Intercontinental Video have announced the HK DVD and Blu-Ray releases of 'Tazza: The Hidden Card' for the 3rd February, 2015. Directed by Kang Hyung-Chul, the film centres around the nephew of Goni who becomes the scapegoat for a deal gone wrong and is forced to go on the run.
Trailer For 'Ryuzo And His Seven Henchmen'
The trailer has been released for 'Ryuzo And His Seven Henchmen', an upcoming Japanese comedy written and directed by Takeshi Kitano. The film centres around a retired crime boss who brings his old crew back together after he becomes the victim of a phishing fraud.
'Rush Hour' Series Gets A Green Light
CBS has green lit production of a pilot for the proposed television adaptation of the 'Rush Hour' movies. Just like its film counterpart, the hour-long action comedy series will centre around a stoic, by-the-book Hong Kong police officer who is teamed up with a cocky black LAPD officer.
William Ho Ka-Kui Passes Away
Hong Kong actor William Ho Ka-Kui has passed away at the age of 66. Although he had an extensive filmography, Ho Ka-Kui will probably be best remembered for his appeances in a number of 80s and 90s cult classics, such as 'Prison On Fire', 'City On Fire' and 'Story Of Ricky'.
Teaser For 'Assassination Classroom'
The teaser trailer has been released for 'Assassination Classroom', an upcoming Japanese adaptation of Yusei Matsui's 'Ansatsu Kyoshitsu' manga series. Directed by Eiichiro Hasumi, the story follows a mysterious creature who threatens to destroy the world unless he can become a homeroom teacher.
'The 36th Chamber of Shaolin Trilogy' On HK BD
Intercontinental Video have announced the HK Blu-Ray release of 'The 36th Chamber of Shaolin Trilogy' for the 17th February, 2015. The set includes the three classic Shaw Brothers kung fu films directed by Liu Chia Liang and starring Gordon Liu, as well as postcards and special features.
Teaser For 'The Deal'
The teaser trailer has been released for 'The Deal' (AKA 'Murder Request'), an upcoming South Korean crime thriller directed by Son Yong-Ho. The film centres around a police detective and an ordinary man who combine their forces to take revenge on a serial killer responsible for wronging them both.
'Kung Fu Hustle' Re-released In 3D
Last month marked the 10th anniversary of Stephen Chow's 2004 action comedy 'Kung Fu Hustle'. To celebrate, a digitally remastered 3D version of the movie was re-released across cinemas in the mainland. Despite the film's international success, there are currently no plans to release it outside of China.
