see for any movie fan. The Bride from Hell: Never marry a possessed woman…especially one possessed by the spirit of a girl murdered by the uncle of the groom! That is the moral of this fascinating production, released a full two years before the international success of The Exorcist. Justice must be done and an exorcism, Hong Kong-style, must be performed before anyone can rest in peace. Talented Margaret Hsing Hui makes a fetching spirit in this mystery thriller that also incorporates a laugh or two amidst the chills. Heroes Two: Of the dozens of great martial arts movies made by this prolific and respected director, this tale of legendary Shaolin avengers Fang Shih-yu and Hung Hsi-kuan is often considered one of his best. His collaboration with equally renowned kung fu choreographer Lar Kar-leung was apparent in all the performances, but especially with that of charismatic, capable, then 19-year-old Alexander Fu Sheng. This powerful production is a true landmark in kung fu film history. The Flying Guillotine: Director Ho Meng-hua attained cult status among Western kung fu film fans with The Flying Guillotine. One of the Shaw Brothers' biggest martial arts stars, Chen Kuan-tai, plays the leader of a group of killers, commissioned by the Ching Emperor to use a deadly, beheading weapon to assassinate dissidents. Although based on a true story, the film's weapon was a complete fabrication because in real life, no one ever survived to tell what the actual weapon really looked like. The Dragon Missle: The many fans of the internationally popular Flying Guillotine films and international star Lo Lieh (King Boxer) will love this movie, featuring some of the most exciting martial arts machinery ever conceived. Everybody's fighting for a special elixir and the title tool—an ultra—cool flying boomerang with blades. There are double crosses and ambushes galore before the culminating clash of sizzling steel that must be seen to be believed. Bonus Content: Disc 1 - Lady of Steel: Audio Commentary by Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 2 - Brothers Five: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicks Audio Commentary by Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 3 - The Crimson Charm: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 4 - The Shadow Whip: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Celestial Trailer Disc 5 - Delightful Forest: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 6 - The Devil's Mirror: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 7 - Man of Iron: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of This Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) An Iron Will—Meredith Lewis, Author of Ask for the Moon: Innovation at Shaw Brothers Studios, A 77-Minute Documentary on The Genesis, Rise, Peak and Fall of the Shaw Brothers Movie Empire Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 8 - The Water Margin: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema blog) The Master: Chang Cheh Elegant Trails: Ti Lung Elegant Trails: David Chiang Extended Love Scene Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer TV S pot for the U.S. release Seven Blows of the Dragon Disc 9 - The Bride from Hell: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks A More Traditional Terror: Hong Kong Film Historian Tony Rayns Talks Shaw Brothers Horror Films Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 10 - Heroes Two: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 11 - The Flying Guillotine: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of These Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Flying Without Wings: Actor Kai Kang Shares His Memories of Working with the Studio in His First Ever On-Camera Interview Dubbing Delirium: Joseph Ellison, Dubbing Artist on Flying Guillotine for Its U.S. Release, Reflects on the Early Kung-Fu Film Boom Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 12 - The Dragon Missile: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Cutting Comments: Jim Marcovic, Editor of Many Martial Arts Trailers for U.S. Cinemas During The 70s and 80s, Speaks About the Kung Fu Film Boom Trailers For Shaw Brothers Classics Volume 1 and the Brave Archer Collection (The Jade Raksha, Little Dragon Maiden, Killer Darts, The Flying Dagger, Dragon Swamp, The Brave Archer and His Mate, The Bells of Death, The Sword of Swords, The Invincible Fist Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Shaw Brothers Classics: Volume Two [Blu-ray]

