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The 18th Asian Film Awards ceremony will be held on Friday, March 16, 2025, at the Xiqu Centre in the West Kowloon Cultural District. This year, The Awards are honoured to have the legendary Hong Kong filmmaker Sammo Hung as the Jury President. Known as a trailblazer in action cinema, Hung has spent over five decades creating countless iconic works for both Hong Kong and global cinema. Having received the Best Supporting Actor award for Ip Man 2 at the 5th Asian Film Awards and the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the 16th Asian Film Awards, Hung expressed his heartfelt gratitude for returning to the Afa stage, sharing his excitement to reconnect with filmmakers and audiences across Asia.

Hung began his artistic journey at the age of 10 under the supervision of Yu Jim-yuen, a renowned Peking opera master. Through intensive training, he honed his skills in Peking opera and martial arts, building...

Donnie Yen reveals how a change in the script for his latest feature, The Prosecutor, allowed for him to reunite with one of his Ip Man co-stars. Yen, who has previously portrayed Chirrut Imwe in 2016's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and High Table assassin Caine in John Wick: Chapter 4, is best known for playing Ip Man in the movie series of the same name focused on the Wing Chun master. The Prosecutor sees Yen portraying a public prosecutor going to great lengths to defend his client, by any means necessary.

When speaking to Screen Rant, Yen opened up about how one notable casting choice for The Prosecutor almost never came to pass due to the movie's original script. Yen revealed that originally, Kent Cheng's Bao Ding was envisioned as a younger character to better fit the dynamic. However, Yen reconsidered once he felt that an older actor...

The Ip Man franchise is one of the most popular modern martial arts series, which tells the life story of the real Wing Chun grandmaster, Ip Man. These films were only loosely based on Ip’s real life, as it was unlikely the actual man regularly faced off against the sinister villains portrayed by martial arts movie legends like Sammo Hung, Mike Tyson, and Scott Adkins in the movies. However, the Ip Man films broadly followed Ip’s life story from his early 40s in conflict-ridden China to his death at 79 in 1972.

Martial arts icon Donnie Yen powerfully portrayed Ip Man throughout the series. Although Yen was a similar age to Ip in the first installment, the kung fu star continued to tell the story of Ip’s life as he entered his 70s and beyond. Each film in the Ip Man franchise depicted the different facets of the grandmaster's...

Legendary Hong Kong martial arts star and filmmaker Sammo Hung gave a masterclass at the Tokyo International Film Festival, where at age 72 he demonstrated that while he now uses a cane, his charismatic abilities and innovative spirit remain. Hung held an engaging talk where he shared lessons from over 60 years in the industry developing martial arts cinema.

Born into a performing family, Hung’s journey began with training at Hong Kong’s prestigious Peking Opera school. “The training was very rigorous,” Hung recalled. “We learned fundamental movements so by graduation you could perform nearly any move.” This training laid the groundwork for his future success in martial arts films.

Hung’s film career started early, with his debut at age 9 in the 1960s. A pivotal moment came in 1973’s “Enter the Dragon” where Hung fought Bruce Lee in the opening scene. After Lee’s tragic death, Hung took on choreographing...

In a career that has spanned seven decades, Hong Kong action movie legend Sammo Hung has seen a lot, and moreover, his body has been through a lot. So it wasn’t a surprise to see the 72-year-old use a cane as he took the stage for a masterclass session at the Tokyo International Film Festival. But as he captivated an appreciative audience, the confidence and humor that have seen Hung through his illustrious career in martial arts movies shone bright.

Born into a showbiz family, Hung’s career began as a child actor while at the China Drama Academy, a Peking Opera school in Hong Kong. He made his film debut in the early 1960s, aged nine. A slightly grainy, black and white clip of the film showed a fresh-faced boy Hung, to coos from his assembled admirers. “Training at the school was very severe. We learned all the fundamental movements.

Ip Man 5 with Donnie Yen is confirmed and may rectify Master Law's past defeats in the franchise. Lo Mang, a former martial arts star, deserves a huge win in Ip Man 5 to honor his legacy. The film should pay homage to Lo Mang's Shaw Brothers movies by showcasing his unique fighting style.

An insult to a kung fu movie legend can finally be rectified if one supporting character returns for Ip Man 5. The martial arts movie franchise appeared to reach a conclusion with Ip Man 4: The Finale's ending, but it's since become apparent that even the death of the titular character hasn't killed the series. Somehow, though, Ip Man 5 is happening regardless.

