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Monday, October 19, 2015

cityonfire.com | Movie News & Developments

cityonfire.com | Movie News & Developments


Adventure begins for Shu Qi in the new trailer for ‘Mojin’

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 08:05 PM PDT

"Mojin – The Lost Legend" Chinese Teaser Poster

"Mojin – The Lost Legend" Chinese Teaser Poster

Chinese films have enjoyed great success at the local box office so far this year. Monster Hunt became China's all-time top-grossing film last summer, and the more recent (and currently still in release) Lost In Hong Kong has also broken a few records and is a contender to claim the box office crown from Monster Hunt.

Another Chinese blockbuster due to be released this year is Mojin – The Lost Legend. Previously known as The Ghouls, it is directed by Wuershan (Painted Skin: The Resurrection and The Butcher, The Chef and the Swordsman) and produced by Chen Kuo Fu (The Message). It boasts an all-star cast that includes Chen Kun, Huang Bo, Shu Qi, Angelababy and Xia Yu.

Mojin will be released in IMAX and 3D in China on December 18. You can check out its new trailer here.

‘Legend is Born – Ip Man’ star forms a new film company

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 08:04 PM PDT

"The Legend Is Born – Ip Man" Japanese Theatrical Poster

"The Legend Is Born – Ip Man" Japanese Theatrical Poster

If you are a fan of The Legend is Born: Ip Man, you may be wondering where main actor Dennis To Yu-Hang is up to these days. Since The Legend is Born, he has appeared in a number of films but hasn’t had many opportunities to really show off his skills as a martial artist again. His last film appearance was in Wong Jing's 2013 film Princess & Seven Gongfu Masters.

But it looks like To may be making a major comeback soon. Hong Kong media has just reported that he has formed a new film company and the company's first projects will include a horror film and an action movie. To will be starring in both films and it will certainly be interesting to see whether he can really shine in his own productions.

We’ll keep you updated on this story as we hear more!

Deal on Fire! The Last Dragon | Blu-ray | Only $9.99 – Expires soon!

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 12:00 AM PDT

The Last Dragon | Blu-ray (Sony)

The Last Dragon | Blu-ray (Sony)

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for 1985′s The Last Dragon, starring Taimak, Vanity (Action Jackson), Christopher Murney, Julius Carry, Glen Eaton and Ernie Reyes Jr. (Red Sonja).

An enjoyable pastiche of martial arts, romance, music, and video, The Last Dragon presents a likable young hero, Leroy (Taimak), who aspires to become a kung fu master. Though black and living in Harlem with his family, Leroy lives like a Chinese. Trouble arises in the form of a huge black man who calls himself “Sho’ Nuff, who is determined to prove himself the kung fu master of the neighborhood. Watch the trailer!

Order The Last Dragon from Amazon.com today!

Watch the new ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ tomorrow!

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 12:00 AM PDT

"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" Theatrical Poster

"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" Theatrical Poster

It’s hard to believe that J.J. Abrams’ Star Wars: The Force Awakens (aka Star Wars: Episode VII), the continuation of the Star Wars saga created by George Lucas, is finally hitting theaters on December 18, 2015.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens stars John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Max von Sydow, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew and Kenny Baker.

The film’s screenplay is by Lawrence Kasdan (The Empire Strikes Back) and Abrams. Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams, and Bryan Burk are producing. John Williams is returning as the composer.

Updates: Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed that the sequel will take place 30 years after the events of Return of the Jedi. | Lucasfilm confirms that the new Star Wars films will have nothing go do with the “Expanded Universe” (i.e. offshoot novels, cartoons, comic books and video games). | An old school, practical approach is being taken for the special effects in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which will make J.J. Abram’s sequel mesh with the original trilogy even more. | Reliable sources indicate that Daniel Craig (Spectre) will be playing a stormtrooper in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Additionally, Simon Pegg has a similar cameo.

The Raid 2 stars Iko Uwais, Yayan Ruhian (Mad Dog/Prakoso) and Cecep Arif Rahman (The Assassin), will reportedly have roles in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. No details on what or who they’ll be playing, but Twitch said it best: “After the underwhelming prequel trilogy with its massive over-reliance on CGI trickery not only has Abrams shown a strong preference for practical effects but has now also cast a trio of highly skilled martial artists who have already demonstrated their skills with blades, batons, etc in a world where super powered warriors fight with blades, batons, etc.”

A Han Solo spin-off is being directed by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller (The Lego Movie). A Boba Fett spin-off movie is also supposedly in the works as well. | Check out our coverage for Gareth Edwards’ Star Wars: Rogue One here.

According to media sources, Benicio Del Toro confirms his role as a “bad guy” in Episode VIII, which starts filming in March. As far as the latest on Episode VII, Amazon.com is kicking off “Star Wars Force Day” with a full stock of related merchandise. Click here to check it out!

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Trailers: 1st Teaser | 2nd Teaser | Comic-Con 2015 Reel | Korean TV spot. | 3rd Teaser.

BREAKING NEWS: Lucasfilm has officially confirmed that the film’s new trailer will drop tomorrow during half time for ESPN's Monday Night Football. Until then, feast your eyes on the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens poster, as well as some new teasers: Teaser 1 | Teaser 2

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