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This spectacular box set comprises 12 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Sammo Hung (Wheels on Meals), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), and David Chiang (The Boxer from Shantung). Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Lady of Steel: Cheng Pei-pei was Hong Kong's first and most celebrated queen of kung fu because her performances set all the standards for future female martial arts stars like Michelle Yeoh. Lady Of Steel is a high-plains-drifter adventure where Cheng Pei-pei plays a swordswoman on a mission: to find the bandits that killed her parents and save the country from foreign invaders. Brothers Five: Years before he was to become famous for directing Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Jackie Chan in New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei teamed with superstar swordswoman Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) for this action thriller of brotherly love…and death. She stars as Yen Lai, the one woman who can reunite the Kao brothers to rid the Teng Lung Manor of killers—as well as take revenge for their father's murder. The Crimson Charm: Huang Feng both writes and directs this "Martial Arts World" thriller of a noble swordsman and a one-armed swordswoman up against the vicious Crimson Charm gang of thieves and cutthroats. The lovely and lethal Ivy Ling Po teams with the amazing Chang I for a classic tale of good versus evil in which the best man—and one-armed woman—wins. The Shadow Whip: This top-ten box office hit reunites the star duo from Come Drink with Me in another classic action adventure. Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) radiates her trademark charm while wielding the deadly title weapon, which is implicated in multiple murders and a major heist. Whether single-handedly fighting sixteen bandits or avenging her father's brutal death, she demonstrates why she was Hong Kong's number one swordswoman—and no slouch with the whip either! The Delightful Forest Co-directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-li, and written by Ni Kuang, Chang Cheh and Chin Shu-Mei, The Delightful Forest revolves around the legendary hero Wu Sung (Ti Lung), who was sent to the prison in the Meng province after murdering his sister-in-law and a local ruffian. There he was acquainted with the prison officer "Golden Eye" Shih En (Tien Ching), who saved Wu from the baton punishment required for new prisoners. Wu found out that Shih's restaurant, "Delightful Forest," was taken by the local thug "Door God" Chiang Chung (Chu Mu). The Devil's Mirror: This is Sun Chung's very first film for the Shaw Brothers, making it especially interesting and important. He hit the ground running with this action-filled tale of a "Devil Girl" who is setting one clan against another to get her hands on two amazing mirrors with supernatural powers. Only a noble swordsman (played by Lau Dan) and beautiful swordswoman (played by The Thundering Sword star Shu Pei-pei) can stop her. Man of Iron: Chen Kuan-tai exuded incredible power on screen, which his directors used to great advantage in this fight-filled follow-up to the smash hit The Boxer from Shantung. The only thing Chou Lien Huan does wrong is win some money gambling with a Shanghai gang leader's playboy son…but that's enough for the father and child to want obsessive revenge. It all culminates in an incredible climatic fight, choreographed by the legendary Lau Kar-leung and Chan Chuen, co-star of Bruce Lee's Fist of Fury. The Water Margin: The Chang Cheh-directed The Water Margin is the martial arts epic of epics…of epics. Based on the true legend of how 108 rebel heroes living in the mountains were able to repeatedly defeat invading Sung armies, the film starred just about anyone who was a name at Shaw Brothers at the time, like David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai and Ti Lung. The primitive battles ultimately end in sharp, visually effective images of death and defeat. This is a must-see for any movie fan. The Bride from Hell: Never marry a possessed woman…especially one possessed by the spirit of a girl murdered by the uncle of the groom! That is the moral of this fascinating production, released a full two years before the international success of The Exorcist. Justice must be done and an exorcism, Hong Kong-style, must be performed before anyone can rest in peace. Talented Margaret Hsing Hui makes a fetching spirit in this mystery thriller that also incorporates a laugh or two amidst the chills. Heroes Two: Of the dozens of great martial arts movies made by this prolific and respected director, this tale of legendary Shaolin avengers Fang Shih-yu and Hung Hsi-kuan is often considered one of his best. His collaboration with equally renowned kung fu choreographer Lar Kar-leung was apparent in all the performances, but especially with that of charismatic, capable, then 19-year-old Alexander Fu Sheng. This powerful production is a true landmark in kung fu film history. The Flying Guillotine: Director Ho Meng-hua attained cult status among Western kung fu film fans with The Flying Guillotine. One of the Shaw Brothers' biggest martial arts stars, Chen Kuan-tai, plays the leader of a group of killers, commissioned by the Ching Emperor to use a deadly, beheading weapon to assassinate dissidents. Although based on a true story, the film's weapon was a complete fabrication because in real life, no one ever survived to tell what the actual weapon really looked like. The Dragon Missle: The many fans of the internationally popular Flying Guillotine films and international star Lo Lieh (King Boxer) will love this movie, featuring some of the most exciting martial arts machinery ever conceived. Everybody's fighting for a special elixir and the title tool—an ultra—cool flying boomerang with blades. There are double crosses and ambushes galore before the culminating clash of sizzling steel that must be seen to be believed. Bonus Content: Disc 1 - Lady of Steel: Audio Commentary by Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 2 - Brothers Five: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicks Audio Commentary by Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 3 - The Crimson Charm: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 4 - The Shadow Whip: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Celestial Trailer Disc 5 - Delightful Forest: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 6 - The Devil's Mirror: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 7 - Man of Iron: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of This Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) An Iron Will—Meredith Lewis, Author of Ask for the Moon: Innovation at Shaw Brothers Studios, A 77-Minute Documentary on The Genesis, Rise, Peak and Fall of the Shaw Brothers Movie Empire Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 8 - The Water Margin: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema blog) The Master: Chang Cheh Elegant Trails: Ti Lung Elegant Trails: David Chiang Extended Love Scene Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer TV S pot for the U.S. release Seven Blows of the Dragon Disc 9 - The Bride from Hell: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks A More Traditional Terror: Hong Kong Film Historian Tony Rayns Talks Shaw Brothers Horror Films Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 10 - Heroes Two: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 11 - The Flying Guillotine: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of These Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Flying Without Wings: Actor Kai Kang Shares His Memories of Working with the Studio in His First Ever On-Camera Interview Dubbing Delirium: Joseph Ellison, Dubbing Artist on Flying Guillotine for Its U.S. Release, Reflects on the Early Kung-Fu Film Boom Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 12 - The Dragon Missile: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Cutting Comments: Jim Marcovic, Editor of Many Martial Arts Trailers for U.S. Cinemas During The 70s and 80s, Speaks About the Kung Fu Film Boom Trailers For Shaw Brothers Classics Volume 1 and the Brave Archer Collection (The Jade Raksha, Little Dragon Maiden, Killer Darts, The Flying Dagger, Dragon Swamp, The Brave Archer and His Mate, The Bells of Death, The Sword of Swords, The Invincible Fist Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Shaw Brothers Classics: Volume Two [Blu-ray]