As it stands, very little is known about the plans for Ip Man 5. That said, the project has been confirmed to be in development, with Donnie Yen returning to reprise his...

Bruce Lee forever changed Kung Fu movies, leaving behind a legacy that influenced martial arts worldwide. Jackie Chan's comedic timing and dangerous stunts solidified his role as the greatest Kung Fu star ever. Lesser-known stars like Fung Hak-on and Yuen Biao made significant contributions to the genre as well.

There have been so many incredible Kung Fu movie stars who left their mark on the martial arts genre, but over the years, a select few stood out as the greatest of all time. Following the massive interest in Kung Fu that developed during the 1970s in the wake of Bruce Lees incredible success, there were plenty of other stars who made a name for themselves both in Hong Kong and Hollywood productions. With astounding acrobats, fantastic fights, and stunning stunt work, these stars truly stood as the best the world has ever seen.

With roles in action comedies, sword-fighting showdowns,...

The Ip Man series features some of the best hand-to-hand action scenes in modern cinema. Ip Man faces a variety of opponents in different styles, showcasing his versatile skills. The best fight is between Ip Man and Master Hung in Ip Man 2, a legendary battle of skills.

The Ip Man series has some of the 21st century's best hand-to-hand action scenes, with their best fights standing out from almost anything else in modern cinema. The series focuses on Ip Man, a real-life Wang Chun Martial Arts Master. Played by Donnie Yen in the movies, Ip Man is a patient and kind man who nevertheless possesses the skills and will of a true warrior.

His greatest challenges range in combat style, all while Ip Man survives Japan's occupation of China in World War II, the efforts of corrupt foreign interests to abuse and mock Martial Arts, and the challenges of moving to the United States.

The Asian Film Awards Academy (Afaa) and the Singapore Film Society announced today that Hong Kong's first-generation kung fu superstar Sammo Hung will visit Singapore for the Afaa's Masterclass Series and a number of activities at the upcoming 12th Singapore Chinese Film Festival (Scff). Director Sammo Hung's five important movie classics will be screened during Scff as the festival's first “Filmmaker in Focus” special segment.

Studied under Peking Opera master Yu Jim Yuen at a young age, Hung was the “big brother” of the famous Seven Little Fortunes. Under the guidance of a strict master, Hung learned the true skills behind the four basic techniques of traditional Chinese opera: Singing, reciting, acting and martial arts. His career as a young performer gave him the foundation for his future as an action superstar and cultivated his hardworking and dedicated persona.

Hung thinks that “achievements” mean a great deal to him, and...

The best fight scenes focus on showcasing the skills of the actors rather than relying on flashy effects or too many cuts. The connection between the actors involved in a fight scene is important for the final result. Martial arts icons fighting in movies often lead to timeless, fantastic scenes.

Many martial arts icons have faced off with each other in incredibly well-made action scenes. The choreography of a martial arts fight scene is what can make or break it, but the connection between the actors involved also plays an important part in the final result. The best fight scenes are full of action and showcase the skills of the actors rather than relying on flashy effects. The rawness of outstanding martial arts fight scenes and the dedication of the actors is why the genre has persisted as long as it has.

The physical prowess and immense skill of these...

Ip Man 5 could be a spin-off that focuses on characters inspired by Ip Man, exploring their journeys and possibly featuring Ip Man in a supporting role through flashbacks. Another possibility for Ip Man 5 is to delve into the life of Wong Shun Leung, Ip Man's first student, and how he spreads his mentor's teachings to the next generation. The fifth installment could also focus on Ip Man's sons, Ip Chun and Ip Ching, as they carry on their father's legacy after his death, showcasing the family drama and emphasizing their journeys.

With martial artist and action star Donnie Yen's recent announcement of Ip Man 5, the future of the franchise is now both exciting and confusing. The news that Ip Man 5 was going to happen was quite surprising, namely because Yen's now iconic Ip Man character died at the end of Ip Man 4: The Finale,...

Where to Watch Powered by Bruce Lee's character Chen Zhen in Fist of Fury is a fictional character created by writer Ni Kuang, but his master Huo Yuanjia was a real historical figure. Fist of Fury draws on real historical events and themes of nationalism, adding authenticity to its narrative, despite fictionalizing many aspects of Chen Zhen's storyline. Other martial arts movies, such as The Legendary Fok and Fearless, have also portrayed Huo Yuanjia, showcasing his underdog story and contribution to Chinese martial arts.

