When it comes to making features like this one, i love the idea of coming up with my own personal “100 Great Kung Fu Movies” of all time. It is tough choosing just 100 because you know there are many more great Kung Fu movies that are not on the list.
I have decided that to make the list, a movie must have a few hand to hand moments during fight scenes in the movies chosen. If for example its mainly sword play with one fight scene hand to hand it won’t make the list. Its old school “style” Kung Fu movies, not modern day settings.
I understand everyone will have their own personal favorites and some may not agree with my list and that’s fine because it’s nice to have different opinions on this genre which keeps it fresh and alive when having good debates.
Anyway, thank you...
I have decided that to make the list, a movie must have a few hand to hand moments during fight scenes in the movies chosen. If for example its mainly sword play with one fight scene hand to hand it won’t make the list. Its old school “style” Kung Fu movies, not modern day settings.
I understand everyone will have their own personal favorites and some may not agree with my list and that’s fine because it’s nice to have different opinions on this genre which keeps it fresh and alive when having good debates.
Anyway, thank you...
- 7/7/2015
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
We return with another edition of the Indie Spotlight, highlighting the recent independent horror news sent our way. Today’s feature includes a trailer for ZombieWorld, casting updates on The Private Eye and Desolation, DVD release details announced for Fantasm, a teaser poster from One Night of Fear, a Q&A with writer, Duncan Ralston, and much more:
ZombieWorld Trailer and DVD Release Details: “ZombieWorld is a horror anthology focusing on survivors across the world as they struggle to overcome horrifying circumstances when a pandemic brings forth a zombie apocalypse. The collection of blood, guts and mayhem will be brought to life by a group of new and up-and-coming directors from around the world that Ruthless Pictures and Dread Central will handpick from short film entries received between April 21, 2014 and May 30, 2014 on Dread Central.com. The work of each chosen director will be featured in the film and will bring...
ZombieWorld Trailer and DVD Release Details: “ZombieWorld is a horror anthology focusing on survivors across the world as they struggle to overcome horrifying circumstances when a pandemic brings forth a zombie apocalypse. The collection of blood, guts and mayhem will be brought to life by a group of new and up-and-coming directors from around the world that Ruthless Pictures and Dread Central will handpick from short film entries received between April 21, 2014 and May 30, 2014 on Dread Central.com. The work of each chosen director will be featured in the film and will bring...
- 11/16/2014
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
The following is a list of all comic books, graphic novels and specialty items that will be available this week and shipped to comic book stores who have placed orders for them.
Abstract Studios
Strangers In Paradise Omnibus Sc (Previews Exclusive Edition), $100.00
Alternative Comics
Outliers #1, $5.00
Archie Comic Publications
Betty And Veronica #267 (Dan Parent Regular Cover), $2.99
Betty And Veronica #267 (Fiona Staples Variant Cover), $2.99
Sonic Super Digest #4, $3.99
Sonic Universe #55 (Sega Variant Cover), $2.99
Sonic Universe #55 (Tracy Yardley Regular Cover), $2.99
World Of Archie Double Digest #31, $3.99
Aspen Comics
Soulfire Volume 4 #6 (Cover A Mike DeBalfo), $3.99
Soulfire Volume 4 #6 (Cover B Nei Ruffino), $3.99
Asylum Press
Fearless Dawn In Outer Space (One Shot), $3.99
Avatar Press
Crossed Badlands #35 (Gabriel Andrade Wraparound Cover), $3.99
Crossed Badlands #35 (Michael Dipascale Torture Cover), $3.99
Crossed Badlands #35 (Miguel Ruiz Red Crossed Incentive Cover), Ar
Crossed Badlands #35 (Miguel Ruiz Regular Cover), $3.99
Night Of The Living Dead Aftermath #10 (German Erramousepe Wraparound Cover), $3.99
Night Of The Living Dead Aftermath #10 (Jacen...