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This spectacular box set comprises 12 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Sammo Hung (Wheels on Meals), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), and David Chiang (The Boxer from Shantung). Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Lady of Steel: Cheng Pei-pei was Hong Kong's first and most celebrated queen of kung fu because her performances set all the standards for future female martial arts stars like Michelle Yeoh. Lady Of Steel is a high-plains-drifter adventure where Cheng Pei-pei plays a swordswoman on a mission: to find the bandits that killed her parents and save the country from foreign invaders. Brothers Five: Years before he was to become famous for directing Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Jackie Chan in New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei teamed with superstar swordswoman Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) for this action thriller of brotherly love…and death. She stars as Yen Lai, the one woman who can reunite the Kao brothers to rid the Teng Lung Manor of killers—as well as take revenge for their father's murder. The Crimson Charm: Huang Feng both writes and directs this "Martial Arts World" thriller of a noble swordsman and a one-armed swordswoman up against the vicious Crimson Charm gang of thieves and cutthroats. The lovely and lethal Ivy Ling Po teams with the amazing Chang I for a classic tale of good versus evil in which the best man—and one-armed woman—wins. The Shadow Whip: This top-ten box office hit reunites the star duo from Come Drink with Me in another classic action adventure. Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) radiates her trademark charm while wielding the deadly title weapon, which is implicated in multiple murders and a major heist. Whether single-handedly fighting sixteen bandits or avenging her father's brutal death, she demonstrates why she was Hong Kong's number one swordswoman—and no slouch with the whip either! The Delightful Forest Co-directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-li, and written by Ni Kuang, Chang Cheh and Chin Shu-Mei, The Delightful Forest revolves around the legendary hero Wu Sung (Ti Lung), who was sent to the prison in the Meng province after murdering his sister-in-law and a local ruffian. There he was acquainted with the prison officer "Golden Eye" Shih En (Tien Ching), who saved Wu from the baton punishment required for new prisoners. Wu found out that Shih's restaurant, "Delightful Forest," was taken by the local thug "Door God" Chiang Chung (Chu Mu). The Devil's Mirror: This is Sun Chung's very first film for the Shaw Brothers, making it especially interesting and important. He hit the ground running with this action-filled tale of a "Devil Girl" who is setting one clan against another to get her hands on two amazing mirrors with supernatural powers. Only a noble swordsman (played by Lau Dan) and beautiful swordswoman (played by The Thundering Sword star Shu Pei-pei) can stop her. Man of Iron: Chen Kuan-tai exuded incredible power on screen, which his directors used to great advantage in this fight-filled follow-up to the smash hit The Boxer from Shantung. The only thing Chou Lien Huan does wrong is win some money gambling with a Shanghai gang leader's playboy son…but that's enough for the father and child to want obsessive revenge. It all culminates in an incredible climatic fight, choreographed by the legendary Lau Kar-leung and Chan Chuen, co-star of Bruce Lee's Fist of Fury. The Water Margin: The Chang Cheh-directed The Water Margin is the martial arts epic of epics…of epics. Based on the true legend of how 108 rebel heroes living in the mountains were able to repeatedly defeat invading Sung armies, the film starred just about anyone who was a name at Shaw Brothers at the time, like David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai and Ti Lung. The primitive battles ultimately end in sharp, visually effective images of death and defeat. This is a must-see for any movie fan. The Bride from Hell: Never marry a possessed woman…especially one possessed by the spirit of a girl murdered by the uncle of the groom! That is the moral of this fascinating production, released a full two years before the international success of The Exorcist. Justice must be done and an exorcism, Hong Kong-style, must be performed before anyone can rest in peace. Talented Margaret Hsing Hui makes a fetching spirit in this mystery thriller that also incorporates a laugh or two amidst the chills. Heroes Two: Of the dozens of great martial arts movies made by this prolific and respected director, this tale of legendary Shaolin avengers Fang Shih-yu and Hung Hsi-kuan is often considered one of his best. His collaboration with equally renowned kung fu choreographer Lar Kar-leung was apparent in all the performances, but especially with that of charismatic, capable, then 19-year-old Alexander Fu Sheng. This powerful production is a true landmark in kung fu film history. The Flying Guillotine: Director Ho Meng-hua attained cult status among Western kung fu film fans with The Flying Guillotine. One of the Shaw Brothers' biggest martial arts stars, Chen Kuan-tai, plays the leader of a group of killers, commissioned by the Ching Emperor to use a deadly, beheading weapon to assassinate dissidents. Although based on a true story, the film's weapon was a complete fabrication because in real life, no one ever survived to tell what the actual weapon really looked like. The Dragon Missle: The many fans of the internationally popular Flying Guillotine films and international star Lo Lieh (King Boxer) will love this movie, featuring some of the most exciting martial arts machinery ever conceived. Everybody's fighting for a special elixir and the title tool—an ultra—cool flying boomerang with blades. There are double crosses and ambushes galore before the culminating clash of sizzling steel that must be seen to be believed. Bonus Content: Disc 1 - Lady of Steel: Audio Commentary by Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 2 - Brothers Five: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicks Audio Commentary by Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 3 - The Crimson Charm: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 4 - The Shadow Whip: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Celestial Trailer Disc 5 - Delightful Forest: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 6 - The Devil's Mirror: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 7 - Man of Iron: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of This Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) An Iron Will—Meredith Lewis, Author of Ask for the Moon: Innovation at Shaw Brothers Studios, A 77-Minute Documentary on The Genesis, Rise, Peak and Fall of the Shaw Brothers Movie Empire Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 8 - The Water Margin: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema blog) The Master: Chang Cheh Elegant Trails: Ti Lung Elegant Trails: David Chiang Extended Love Scene Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer TV S pot for the U.S. release Seven Blows of the Dragon Disc 9 - The Bride from Hell: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks A More Traditional Terror: Hong Kong Film Historian Tony Rayns Talks Shaw Brothers Horror Films Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 10 - Heroes Two: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 11 - The Flying Guillotine: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of These Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Flying Without Wings: Actor Kai Kang Shares His Memories of Working with the Studio in His First Ever On-Camera Interview Dubbing Delirium: Joseph Ellison, Dubbing Artist on Flying Guillotine for Its U.S. Release, Reflects on the Early Kung-Fu Film Boom Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 12 - The Dragon Missile: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Cutting Comments: Jim Marcovic, Editor of Many Martial Arts Trailers for U.S. Cinemas During The 70s and 80s, Speaks About the Kung Fu Film Boom Trailers For Shaw Brothers Classics Volume 1 and the Brave Archer Collection (The Jade Raksha, Little Dragon Maiden, Killer Darts, The Flying Dagger, Dragon Swamp, The Brave Archer and His Mate, The Bells of Death, The Sword of Swords, The Invincible Fist Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Shaw Brothers Classics: Volume Two [Blu-ray]

Release: December 9, 2025

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SPECTACULAR ALL THE WAY AS JACKIE CHAN BUSTS A HIGH TECH DRUG RING! Hotshot lawyer Jackie Lung (Jackie Chan, Rush Hour, Police Story) is hired to defend the owner of a factory which, unbeknownst to him, is the centre of a clandestine narcotics syndicate. He enlists resourceful acquaintances Wong Fei-Hung (Sammo Hung, Enter The Dragon) and Dung Dak-Biu (Yuen Biao, Once Upon a Time in China) to assist in the case, but loyalties begin to falter when romance blossoms between both sides. BONUS FEATURES Hong Kong Version - 4K restoration of the original Hong Kong version of Dragons Forever Audio Commentary with Mike Leeder and Arne Venema English Version - 4K restoration of the English version of Dragons Forever, which was commissioned by Golden Harvest for international audiences outside Asia with the classic English dub. (94 min) Japanese Version - 4K restoration of the Japanese version of Dragons Forever., which features two extra scenes and an ending with outtakes. Presented with English subtitles. (98 min) Original Hong Kong trailer for Dragons Forever. In Cantonese, with English subtitles. (4 min) Original English trailer for Dragons Forever. In English. (3 min) Outtakes and Behind the Scenes - a collection of outtakes and behind the scenes footage, some quite painful but very funny, presented with music. (13 min) Japanese End Credits - original Japanese end credits for Dragons Forever. In Cantonese, not subtitled. (2 min) Deleted Scenes - two deleted scenes. In English. (4 min) The Legacy of Dragons Forever - in this short program, stuntmen Troy Sandford and Chris Jones, and filmmaker Boyask, amongst other, discuss the unique chemistry between the stars of Dragons Forever. In English. (3 min) The Breaker - this archival program takes a closer look at the acting and fighting careers of Billy Chow, who has a memorable role in Dragons Forever. In English and Cantonese, with English subtitles where necessary. (35 min Kick Fighter - in this archival program, Andy Cheng explains how he entered the film business and discusses his fighting style. There are also some very interesting comments about his collaborations with Jackie Chan. In English. (39 min) Beyond Gravity - in this archival program, martial arts/background performer Joe Eigo discusses the enormous impact Bruce Lee's films had on him and his eventual transition to the film business. In English. (13 min)

Release: April 13, 2021

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Fully Restored in 3-D by 3-D Film Archive! When an emperor s son is accused of treason against the throne, he ends up in a fight for his life against all comers. Directed by Mei-Chun Chang (Revenge of the Shogun Women), this pop-out martial-arts spectacular stars Bobby Ming, Tao-Liang Tan, Kang Chin, David Wei Tang and Ying Bai, who was given an award for Best Supporting Actor at the 1977 Golden Horse Film Festival. This special edition is the first 3-D Film Archive release in Compatible 3-D, so you can view it on any system. The package has both BD3D polarized AND anaglyphic (red/cyan) 3-D versions, and contains one pair of anaglyphic 3-D glasses with information on how to acquire additional glasses. Special Features: -The House of Terror - Restored 1953 3-D Comic Book -Two Stereo Slide Presentations from 10-Time Emmy Award Winning Writer Eric Drysdale: 'Sold on Stereo, Commercial 3D in the 1950s' and 'Inside a Mid-century Department Store' -'Go Away I Like You Too Much' 3-D Music Video from The Simple Carnival by Jeff Boller -Super-Touch Lens System Featurette by 3-D Expert Mike Ballew, Produced by Joe Tiberio -Restored 4 channel Quadrophonic Sound -1 Pair of Anaglyphic 3-D Glasses with Information on How to Acquire Additional Glasses -Dual-Layered BD50 Disc -Optional English Subtitles