Bruce Lee has taken on many personas on the big screen, but his most iconic hero and the realism in his backstory begs an intriguing question: is he based on a real martial artist? Drawing inspiration from China and Japan's historical tensions, Fist of Fury ensues in the 20th century when a martial arts master, Chen Zhen, returns to his former school following his master Huo Yuanjia's death.

It's safe to assume that Donnie Yen's appearance in John Wick: Chapter 4 was the first time many had seen this amazing action star in motion. While his brawl with Keanu Reeves was a sight to behold, Yen has had a lengthy history in the action genre, pumping out stellar film after stellar film that not only shows off his martial arts prowess but also tells compelling stories on top of it. Arguably one of his most successful ventures is Ip Man, a series chronicling the life of the eponymous Wing Chun grandmaster who famously mentored the late Bruce Lee.

Now spanning over four entries over a decade, the announcement of another mainline Ip Man film both surprised and stunned some. While it'll be a while before we see Yen on the big screen again, there's no better time to invest yourself in the grandiose story of Ip Man.

The action film star is set to accept the award at first AFAs in Hong Kong since 2019.

Hong Kong action film star Sammo Hung is to receive a lifetime achievement award at the Asian Film Awards (Afa), which is set to return as an in-person event later this month.

The martial arts veteran will receive the honour at the 16th AFAs on March 12 and is awarded in recognition of his “great contribution and far-reaching influence on Asian films”.

Hung’s 60-year career spans actor, action choreographer, director and producer, and includes features such as action comedies Dirty Tiger, Crazy Frog...

Stars: Stefan Morawietz, Denis Lyons, Kathrin Höhne, Bartholomäus Kowalski, Mike Möller, Ron Holzschuh | Written by Andreas Urra, Mathias Urra | Directed by Tanay Genco Ulgen

At one time Jack Walker was the biggest action star in the world. Well, the biggest action star in Germany. But those days are long gone, and even the Dtv film offers have dried up. With the bills piling up he has no choice but to take a role in an uber low-budget film he feels is beneath him.

His feelings seem to be confirmed when Steve (Ben Plunkett-Reynolds; Jack and Ralph Plan a Murder), the director, and his assistant Piet (Bartholomäus Kowalski; Ultimate Justice) are having issues and the stunts keep going wrong. The presence of co-star Sylvia Meadows (Kathrin Höhne; The Hitman Agency) keeps Jack in a good mood though.

But when the abandoned hotel they’re using for a location turns out to...

Switzerland’s Locarno Film Festival is launching a new industry event focusing on Africa. The Southern Africa-Locarno Industry Academy, hosted in collaboration with the Realness Institute of Africa, will take place online from 26 September to 2 October 2021 and will welcome 10-12 participants from all over the African continent. The project offers a tailored program featuring masterclasses and meetings with internationally established professionals. The aim is to enhance participants’ understanding of the challenges facing the film industry, while allowing them to expand their personal network of contacts and develop their professional skill set. “The Southern Africa-Locarno Industry Academy will allow us to introduce our program for young professionals in this region. Participants will be able to connect with Industry Academy alumni in Latin America, the Middle East, the USA and Europe, joining an international network of future industry players,” said Markus Duffner, the new head of Locarno Pro.

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Ip Man: Kung Fu Master is the latest film to portray the legendary grandmaster of Wing Chun Kung Fu, Ip Man, the real life teacher of Bruce Lee who lived from 1983 to 1972. All the films have been heavily fictionalized, and the Ip Man film franchise is far from unified. There have been multiple actors, directors and filmmakers featuring Ip Man, and this new film is independent from all of those, although confusingly enough, it’s very connected.

The most prominent Ip Man franchise stars Donnie Yen. It began in 2008 with Ip Man and retained the same core team for four installments: directed by Wilson Yip, produced by Raymond Wong, and written by Edmond Wong.

Yip and Yen collaborated in some previous critically acclaimed martial arts films like Kill Zone (aka Spl: Sha Po Lang), Dragon Tiger Gate, and Flashpoint – all of which were well regarded for their high octane...

Flat-footed storytelling meets fleet-footed choreography and sumptuous production values in the untaxingly fun “Ip Man 4: The Finale,” the last installment of director Wilson Yip and producer-star Donnie Yen’s glossy mythmaking tetralogy about the famous Wing Chun master.

