The Silent War

The Silent War
Alan Mak and Felix Chong tackle an intriguing period in China’s history

Electric Button (Moon & Cherry)

Electric Button (Moon & Cherry)
Yuki Tanada’s debut offers an amusing and emotive look at young love

Tai Chi Zero

Tai Chi Zero
Stephen Fung helms this absurdly hyperactive modern martial arts epic
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Teaser Trailer For 'Shaolin' March 24, 2010
Teaser Trailer For 'Shaolin'

A two minute teaser trailer has been released for 'Shaolin', director Benny Chan's upcoming martial arts epic. The film boasts an all-star cast that includes Andy Lau, Nicholas Tse, Wu Jing, Fan Bing Bing, Xing Yu and a cameo from Jackie Chan. Action choreography is being handled by Yuen Kwai.

Warner Brothers Looking To Acquire 'Bleach' March 24, 2010
Warner Brothers Looking To Acquire 'Bleach'

Even though they are still yet to get the live-action 'Akira' off the ground, Warner Brothers are already looking to acquire more manga movie rights. This time around, it's the popular Japanese manga-turned-anime 'Bleach' which centres around a 15-year-old boy who obtains the power to fight evil spirits.

Second Teaser For 'Ip Man 2' March 23, 2010
Second Teaser For 'Ip Man 2'

A second teaser trailer has been released for 'Ip Man 2', the direct sequel to the 2008 Yip Man biopic. Directed by Wilson Yip, the film finds Ip Man making the move to Hong Kong where he is forced to fend off the challenges of a local Hung Fist master, played by the legendary Sammo Hung.

'Evangelion: 1.11' On UK DVD And Blu-Ray March 23, 2010
'Evangelion: 1.11' On UK DVD And Blu-Ray

Manga Entertainment have announced the UK DVD and Blu-Ray releases of 'Evangelion: 1.11' for the 26th April 2010. Written and directed by Hideaki Anno ('Neon Genesis Evangelion'), the film is the first instalment of a four part project that rebuilds the seminal ‘mecha’ anime from the ground up.

Trailer For 'The Stool Pigeon' March 23, 2010
Trailer For 'The Stool Pigeon'

The trailer has been released for 'The Stool Pigeon', a new thriller which reunites the cast and crew from 'The Beast Stalker'. Directed by Dante Lam and scripted by Jack Ng, the film focuses on a cop (Nick Cheung) who is forced to utilise a street-racer (Nicholas Tse) as an undercover informant.

'Merantau Warrior' On UK DVD March 19, 2010
'Merantau Warrior' On UK DVD

E1 Entertainment have announced the UK DVD release of 'Merantau Warrior' for the 26th April 2010. Written and directed by Gareth Evans, the film is an adrenaline-fuelled action flick that delves into the world of Indonesian martial arts. The cast includes Iko Uwais, Sisca Jessica and Mads Koudal.

Trailer And Poster For 'Beauty On Duty' March 19, 2010
Trailer And Poster For 'Beauty On Duty'

The trailer and poster art have been released for 'Beauty On Duty', a new romantic comedy from director Wong Jing ('I Corrupt All Cops'). The film "borrows" a number of elements from the Hollywood movie 'Miss Congeniality', and stars Charlene Choi, Sandra Ng, Louis Koo, Jim Chim and Lu Yi.

'Universal Soldier: Regeneration' On UK DVD/BD March 18, 2010
'Universal Soldier: Regeneration' On UK DVD/BD

Optimum Home Entertainment have announced the UK DVD and Blu-Ray releases of 'Universal Soldier: Regeneration' for the 5th April 2010. Directed by John Hyams, the film is an official sequel to the 1992 movie and sees the return of original stars Jean Claude Van Damme and Dolph Lundgren.

Thai Teaser For 'Ong Bak 3' March 18, 2010
Thai Teaser For 'Ong Bak 3'

A second, more enticing teaser trailer has been released for 'Ong Bak 3', the second sequel (or is it se-prequel?) to Tony Jaa's 2003 smash hit. The bad news is the film's release date has slipped by a week, but in the meantime the trailer gives us a good feel for the some of the action ahead.

'Tai Chi Master' On UK DVD March 18, 2010
'Tai Chi Master' On UK DVD

Cine Asia have announced the UK DVD and Blu-Ray releases of 'Tai Chi Master' for the 26th April 2010. The film sees action superstars Jet Li and Michelle Yeoh teaming up with celebrated action-director, Yuen Woo-ping, to deliver one of the most kinetic and inventive martial arts adventures of all time.

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