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: August 25, 2026

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* The peaceful animals of a Taiwanese forest live in harmony until a pack of wolves launches a brutal attack. Uncle Deer sacrifices himself defending the community and sends word to his son, the Deer Warrior. But the Deer Warrior is locked in a rivalry with Elk over the affections of the beautiful Miss Deer, a conflict stoked by the scheming Erotic Fox, who conspires with the wolves' leader. Incorporating elements from Aesop's Fables and performed entirely by live-action actors in animal costumes, this extraordinary Taiwanese-language fantasy from critic-turned-filmmaker Chang Ying was shot in the mountains of Beitou and is widely read as a political allegory of Taiwan under martial law. Restored in 2K by the Taiwan Film and Audiovisual Institute from a 35mm duplicate negative as part of the Taiwan Film Project, initiated by Taiwan's Ministry of Culture. Bonus Features: 1. A Deer in the Ruins of Paradise - On The Fantasy of the Deer Warrior. 32-page essay 2. Photo and Poster Gallery 3. Audio commentary with Patrick von Sychowski (Cultpix) and Shih-Ching Tsou (Director/Writer/Producer - Left-Handed Girl) 4. Taiwanese Cinema in the Sixties. Video essay by Adrian Smith

Release: November 7, 2023

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Originally tapped as a potential successor to Bruce Lee, Hong Kong martial-arts phenom Jackie Chan soon established his own unique screen persona, blending goofball slapstick and bone-crunching kung fu into intricate feats of supercharged athleticism. Tracing his rise from breakout star to full-fledged auteur, these six unabashedly silly, unstoppably entertaining early-career highlights find Chan refining the lovably mischievous image that would make him a global icon, while also assuming greater creative control over his projects—first as his own martial-arts choreographer, and later as a writer-director who set a thrilling new standard for daredevil action comedy. FOUR-BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES 2K digital restorations of Spiritual Kung Fu, The Fearless Hyena, Fearless Hyena II, The Young Master, and My Lucky Stars and high-definition digital restoration of Half a Loaf of Kung Fu, with uncompressed monaural soundtracks Alternate stereo and 5.1 surround Cantonese soundtracks Classic English-dubbed tracks for Half a Loaf of Kung Fu, Spiritual Kung Fu, The Fearless Hyena, and Fearless Hyena II, plus an English-dubbed alternate track for Fearless Hyena II Contemporary English-dubbed tracks for The Young Master and My Lucky Stars New audio commentaries for The Fearless Hyena and The Young Master featuring Hong Kong cinema expert and producer Frank Djeng (Enter the Clones of Bruce) Interview with author Grady Hendrix (These Fists Break Bricks) about actor-director Jackie Chan Archival interviews with Chan, actor-director Sammo Hung, actors Michiko Nishiwaki and Hwang In-shik, and more The Young Master promo reel from the 1980 Cannes Film Festival and deleted scenes from the film Interview from 2005 with Hong Kong cinema critic Paul Fonoroff about producer-director Lo Wei NG shots from The Young Master and My Lucky Stars Trailers New English subtitle translations PLUS: An essay by Alex Pappademas

Release: February 8, 2022

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THE MARTIAL ARTS CULT CLASSIC FROM THE SHAW BROTHERS STUDIO! Another cult classic from the Shaw Brothers Studio, The Flag of Iron is a quintessential Hong Kong tale of rivals, betrayal and family feuds. When the master of the Iron Flag clan is killed by a mysterious assassin known only as Spearman, it sets off an explosive chain of events which pits two brothers against each other in an action-packed adventure of fist flying fury. Directed by Cheh Chang (The One-Armed Swordsman, Five Venoms), this kinetic and highly influential Kung Fu picture, mixes traditional storytelling with more modern presentation techniques, layering acrobatics, the use exotic weaponry and quick as lightening fight sequences to produce a sure fire entertaining hit, which no serious collector of martial arts movies can be without. SPECIAL FEATURES: High Definition (1080p) Presentation in 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio 2.0 DTS-HD MA English Soundtrack 2.0 DTS-HD MA Mandarin Soundtrack with newly translated English Subtitles Audio Commentary by Mike Leeder and Arne Venema

Release: August 9, 2022

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THESE EXPERT KILLERS HAVE THE ULTIMATE DEATH WEAPON Follow up to Master of the Flying Guillotine, cited as one of Quentin Tarantino's favourite movies, FLYING GUILLOTINE 2 AKA PALACE CARNAGE continues in the same vein as the original with its visceral mix of martial arts expertise and weapons-grade violence. To fight against the evil emperor's reign of terror outlaw rebel Ma Teng joins a group of female freedom fighters, however, she soon finds herself embroiled not just in a battle with enemy forces but also in with group leader's torn family loyalties. Brutal, fast and furious FLYING GUILLOTINE 2 is an even more off-kilter Shaw Brothers entry than usual, containing familiar tropes as well as unique elements, it is arguably the best of the Flying Guillotine sequels, rolling along at an impressively enjoyable pace. BONUS FEATURES High Definition (1080p) Presentation in 1.85:1 Aspect Ratio 2.0 DTS-HD MA English Soundtrack 2.0 DTS-HD MA Mandarin Soundtrack with newly translated English Subtitles Audio commentary with Asian cinema experts Mike Leeder and Arne Venema Hong Kong Trailer Reversible Sleeve