Abstract Studios
Strangers In Paradise Omnibus Sc (Previews Exclusive Edition), $100.00
Alternative Comics
Outliers #1, $5.00
Archie Comic Publications
Betty And Veronica #267 (Dan Parent Regular Cover), $2.99
Betty And Veronica #267 (Fiona Staples Variant Cover), $2.99
Sonic Super Digest #4, $3.99
Sonic Universe #55 (Sega Variant Cover), $2.99
Sonic Universe #55 (Tracy Yardley Regular Cover), $2.99
World Of Archie Double Digest #31, $3.99
Aspen Comics
Soulfire Volume 4 #6 (Cover A Mike DeBalfo), $3.99
Soulfire Volume 4 #6 (Cover B Nei Ruffino), $3.99
Asylum Press
Fearless Dawn In Outer Space (One Shot), $3.99
Avatar Press
Crossed Badlands #35 (Gabriel Andrade Wraparound Cover), $3.99
Crossed Badlands #35 (Michael Dipascale Torture Cover), $3.99
Crossed Badlands #35 (Miguel Ruiz Red Crossed Incentive Cover), Ar
Crossed Badlands #35 (Miguel Ruiz Regular Cover), $3.99
Night Of The Living Dead Aftermath #10 (German Erramousepe Wraparound Cover), $3.99
Night Of The Living Dead Aftermath #10 (Jacen...
- 8/19/2013
- by Adam B.
- GeekRest
The Heroic Ones
Written by Chang Cheh and Ni Kuang
Directed by Chang Cheh
Hong Kong, 1970
Every so often one watches a film that simply must be accepted on its own terms if said viewer is to gain anything out of the experience. It has become all too facile to criticize a film for not being what the viewer wished it had been as opposed to analyzing what it is aspiring to and how. For example, not every single film will abide by the commonly understood principle that the audience needs someone to actively root for, a surrogate, a ‘good guy’ so to speak. A skilled screenwriter, director and cast can produce a solid film which tosses that idea to the wayside. That said, the film still needs to respect its own rules or adhere to some kind of logic, otherwise even the most open minded viewer will start to doubt its quality.
Written by Chang Cheh and Ni Kuang
Directed by Chang Cheh
Hong Kong, 1970
Every so often one watches a film that simply must be accepted on its own terms if said viewer is to gain anything out of the experience. It has become all too facile to criticize a film for not being what the viewer wished it had been as opposed to analyzing what it is aspiring to and how. For example, not every single film will abide by the commonly understood principle that the audience needs someone to actively root for, a surrogate, a ‘good guy’ so to speak. A skilled screenwriter, director and cast can produce a solid film which tosses that idea to the wayside. That said, the film still needs to respect its own rules or adhere to some kind of logic, otherwise even the most open minded viewer will start to doubt its quality.
- 5/11/2013
- by Edgar Chaput
- SoundOnSight
Terence Chang, John Woo, Charlie Coker, Frank Botman, Han Sanping, Zhao Haicheng, Miao Xiaotian and Deng Meng (Director of contracts & cooperation China Film Co.)
Dutch-based strategic investment boutique Cyrte Investments and China Film Co., Ltd. are teaming with legendary action director John Woo (Face Off, Red Cliff, Mission Impossible II) on Flying Tigers, a feature film and six-hour television drama miniseries about a group of American pilots who volunteered to fight under the Chinese flag alongside their Chinese counterparts during WWII.
The project will be a two-part feature film released theatrically in greater China, and additionally crafted into a six-hour television drama miniseries for distribution in the rest of the world. The announcement was made today during the Beijing International Film Festival at a signing ceremony attended by Cyrte CEO Frank Botman, Cfg Chairman Han Sanping and John Woo.
The epic action drama tells the legendary story of the Flying Tigers,...
Dutch-based strategic investment boutique Cyrte Investments and China Film Co., Ltd. are teaming with legendary action director John Woo (Face Off, Red Cliff, Mission Impossible II) on Flying Tigers, a feature film and six-hour television drama miniseries about a group of American pilots who volunteered to fight under the Chinese flag alongside their Chinese counterparts during WWII.
The project will be a two-part feature film released theatrically in greater China, and additionally crafted into a six-hour television drama miniseries for distribution in the rest of the world. The announcement was made today during the Beijing International Film Festival at a signing ceremony attended by Cyrte CEO Frank Botman, Cfg Chairman Han Sanping and John Woo.
The epic action drama tells the legendary story of the Flying Tigers,...
- 4/23/2013
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
With the fabulous extravaganza coming to an end, the 55th Annual Grammy Awards named the year’s big winners during an extremely entertaining presentation at the Staples Center on Sunday (February 10).
Taking home the top prize tonight was Mumford and Sons winning Album of the Year, while other tremendous victors included Adele, The Black Keys, and Carrie Underwood.