The insistent subtitle is there for a reason: everyone, Yen included, thought that “Ip Man 3” would be his last time donning Ip Man’s priestlike tunic. Then again, after “Ip Man 2,” still the best in the franchise, Yen was also reportedly reluctant to return. A little like the great, wise, noble sifu (“master-father”) he so convincingly embodies, Yen apparently only re-enters the fray when circumstances (read: box office) leave him no other option.

The problem, then, is how to sustain a story that had largely run out of arc by the bruising climax of the last film? The solution the regular team of screenwriters — Edmond Wong, Chan Tai-lee, Jil Leung,...

As we enter the holidays Lionsgate and Bron Studios are looking to explode with the nationwide release of the Jay Roach-directed Bombshell starring Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman and Margot Robbie. The Fox News sexual harassment drama had a stellar limited opening last weekend, earning an estimated $312,000, with a per-screen average of $78,000. As it opens today in approximately 1,450 locations in North America, it is sure to put more coins in its piggy bank.

“This is an important, timely and topical film driven by world-class filmmakers and outstanding performances, great word of mouth, and the strong buzz and momentum after the Golden Globe and SAG nominations,” Damon Wolf, President of Worldwide Marketing for the Lionsgate Motion Picture Group told Deadline. “Last week’s sold-out special screenings led to one of the highest-grossing limited release engagements of the year and a 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.”

“Bombshell is the first major movie to explore the #metoo movement,...

China’s internet is thrilled by news that Marvel appears to be insisting on casting an ethnic Chinese actor as Shang-Chi in the master of kung fu’s own spinoff film and has begun scouting out candidates for the role.

Variety reporter Justin Kroll tweeted Sunday that Marvel is apparently “putting out test offers for a group of men in their 20s” for its “Shang-Chi” movie. He added that the studio has “been adamant to reps offering up their clients for the role” that candidates “have to be of Chinese ancestry,” with no other Asian ancestry accepted.

Twitter is blocked on China’s highly censored internet, but that hasn’t stopped the tweet from going viral in the mainland. Users have screen-grabbed it and spread it on China’s parallel Weibo platform, where the hashtag “Shang-Chi casting” has since been viewed 100 million times, and the hashtag “Marvel’s first Chinese...

And now we’re coming to a close with the Ip Man trilogy as I finally revisit Ip Man 3. If you want, catch up on my write ups of Ip Man and Ip Man 2. Let’s also pretend Master Z and Ip Man 4 don’t exist for the time being ;) Ip Man 3 definitely washes out that bad taste of the prior film despite also having more boxing in it. I’m wondering if the film makers responded to the complaints from that movie and tried to fix them in this one? Let’s find out. Ip Man 3 opens up with a pandering cameo from a now older Bruce Lee who wants to study under the wing chun master. In an origin story that someone...

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I remember going to see Ip Man 2 at the New York Asian Film festival when it was the opening night film. Samo Hung and Simon Yam were going to be doing an introduction so I was extremely excited to hear them speak. When the actors finally came out, they expressed that they had just flown in from an extremely long flight and were very exhausted. They spoke very briefly about the film before leaving and I remember being kind of disappointed but understood that yes, it is a Long flight to get here. Was this perhaps a bad omen? After the movie finished and the credits started rolling, I remember the guy who was sitting next to me, leaned over to his friend, and...

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16 January 2019 (Hong Kong) – Legendary action master Sammo Hung is the 43rd Hong Kong International Film Festival’s Filmmaker in Focus, it was announced today.

This is a well-deserved recognition for the all-round virtuoso who stands as a living testimony of Hong Kong cinema’s Golden Age and for his trailblazing career, having worked his way from actor, stuntman, martial arts choreographer, to director and producer for over half a century.

The 43rd Hong Kong International Film Festival will be held from 18 March to 1 April 2019. Festival tickets for the public can be booked online (at www.hkiff.org.hk) and all Urbtix and Hk Ticketing outlets from 28 February 2019.

The retrospective honoring Hung will feature 10 of his seminal works, along with a newly published commemorative book. Hung will also attend a Face to Face seminar at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre on 30 March 2019, to share his views of and experiences in the...

Action Star Donnie Yen (“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”) has joined the cast of Disney’s live-action “Mulan,” an individual with knowledge of the project tells TheWrap.