Release: August 15, 2023

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This spectacular box set comprises 12 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Sammo Hung (Wheels on Meals), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), and David Chiang (The Boxer from Shantung). Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Lady of Steel: Cheng Pei-pei was Hong Kong's first and most celebrated queen of kung fu because her performances set all the standards for future female martial arts stars like Michelle Yeoh. Lady Of Steel is a high-plains-drifter adventure where Cheng Pei-pei plays a swordswoman on a mission: to find the bandits that killed her parents and save the country from foreign invaders. Brothers Five: Years before he was to become famous for directing Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Jackie Chan in New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei teamed with superstar swordswoman Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) for this action thriller of brotherly love…and death. She stars as Yen Lai, the one woman who can reunite the Kao brothers to rid the Teng Lung Manor of killers—as well as take revenge for their father's murder. The Crimson Charm: Huang Feng both writes and directs this "Martial Arts World" thriller of a noble swordsman and a one-armed swordswoman up against the vicious Crimson Charm gang of thieves and cutthroats. The lovely and lethal Ivy Ling Po teams with the amazing Chang I for a classic tale of good versus evil in which the best man—and one-armed woman—wins. The Shadow Whip: This top-ten box office hit reunites the star duo from Come Drink with Me in another classic action adventure. Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) radiates her trademark charm while wielding the deadly title weapon, which is implicated in multiple murders and a major heist. Whether single-handedly fighting sixteen bandits or avenging her father's brutal death, she demonstrates why she was Hong Kong's number one swordswoman—and no slouch with the whip either! The Delightful Forest Co-directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-li, and written by Ni Kuang, Chang Cheh and Chin Shu-Mei, The Delightful Forest revolves around the legendary hero Wu Sung (Ti Lung), who was sent to the prison in the Meng province after murdering his sister-in-law and a local ruffian. There he was acquainted with the prison officer "Golden Eye" Shih En (Tien Ching), who saved Wu from the baton punishment required for new prisoners. Wu found out that Shih's restaurant, "Delightful Forest," was taken by the local thug "Door God" Chiang Chung (Chu Mu). The Devil's Mirror: This is Sun Chung's very first film for the Shaw Brothers, making it especially interesting and important. He hit the ground running with this action-filled tale of a "Devil Girl" who is setting one clan against another to get her hands on two amazing mirrors with supernatural powers. Only a noble swordsman (played by Lau Dan) and beautiful swordswoman (played by The Thundering Sword star Shu Pei-pei) can stop her. Man of Iron: Chen Kuan-tai exuded incredible power on screen, which his directors used to great advantage in this fight-filled follow-up to the smash hit The Boxer from Shantung. The only thing Chou Lien Huan does wrong is win some money gambling with a Shanghai gang leader's playboy son…but that's enough for the father and child to want obsessive revenge. It all culminates in an incredible climatic fight, choreographed by the legendary Lau Kar-leung and Chan Chuen, co-star of Bruce Lee's Fist of Fury. The Water Margin: The Chang Cheh-directed The Water Margin is the martial arts epic of epics…of epics. Based on the true legend of how 108 rebel heroes living in the mountains were able to repeatedly defeat invading Sung armies, the film starred just about anyone who was a name at Shaw Brothers at the time, like David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai and Ti Lung. The primitive battles ultimately end in sharp, visually effective images of death and defeat. This is a must-see for any movie fan. The Bride from Hell: Never marry a possessed woman…especially one possessed by the spirit of a girl murdered by the uncle of the groom! That is the moral of this fascinating production, released a full two years before the international success of The Exorcist. Justice must be done and an exorcism, Hong Kong-style, must be performed before anyone can rest in peace. Talented Margaret Hsing Hui makes a fetching spirit in this mystery thriller that also incorporates a laugh or two amidst the chills. Heroes Two: Of the dozens of great martial arts movies made by this prolific and respected director, this tale of legendary Shaolin avengers Fang Shih-yu and Hung Hsi-kuan is often considered one of his best. His collaboration with equally renowned kung fu choreographer Lar Kar-leung was apparent in all the performances, but especially with that of charismatic, capable, then 19-year-old Alexander Fu Sheng. This powerful production is a true landmark in kung fu film history. The Flying Guillotine: Director Ho Meng-hua attained cult status among Western kung fu film fans with The Flying Guillotine. One of the Shaw Brothers' biggest martial arts stars, Chen Kuan-tai, plays the leader of a group of killers, commissioned by the Ching Emperor to use a deadly, beheading weapon to assassinate dissidents. Although based on a true story, the film's weapon was a complete fabrication because in real life, no one ever survived to tell what the actual weapon really looked like. The Dragon Missle: The many fans of the internationally popular Flying Guillotine films and international star Lo Lieh (King Boxer) will love this movie, featuring some of the most exciting martial arts machinery ever conceived. Everybody's fighting for a special elixir and the title tool—an ultra—cool flying boomerang with blades. There are double crosses and ambushes galore before the culminating clash of sizzling steel that must be seen to be believed. Bonus Content: Disc 1 - Lady of Steel: Audio Commentary by Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 2 - Brothers Five: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicks Audio Commentary by Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 3 - The Crimson Charm: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 4 - The Shadow Whip: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Celestial Trailer Disc 5 - Delightful Forest: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 6 - The Devil's Mirror: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 7 - Man of Iron: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of This Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) An Iron Will—Meredith Lewis, Author of Ask for the Moon: Innovation at Shaw Brothers Studios, A 77-Minute Documentary on The Genesis, Rise, Peak and Fall of the Shaw Brothers Movie Empire Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 8 - The Water Margin: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema blog) The Master: Chang Cheh Elegant Trails: Ti Lung Elegant Trails: David Chiang Extended Love Scene Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer TV S pot for the U.S. release Seven Blows of the Dragon Disc 9 - The Bride from Hell: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks A More Traditional Terror: Hong Kong Film Historian Tony Rayns Talks Shaw Brothers Horror Films Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 10 - Heroes Two: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 11 - The Flying Guillotine: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of These Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Flying Without Wings: Actor Kai Kang Shares His Memories of Working with the Studio in His First Ever On-Camera Interview Dubbing Delirium: Joseph Ellison, Dubbing Artist on Flying Guillotine for Its U.S. Release, Reflects on the Early Kung-Fu Film Boom Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 12 - The Dragon Missile: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Cutting Comments: Jim Marcovic, Editor of Many Martial Arts Trailers for U.S. Cinemas During The 70s and 80s, Speaks About the Kung Fu Film Boom Trailers For Shaw Brothers Classics Volume 1 and the Brave Archer Collection (The Jade Raksha, Little Dragon Maiden, Killer Darts, The Flying Dagger, Dragon Swamp, The Brave Archer and His Mate, The Bells of Death, The Sword of Swords, The Invincible Fist Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Shaw Brothers Classics: Volume Two [Blu-ray]

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: September 6, 2016

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Product Description Retired Special Agent Ding (Sammo Hung) makes a home in a quiet village on the Russia / China border. He befriends a young girl whose father, in debt with the mob, disappears - leaving her in Ding s care. Now he must recall his superior strategic and tactical skills to save both their lives. BONUS FEATURES Making Of Trailer Language: Cantonese (original) Subtitles: English and Chinese Review "A tour-de-force of action directing" --Asian Film Strike [Hung] fills the screen with pathos and force" --V Cinema See more

