It entertains, titillates and amuses, as well as throws in a hint of social commentary as afterthought, but it’s a giddy, gaudy way to spend some time, providing of course that the subject matter itself doesn’t offend one’s sensibilities to begin with.
Scott Adkins returns to one of his signature roles in this fourth instalment of the ‘Undisputed’ franchise and, much like Parts 2 & 3, he and the film deliver.
Tense, exciting, thoughtful and often very funny, ‘Tunnel’ has so many facets to be congratulated on that a few paragraphs barely seem appropriate to sing its praises.
‘Heaven and Hell’ is actually a whole lot more interesting, and engaging, than one would outwardly expect from its (largely) negative reputation.
Bravo to everyone behind ‘The Red Turtle’ for reminding this reviewer just how powerful simple, intelligent film-making can be without the bells and whistles.
Much more than a trashy quickie horror sequel than many might be expecting, ‘The Tag-Along 2’ is an entertaining ghostly romp that when on form, expertly blends drama and frights.
‘Legend of the Demon Cat’ (妖猫传) is a Chinese-Japanese fantasy mystery directed by Chen Kaige.
‘The Swindlers’ (꾼) is an upcoming South Korean crime drama directed by Jang Chang-Won.
Anime Limited are bringing Makoto Shinkai’s hugely successful animated drama ‘Your Name’ to Blu-ray and DVD on November 6, 2017.
‘The Chase’ (반드시 잡는다) is an upcoming South Korean mystery thriller directed by Kim Hong-Sun.
‘Operation Red Sea’ ( 红海行动) is an upcoming Chinese-Hong Kong action film directed by Dante Lam.
Well Go USA are bringing Jung Byoung-Gil’s kinetic South Korean action-thriller, ‘The Villainess’ to digital on November 7 and to Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on November 21.
‘The Thousand Faces of Dunjia’ (奇門遁甲) is a Chinese fantasy-wuxia film written and directed by Yuen Woo-Ping.
Third Window Films are bringing Takeshi Kitano’s screwball sex-comedy ‘Getting Any?’ to Blu-ray on October 16, 2017.