While viewers found out who took home the prizes of the night, they were also treated to dazzling performances from Rihanna with Bruno Mars and Sting, along with Miss Undersood, Justin Timberlake, and Taylor Swift.
In addition, Fun. cleaned up by taking home the coveted award for Song of the Year and Best New Artist.
Meanwhile, the complete list of 2013 Grammy Award Winners is as follows:
General Field
Record Of The Year
Lonely Boy - The Black Keys
Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) - Kelly Clarkson
We Are Young - Fun. featuring...
Taking home the top prize tonight was Mumford and Sons winning Album of the Year, while other tremendous victors included Adele, The Black Keys, and Carrie Underwood.
While viewers found out who took home the prizes of the night, they were also treated to dazzling performances from Rihanna with Bruno Mars and Sting, along with Miss Undersood, Justin Timberlake, and Taylor Swift.
In addition, Fun. cleaned up by taking home the coveted award for Song of the Year and Best New Artist.
Meanwhile, the complete list of 2013 Grammy Award Winners is as follows:
General Field
Record Of The Year
Lonely Boy - The Black Keys
Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) - Kelly Clarkson
We Are Young - Fun. featuring...
- 2/11/2013
- GossipCenter
The 55th Grammy Awards have arrived, and music's biggest night promises a ton of trophies, and hopefully some great live performances by today's hottest acts. Who has the best record of 2012? How about the year's best new artist? Stick with Zap2it throughout the night, as we continue updating the list of this year's winners!
All of the award categories are below, with the winners in bold.
Record of the Year"Lonely Boy" by The Black Keys"Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" by Kelly Clarkson"We Are Young" by Fun., featuring Janelle Monáe"Somebody That I Used To Know" by Gotye, featuring Kimbra"Thinkin Bout You" by Frank Ocean"We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" by Taylor Swift
Album of the Year"El Camino" by The Black Keys"Some Nights" by Fun."Babel" by Mumford & Sons"Channel Orange" by Frank Ocean"Blunderbuss" by Jack White
Song of the Year...
All of the award categories are below, with the winners in bold.
Record of the Year"Lonely Boy" by The Black Keys"Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" by Kelly Clarkson"We Are Young" by Fun., featuring Janelle Monáe"Somebody That I Used To Know" by Gotye, featuring Kimbra"Thinkin Bout You" by Frank Ocean"We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" by Taylor Swift
Album of the Year"El Camino" by The Black Keys"Some Nights" by Fun."Babel" by Mumford & Sons"Channel Orange" by Frank Ocean"Blunderbuss" by Jack White
Song of the Year...
- 2/11/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
And the winners of the 2013 Grammy Awards are ... the men. Male artists dominate the nominees in the top categories for the 55th Annual Grammy Awards, announced Wednesday night (Dec. 5).
Topping the list with six nominations each are Jay-z, Kanye West, Fun., Mumford & Sons, Frank Ocean and Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys.
Taylor Swift, whose new album "Red" won't be eligible for consideration until 2014, earned a single nod for Record of the Year with her hit breakup single "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together."
The biggest snubs are teen heartthrobs Justin Bieber and One Direction, who cleaned up at the American Music Awards, and Rihanna. The "Diamonds" singer earned a trio of nods (pop solo performance for her "Where Have You Been," rap-sung collaboration nomination with Jay-z for "Talk That Talk" and short-form music video for "We Found Love") but is Mia from the major categories.
Vying for Album...
Topping the list with six nominations each are Jay-z, Kanye West, Fun., Mumford & Sons, Frank Ocean and Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys.
Taylor Swift, whose new album "Red" won't be eligible for consideration until 2014, earned a single nod for Record of the Year with her hit breakup single "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together."
The biggest snubs are teen heartthrobs Justin Bieber and One Direction, who cleaned up at the American Music Awards, and Rihanna. The "Diamonds" singer earned a trio of nods (pop solo performance for her "Where Have You Been," rap-sung collaboration nomination with Jay-z for "Talk That Talk" and short-form music video for "We Found Love") but is Mia from the major categories.
Vying for Album...
- 12/6/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Chang Chen is one of the best directors in Kung Fu cinema, known as the main man behind many Shaw Brothers classics, Chang Chen always brings blood and guts as well as having a great story line and great characters in his movies.