Release: November 7, 2023

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Originally tapped as a potential successor to Bruce Lee, Hong Kong martial-arts phenom Jackie Chan soon established his own unique screen persona, blending goofball slapstick and bone-crunching kung fu into intricate feats of supercharged athleticism. Tracing his rise from breakout star to full-fledged auteur, these six unabashedly silly, unstoppably entertaining early-career highlights find Chan refining the lovably mischievous image that would make him a global icon, while also assuming greater creative control over his projects—first as his own martial-arts choreographer, and later as a writer-director who set a thrilling new standard for daredevil action comedy. FOUR-BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES 2K digital restorations of Spiritual Kung Fu, The Fearless Hyena, Fearless Hyena II, The Young Master, and My Lucky Stars and high-definition digital restoration of Half a Loaf of Kung Fu, with uncompressed monaural soundtracks Alternate stereo and 5.1 surround Cantonese soundtracks Classic English-dubbed tracks for Half a Loaf of Kung Fu, Spiritual Kung Fu, The Fearless Hyena, and Fearless Hyena II, plus an English-dubbed alternate track for Fearless Hyena II Contemporary English-dubbed tracks for The Young Master and My Lucky Stars New audio commentaries for The Fearless Hyena and The Young Master featuring Hong Kong cinema expert and producer Frank Djeng (Enter the Clones of Bruce) Interview with author Grady Hendrix (These Fists Break Bricks) about actor-director Jackie Chan Archival interviews with Chan, actor-director Sammo Hung, actors Michiko Nishiwaki and Hwang In-shik, and more The Young Master promo reel from the 1980 Cannes Film Festival and deleted scenes from the film Interview from 2005 with Hong Kong cinema critic Paul Fonoroff about producer-director Lo Wei NG shots from The Young Master and My Lucky Stars Trailers New English subtitle translations PLUS: An essay by Alex Pappademas

Release: August 15, 2023

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This spectacular box set comprises 12 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Sammo Hung (Wheels on Meals), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), and David Chiang (The Boxer from Shantung). Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Lady of Steel: Cheng Pei-pei was Hong Kong's first and most celebrated queen of kung fu because her performances set all the standards for future female martial arts stars like Michelle Yeoh. Lady Of Steel is a high-plains-drifter adventure where Cheng Pei-pei plays a swordswoman on a mission: to find the bandits that killed her parents and save the country from foreign invaders. Brothers Five: Years before he was to become famous for directing Bruce Lee in Fist of Fury and Jackie Chan in New Fist of Fury, Lo Wei teamed with superstar swordswoman Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) for this action thriller of brotherly love…and death. She stars as Yen Lai, the one woman who can reunite the Kao brothers to rid the Teng Lung Manor of killers—as well as take revenge for their father's murder. The Crimson Charm: Huang Feng both writes and directs this "Martial Arts World" thriller of a noble swordsman and a one-armed swordswoman up against the vicious Crimson Charm gang of thieves and cutthroats. The lovely and lethal Ivy Ling Po teams with the amazing Chang I for a classic tale of good versus evil in which the best man—and one-armed woman—wins. The Shadow Whip: This top-ten box office hit reunites the star duo from Come Drink with Me in another classic action adventure. Cheng Pei-pei (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) radiates her trademark charm while wielding the deadly title weapon, which is implicated in multiple murders and a major heist. Whether single-handedly fighting sixteen bandits or avenging her father's brutal death, she demonstrates why she was Hong Kong's number one swordswoman—and no slouch with the whip either! The Delightful Forest Co-directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-li, and written by Ni Kuang, Chang Cheh and Chin Shu-Mei, The Delightful Forest revolves around the legendary hero Wu Sung (Ti Lung), who was sent to the prison in the Meng province after murdering his sister-in-law and a local ruffian. There he was acquainted with the prison officer "Golden Eye" Shih En (Tien Ching), who saved Wu from the baton punishment required for new prisoners. Wu found out that Shih's restaurant, "Delightful Forest," was taken by the local thug "Door God" Chiang Chung (Chu Mu). The Devil's Mirror: This is Sun Chung's very first film for the Shaw Brothers, making it especially interesting and important. He hit the ground running with this action-filled tale of a "Devil Girl" who is setting one clan against another to get her hands on two amazing mirrors with supernatural powers. Only a noble swordsman (played by Lau Dan) and beautiful swordswoman (played by The Thundering Sword star Shu Pei-pei) can stop her. Man of Iron: Chen Kuan-tai exuded incredible power on screen, which his directors used to great advantage in this fight-filled follow-up to the smash hit The Boxer from Shantung. The only thing Chou Lien Huan does wrong is win some money gambling with a Shanghai gang leader's playboy son…but that's enough for the father and child to want obsessive revenge. It all culminates in an incredible climatic fight, choreographed by the legendary Lau Kar-leung and Chan Chuen, co-star of Bruce Lee's Fist of Fury. The Water Margin: The Chang Cheh-directed The Water Margin is the martial arts epic of epics…of epics. Based on the true legend of how 108 rebel heroes living in the mountains were able to repeatedly defeat invading Sung armies, the film starred just about anyone who was a name at Shaw Brothers at the time, like David Chiang, Chen Kuan-tai and Ti Lung. The primitive battles ultimately end in sharp, visually effective images of death and defeat. This is a must-see for any movie fan. The Bride from Hell: Never marry a possessed woman…especially one possessed by the spirit of a girl murdered by the uncle of the groom! That is the moral of this fascinating production, released a full two years before the international success of The Exorcist. Justice must be done and an exorcism, Hong Kong-style, must be performed before anyone can rest in peace. Talented Margaret Hsing Hui makes a fetching spirit in this mystery thriller that also incorporates a laugh or two amidst the chills. Heroes Two: Of the dozens of great martial arts movies made by this prolific and respected director, this tale of legendary Shaolin avengers Fang Shih-yu and Hung Hsi-kuan is often considered one of his best. His collaboration with equally renowned kung fu choreographer Lar Kar-leung was apparent in all the performances, but especially with that of charismatic, capable, then 19-year-old Alexander Fu Sheng. This powerful production is a true landmark in kung fu film history. The Flying Guillotine: Director Ho Meng-hua attained cult status among Western kung fu film fans with The Flying Guillotine. One of the Shaw Brothers' biggest martial arts stars, Chen Kuan-tai, plays the leader of a group of killers, commissioned by the Ching Emperor to use a deadly, beheading weapon to assassinate dissidents. Although based on a true story, the film's weapon was a complete fabrication because in real life, no one ever survived to tell what the actual weapon really looked like. The Dragon Missle: The many fans of the internationally popular Flying Guillotine films and international star Lo Lieh (King Boxer) will love this movie, featuring some of the most exciting martial arts machinery ever conceived. Everybody's fighting for a special elixir and the title tool—an ultra—cool flying boomerang with blades. There are double crosses and ambushes galore before the culminating clash of sizzling steel that must be seen to be believed. Bonus Content: Disc 1 - Lady of Steel: Audio Commentary by Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 2 - Brothers Five: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicks Audio Commentary by Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 3 - The Crimson Charm: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 4 - The Shadow Whip: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Celestial Trailer Disc 5 - Delightful Forest: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with Cult Film Critic Ian Jane Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Celestial Trailer Disc 6 - The Devil's Mirror: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Original Theatrical Trailer Disc 7 - Man of Iron: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of This Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) An Iron Will—Meredith Lewis, Author of Ask for the Moon: Innovation at Shaw Brothers Studios, A 77-Minute Documentary on The Genesis, Rise, Peak and Fall of the Shaw Brothers Movie Empire Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 8 - The Water Margin: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema blog) The Master: Chang Cheh Elegant Trails: Ti Lung Elegant Trails: David Chiang Extended Love Scene Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer TV S pot for the U.S. release Seven Blows of the Dragon Disc 9 - The Bride from Hell: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks A More Traditional Terror: Hong Kong Film Historian Tony Rayns Talks Shaw Brothers Horror Films Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 10 - Heroes Two: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts Film Original Theatrical Trailer German Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 11 - The Flying Guillotine: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Audio Commentary with Chris Poggiali, Co-Author of These Fists Break Bricks and Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog) Flying Without Wings: Actor Kai Kang Shares His Memories of Working with the Studio in His First Ever On-Camera Interview Dubbing Delirium: Joseph Ellison, Dubbing Artist on Flying Guillotine for Its U.S. Release, Reflects on the Early Kung-Fu Film Boom Original Theatrical Trailer Celestial Trailer Disc 12 - The Dragon Missile: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dub Mono DTS-HD Master Audio Audio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at easternKicks Cutting Comments: Jim Marcovic, Editor of Many Martial Arts Trailers for U.S. Cinemas During The 70s and 80s, Speaks About the Kung Fu Film Boom Trailers For Shaw Brothers Classics Volume 1 and the Brave Archer Collection (The Jade Raksha, Little Dragon Maiden, Killer Darts, The Flying Dagger, Dragon Swamp, The Brave Archer and His Mate, The Bells of Death, The Sword of Swords, The Invincible Fist Top About this item Similar From the Brand Reviews Shaw Brothers Classics: Volume Two [Blu-ray]

Release: June 7, 2022

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Product Description THE LEGENDARY SHAW BROTHERS GRISLY TAKE ON THE SERIAL KILLER GENRE IN THEIR INIMITABLE HONG KONG STYLE! Though featuring the Shaw Brothers custom brand of martial arts mayhem, HUMAN LANTERNS also taps into the early 80s craze for the American slasher film and the earlier Hammer horrors by providing a grisly take on the serial killer feature in an inimitable Hong Kong style. When an unbalanced craftsman decides to get revenge on two Kung Fu masters by creating special lanterns constructed from the human skin of their dead relatives, all hell breaks loose in this gruesome tale of bloody retribution. Taking its inspiration from movies like Psycho and real cases like Ed Gein, HUMAN LANTERNS is clearly not for the faint-hearted with its over the top gore and sadistic qualities but this slice of darker than dark fantasy still manages to be both wonderfully horrible and impressively entertaining. SPECIAL FEATURES: High Definition (1080p) Presentation in 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio 2.0 DTS-HD MA Mandarin Soundtrack with newly translated English Subtitles Audio commentary by Kenneth Brorsson and Phil Gillon of the Podcast On Fire Network A Shaw Story - an Interview with Susan Shaw The Beauty and the Beasts - An Interview with Linda Chu Lau Wing - The Ambiguous Hero Original Trailer Review Human Lanterns has got enough action, chaos and carnage to make it worth a look. --Ian Jane, Rock! Shock! Pop!

Release: July 28, 2026

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Equally wealthy Master Tan and Master Lung are both competing to be honored at the upcoming festival of lanterns. When Tan presents Lung with his ornately crafted lantern, Lung realizes that to best his rival, he must create an even more beautiful lantern. Lung engages the strange craftsman Chao Fang, imploring him to create the most sensational lantern ever seen. Fang agrees on the condition that his work be conducted in complete secrecy. Soon, panic sets in throughout the region as beautiful young women start to go missing, their skinned corpses discovered thereafter. Is Chao Fang, in fact, a deranged maniac, or has an even more diabolical plot been put into effect? A cornerstone film in the Shaw Brothers’ unique approach in combining traditional wuxia and kung-fu filmmaking tropes with incredibly bloody, weird, and stylish 1980s horror, prolific director Chung Sun’s (Revenge of the Corpse) notorious 1982 shocker HUMAN LANTERNS takes grisly brutality to new heights as its squirm-inducing ‘skin peeling’ sequences still have the power to shock more than 40 years later. Starring action superstars Tony Liu (The Way of the Dragon), Chen Kuan-Tai (The Man with the Iron Fists), and Lo Lieh (The 36th Chamber of Shaolin) and featuring stunningly colorful scope photography by An-Sung Tsao (Sex Beyond the Grave), Vinegar Syndrome is delighted to bring this one-of-a-kind thriller to 4K UHD, newly and exclusively restored from its original camera negative and presented in its longest and most complete version ever on video, including extended gore sequences never before available on disc, along with a never-on-video alternate ending present only in the Cantonese export version! Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Presented in two versions, in its original Mandarin language track and a Cantonese language dub track, both featuring newly translated English subtitles 5. Commentary with film historian Samm Deighan 6. Commentary with Kenneth Brorsson and Phil Gillon of the Podcast on Fire Network 7. "The End Justifies the Means" (24 min) - an interview with actor Lau Wing (courtesy of Arnaud Lanuque) 8. "A Fairy in Hell" (15 min) - an interview with actress Linda Chu (courtesy of Arnaud Lanuque) 9. "A Shaw Story" (14 min) - an interview with actress Susan Shaw (courtesy of Frédéric Ambroisine) 10. "A Skinning Team: Peeling Back the Layers of Action" (10 min) - a new video essay by film programmer Kenji McGuire 11. Trailer 12. Reversible sleeve artwork 13. Newly translated English subtitles