Some of my favorite movies of he’s are, Vengeance, Boxer From Shantung, Five Venom’s, Shaolin Martial Arts plus many more. He always brought great depth within most of his characters unless he just went all out and wanted a very bloody movie filled with fights. John Woo was also a big fan of Chang’s and also learnt a lot from him working on certain movies. He gave us raw power in terms of the leading males in his movies and with Lau Kar Leung choreographing many of the fight scenes, you know your in for a real treat.
Born:February 10, 1923,Shanghai, China
Died:June 22, 2002 (aged 79), Hong...
Some of my favorite movies of he’s are, Vengeance, Boxer From Shantung, Five Venom’s, Shaolin Martial Arts plus many more. He always brought great depth within most of his characters unless he just went all out and wanted a very bloody movie filled with fights. John Woo was also a big fan of Chang’s and also learnt a lot from him working on certain movies. He gave us raw power in terms of the leading males in his movies and with Lau Kar Leung choreographing many of the fight scenes, you know your in for a real treat.
Born:February 10, 1923,Shanghai, China
Died:June 22, 2002 (aged 79), Hong...
- 11/4/2012
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Ti Lung is probably one of the most famous faces in old school Kung Fu movies, starring in over 100, Lung shows he can stand the test of time and still be watched by millions all over the world.
Name: 狄龍 (狄龙) / Ti Lung (Di Long)
Also known as: Dik Lung / Dick Long / Tommy Tam
Korean name: 적룡 / Juk Ryong
Real name: 譚富榮 (谭富荣) / Tam Fook Wing (Tan Fu Rong)
Profession: Actor
Birthdate: 1946-Aug-03
Birthplace: Hong Kong
Height: 180cm
Weight: 82kg
Star sign: Leo
Chinese zodiac: Dog
Blood type: B
Born:3 August 1946 (age 66)
Selected Filmography:
1970:The Heroic Ones
1973:Blood Brothers
1978:Swordsman And Enchantress
1984:Opium And The Kung Fu Master
1985:Shanghai 13
1986:A Better Tomorrow
1993:The Bare-footed Kid
1994:Drunken Master 2
Background
He studied Wing Chun under the martial arts master Chu Wan. In 1969, Ti was found by the Shaw Brothers and cast in Return of the One-Armed Swordsman opposite Jimmy Wang Yu,...
Name: 狄龍 (狄龙) / Ti Lung (Di Long)
Also known as: Dik Lung / Dick Long / Tommy Tam
Korean name: 적룡 / Juk Ryong
Real name: 譚富榮 (谭富荣) / Tam Fook Wing (Tan Fu Rong)
Profession: Actor
Birthdate: 1946-Aug-03
Birthplace: Hong Kong
Height: 180cm
Weight: 82kg
Star sign: Leo
Chinese zodiac: Dog
Blood type: B
Born:3 August 1946 (age 66)
Selected Filmography:
1970:The Heroic Ones
1973:Blood Brothers
1978:Swordsman And Enchantress
1984:Opium And The Kung Fu Master
1985:Shanghai 13
1986:A Better Tomorrow
1993:The Bare-footed Kid
1994:Drunken Master 2
Background
He studied Wing Chun under the martial arts master Chu Wan. In 1969, Ti was found by the Shaw Brothers and cast in Return of the One-Armed Swordsman opposite Jimmy Wang Yu,...
- 11/3/2012
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
This is a run down of my Top 40 kung fu movies of the 1970′s. There were so many great films in this era, that i just hope i do this list some justice. The movies chosen are just my personal choice, i understand others might have different views.
Any of the movies that make the Top 40 list must have something special to make it in the first place. So i hope you enjoy my Top 40 Kung Fu movies.
20.Invincible Armour (1977)
Starring: Hwang Jang Lee, John Liu, Philip Ko, Lee Hoi San, Yuen Biao
The Emperor’s Minister of State Cheng, an authoritarian ruler, arranges for Hu Lung, one of his old students to distract General Chow while he assassinates the leader of the Ming rebels. Chow hunts for Hu Lung, but must avoid the authorities since he is a suspect in the murder. He eventually finds Chow, but is thwarted by Hu Lung’s master,...
Any of the movies that make the Top 40 list must have something special to make it in the first place. So i hope you enjoy my Top 40 Kung Fu movies.
20.Invincible Armour (1977)
Starring: Hwang Jang Lee, John Liu, Philip Ko, Lee Hoi San, Yuen Biao
The Emperor’s Minister of State Cheng, an authoritarian ruler, arranges for Hu Lung, one of his old students to distract General Chow while he assassinates the leader of the Ming rebels. Chow hunts for Hu Lung, but must avoid the authorities since he is a suspect in the murder. He eventually finds Chow, but is thwarted by Hu Lung’s master,...