Release: July 28, 2026

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*This listing is for the standard edition version and does NOT come with a limited edition slipcase!* Vinegar Syndrome specializes in the masterful restoration and distribution of cult, horror, and erotic films from the 1960s-90s. Equally wealthy Master Tan and Master Lung are both competing to be honored at the upcoming festival of lanterns. When Tan presents Lung with his ornately crafted lantern, Lung realizes that to best his rival, he must create an even more beautiful lantern. Lung engages the strange craftsman Chao Fang, imploring him to create the most sensational lantern ever seen. Fang agrees on the condition that his work be conducted in complete secrecy. Soon, panic sets in throughout the region as beautiful young women start to go missing, their skinned corpses discovered thereafter. Is Chao Fang, in fact, a deranged maniac, or has an even more diabolical plot been put into effect? A cornerstone film in the Shaw Brothers’ unique approach in combining traditional wuxia and kung-fu filmmaking tropes with incredibly bloody, weird, and stylish 1980s horror, prolific director Chung Sun’s (Revenge of the Corpse) notorious 1982 shocker HUMAN LANTERNS takes grisly brutality to new heights as its squirm-inducing ‘skin peeling’ sequences still have the power to shock more than 40 years later. Starring action superstars Tony Liu (The Way of the Dragon), Chen Kuan-Tai (The Man with the Iron Fists), and Lo Lieh (The 36th Chamber of Shaolin) and featuring stunningly colorful scope photography by An-Sung Tsao (Sex Beyond the Grave), Vinegar Syndrome is delighted to bring this one-of-a-kind thriller to 4K UHD, newly and exclusively restored from its original camera negative and presented in its longest and most complete version ever on video, including extended gore sequences never before available on disc, along with a never-on-video alternate ending present only in the Cantonese export version! Bonus Features: 1. 2-disc Set: 4K Ultra HD / Region A Blu-ray 2. 4K UHD presented in Dolby Vision High-Dynamic-Range 3. Newly scanned & restored in 4K from its 35mm original camera negative 4. Presented in two versions, in its original Mandarin language track and a Cantonese language dub track, both featuring newly translated English subtitles 5. Commentary with film historian Samm Deighan 6. Commentary with Kenneth Brorsson and Phil Gillon of the Podcast on Fire Network 7. "The End Justifies the Means" (24 min) - an interview with actor Lau Wing (courtesy of Arnaud Lanuque) 8. "A Fairy in Hell" (15 min) - an interview with actress Linda Chu (courtesy of Arnaud Lanuque) 9. "A Shaw Story" (14 min) - an interview with actress Susan Shaw (courtesy of Frédéric Ambroisine) 10. "A Skinning Team: Peeling Back the Layers of Action" (10 min) - a new video essay by film programmer Kenji McGuire 11. Trailer 12. Reversible sleeve artwork 13. Newly translated English subtitles

Release: February 16, 2010

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With Hunger, British filmmaker and artist Steve McQueen has turned one of history’s most controversial acts of political defiance into a jarring, unforgettable cinematic experience. In Northern Ireland’s Maze prison in 1981, twenty-seven-year-old Irish Republican Army member Bobby Sands went on a hunger strike to protest the British government’s refusal to recognize him and his fellow IRA inmates as political prisoners. McQueen dramatizes prison existence and Sands’s final days in a way that is purely experiential, even abstract, a succession of images full of both beauty and horror. Featuring an intense performance by Michael Fassbender, Hunger is an unflinching, transcendent depiction of what a human being is willing to endure to be heard. DIRECTOR-APPROVED BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES New, restored high-definition digital transfer, approved by director Steve McQueen, with DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack Video interviews with McQueen and actor Michael Fassbender A short documentary on the making of Hunger, including interviews with McQueen, Fassbender, actors Liam Cunningham, Stuart Graham, and Brian Milligan, writer Enda Walsh, and producer Robin Gutch “The Provo’s Last Card?,” a 1981 episode of the BBC program Panorama, about the Maze prison hunger strikes and the political and civilian reactions across Northern Ireland Theatrical trailer English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing PLUS: A new essay by film critic Chris Darke

Release: September 20, 2016

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Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo, and Raphael are back to battle bigger, badder villains, alongside April O'Neil (Megan Fox), Vern Fenwick (Will Arnett), and a newcomer: the hockey-masked vigilante Casey Jones (Stephen Amell). After supervillain Shredder escapes custody, he joins forces with mad scientist Baxter Stockman (Tyler Perry) and two dimwitted henchmen, Bebop (Gary Anthony Williams) and Rocksteady (WWE Superstar Stephen "Sheamus" Farrelly), to unleash a diabolical plan to take over the world. As the Turtles prepare to take on Shredder and his new crew, they find themselves facing an even greater evil with similar intentions: the notorious Krang. CREDITS: Actors: Megan Fox, Will Arnett, Laura Linney, Stephen Amell Directors: Dave Greeen FEATURES: Format: 4K, Color, Widescreen Region: Region A/1 (Read more about DVD/Blu-ray formats.) Number of discs: 2 Rated: PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned Studio: Paramount DVD Release Date: September 20, 2016 Run Time: 112 minutes Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows

Release: November 8, 2016

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Set in a future where the Capitol selects a boy and girl from the twelve districts to fight to the death on live television, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her younger sister's place for the latest match.

Release: February 13, 2024

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In this return to The Hunger Games, years before he would become the tyrannical President of Panem, 18-year-old Coriolanus Snow sees a chance for a change in fortunes when he is chosen to be mentor to Lucy Gray Baird, the girl tribute from impoverished District 12.

Release: February 13, 2024

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In this return to The Hunger Games, years before he would become the tyrannical President of Panem, 18-year-old Coriolanus Snow sees a chance for a change in fortunes when he is chosen to be mentor to Lucy Gray Baird, the girl tribute from impoverished District 12.

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Katniss Everdeen volunteers for a televised fight to the death that exposes the cruelty of Panem’s regime.

Release: November 8, 2016

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Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games. She senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as the next Hunger Games is prepared?a competition that could change Panem forever.

Release: March 7, 2014

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Product Description Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games. She senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as the next Hunger Games is prepared?a competition that could change Panem forever. Amazon.com When it comes to blockbuster franchises, the first sequel frequently offers pumped-up versions of the initial thrills--to diminishing results. Catching Fire, however, the second adaptation drawn from Suzanne Collins's Hunger Games trilogy, defies that trend with more finely drawn relationships. With the 74th Games in the history books, Katniss (Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence, as comfortable in warrior garb as in designer couture) and Peeta (Josh Hutcherson, better than ever) set out on a victory tour across Panem with Haymitch (Woody Harrelson) and Effie (Elizabeth Banks). Despite her best efforts to feign romance with her co-competitor and to keep posttraumatic stress at bay, President Snow (Donald Sutherland) fears that Katniss's defiant nature will incite rebellion, so he takes a tip from new gamemaker Plutarch (Philip Seymour Hoffman) and launches a Quarter Quell in which past champions, such as the hilariously bitter Johanna (Jena Malone) and the deceptively arrogant Finnick (Sam Claflin), will fight to the death. Not all tributes are quite so young, like Mags (Lynn Cohen), a senior citizen who suits up for battle and establishes a touching bond with Finnick (Jeffrey Wright and Amanda Plummer play the craftiest teammates). Until the cliffhanger ending, director Francis Lawrence (I Am Legend) serves up an array of splendors, from killer baboons to the ever-amazing outfits of Effie and Caesar (Stanley Tucci). Most significantly, the script from cowriter Simon Beaufoy (Slumdog Millionaire) strengthens the bonds between Katniss and Peeta and Gale (Liam Hemsworth), who prove themselves more worthy than ever of Katniss's affections. --Kathleen C. Fennessy