- 8/7/2012
- by kingofkungfu
- AsianMoviePulse
Shaolin Mantis
Directed by Lau Kar-leung
Screenplay by On Szeto
Hong Kong, 1978
In the world of kung fu, so far as the movies go at least, there is a laundry list of various fighting styles which have adapted or directly imitated characteristics of certain animals and insects. Snakes, tigers, crabs, these creatures as well as many others have been the inspiration for some of the most famous combat and self-defence techniques. How one comes to translate the movements of a creature to the realm of martial arts is a matter of inventiveness, but also practice, practice, practice! In 1978, the same year he made 36th Chamber of the Shaolin, director Lau Kar-leung teamed up with perennial star David Chiang, the latter whom spent most of his career collaborating with Chang Cheh, to produce his own animal inspired epic, Shaolin Mantis.
Viewers are once again transported to the time of the Ching Dynasty,...
Directed by Lau Kar-leung
Screenplay by On Szeto
Hong Kong, 1978
In the world of kung fu, so far as the movies go at least, there is a laundry list of various fighting styles which have adapted or directly imitated characteristics of certain animals and insects. Snakes, tigers, crabs, these creatures as well as many others have been the inspiration for some of the most famous combat and self-defence techniques. How one comes to translate the movements of a creature to the realm of martial arts is a matter of inventiveness, but also practice, practice, practice! In 1978, the same year he made 36th Chamber of the Shaolin, director Lau Kar-leung teamed up with perennial star David Chiang, the latter whom spent most of his career collaborating with Chang Cheh, to produce his own animal inspired epic, Shaolin Mantis.
Viewers are once again transported to the time of the Ching Dynasty,...
- 1/14/2012
- by Edgar Chaput
- SoundOnSight
Blood Brothers
Directed by Chang Cheh
1973, Hong Kong
In the vast landscape of films that came out of this most famous of Hong Kong studios, far and few between are those which can be remembered for concentrating their efforts as much if not more so on developing a story which could stand on its own apart from all the wild action. A bit of equilibrium every now and then is much welcomed, despite how on the nose the drama might be at times. Chang Cheh’s 1973 romantic epic Blood Brothers is one such film.
Inspired by true events, the story is set in the time of the Ching Dynasty in China. A young man named Chang Wen Hsiang (played by Cheh regular David Chiang) is brought to court in shackles for the murder of a great general. Rebellion uprising? Petty thug who wanted to make it rich somehow? Neither, as...
Directed by Chang Cheh
1973, Hong Kong
In the vast landscape of films that came out of this most famous of Hong Kong studios, far and few between are those which can be remembered for concentrating their efforts as much if not more so on developing a story which could stand on its own apart from all the wild action. A bit of equilibrium every now and then is much welcomed, despite how on the nose the drama might be at times. Chang Cheh’s 1973 romantic epic Blood Brothers is one such film.
Inspired by true events, the story is set in the time of the Ching Dynasty in China. A young man named Chang Wen Hsiang (played by Cheh regular David Chiang) is brought to court in shackles for the murder of a great general. Rebellion uprising? Petty thug who wanted to make it rich somehow? Neither, as...
- 12/31/2011
- by Edgar Chaput
- SoundOnSight
Arc Entertainment & Dragon Dynasty have just about to released two more classic Shaw Brothers films that represent the absolute cream of the crop of Kung Fu cinema! Flying Guillotine and Flying Guillotine II hit retail stores November 29th. Both films have been beautifully re-mastered and include both Chinese (yay!) and English (dubbed urgh!) audio tracks. These are the last two of 10 Shaw Brothers classics released by Arc/Dragon Dynasty this year, which also included Avenging Eagle, Blood Brothers, Executioners From Shaolin, Five Shaolin Masters, Golden Swallow, Killer Clan, Mad Monkey Kung Fu and Martial Arts Of Shaolin. Flying Guillontine. Hong Kong kung fu cinema is filled with all types of inventive weaponry, but few are as original, iconic or over-the-top as The Flying Guillotine, and this was the first film to use it. The corrupt Emperor wants to dispatch of subordinates who dare disagree with his evil rule. Unable to...
- 11/26/2011
- 24framespersecond.net
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