Yen will play Commander Tung in remake of 1998 Disney animated film.

Niki Caro is directing the film, which stars Chinese actress Liu Yifei in the title role. Jason Reed, Chris Bender and Jake Weiner are producing, and Bill Kong is executive producing.

Also Read: 'Mulan' Fans Thank Disney for Not Whitewashing Live-Action Movie by Casting of Chinese Star

Disney’s live-action version of the classic Disney tale comes on the heels of various revival projects like “The Jungle Book” and “Beauty and the Beast,” both of which grossed over $1 billion worldwide. “Beauty and the Beast” grossed $174.8 million its opening weekend alone. A remake of “The Lion King” is one of many upcoming live-action projects.

The animated “Mulan,” released in 1998, was based on the Chinese legend of Hua Mulan and was directed by Tony Bancroft and Barry Cook. It grossed $304.3 million worldwide after earning $22.7 million its opening weekend.

Yen was the martial arts choreographer for 2000’s “Highlander: Endgame” and 2002’s “Blade II,” appearing in both of those films as an actor, as well. He also starred opposite Jackie Chan in 2003’s “Shanghai Knights.”

Also Read: Ex-Disney Star Joins White House Press Team

Yen made his movie debut in the 1984 Hong Kong film “Drunken Tai Chi” and came to wider attention with his portrayal of Nap-lan Yun-seut in 1992’s “Once Upon a Time in China II.” His international breakthrough came playing the title character in 2008’s “Ip Man,” based on Wing Chun grandmaster — and Bruce Lee’s teacher — Yip Man. He reprised that role in 2010’s “Ip Man 2” and last year’s “Ip Man 3,” where Yen starred opposite boxing legend Mike Tyson – and accidentally broke the champ’s finger during a fight scene.

Yen is repped by CAA, Bullet Films, and Bloom Hergott.

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God Of War directed by Gordon Chan and Starring Vincent Zhao & Sammo Hung will be available on Digital, Blu-ray Combo Pack & DVD October 17th

“God of War could be the best Asian historical epic since John Woo’s Red Cliff.”

~ Daniel Eagan, Film Journal International

“Chan maintains his dexterous footing whether choreographing the colorful large-scale battle sequences or the stripped-down, hand-to-hand matchups that boil the conflict down to its most basic — and personal — essence.” ~ Michael Rechtshaffen, Los Angeles Times

A maverick commander and a young general join forces to battle pirates who pillage small villages in 16th-century China in the epic historical action drama God Of War, debuting on digital, Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD October 17 from Well Go USA Entertainment. Directed by Gordon Chan (Painted Skin, Fist of Legend), God Of War stars Vincent Zhao (The White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom), Sammo Hung (Ip Man 2...

Stars: Anthony Wong, Gillian Chung, Jordan Chan, Eric Tsang, Marvel Chow, Chuchu Zhou, Timmy Hung, Luxia Jiang, Anita Yuen, Hung Yan Yan | Written by Erica Lee | Directed by Herman Yau

In postwar Hong Kong, Ip Man is reluctantly called into action once more, when what begins as simple challenges from rival kung fu schools, leads to him becoming face to face with the dangerous underworld of the Triads. To defend himself and those he cares about, Ip Man must stand and fight one last time. This masterful biopic proves essential viewing for anyone familiar to the Ip Man saga, encasing sensational action sequences within a compelling drama.

Ip Man: The Final Fight comes from director Herman Yau, who previously helmed Ip Man: The Legend Is Born, the prequel film released inbetween Ip Man 2 and 3. And like Yau’s previous Ip Man movie, this sequel, which follows on from the...

Stars: Andy Lau, Tony Leung, Catrina Lau, Lee Bingbing, Deng Chao | Written by Chen Kuofu & Lin Qianya | Action Director: Sammo Hung | Directed by Tsui Hark

Review by Baron Fortnightly

“When a series of mysterious murders prevents the inauguration of China’s first Empress, Detective Dee, the greatest investigative mind and Kung Fu Master of his generation, is brought back from exile to embark on a manhunt that will forever change the course of history! With a matchless performance from leading-man Andy Lau (Warlords and House of the Flying Daggers) and breathtaking action from the martial arts director of Ip Man and Ip Man 2, Detective Dee is non-stop, heart-racing entertainment in the highest traditions of Asian Action Cinema.”

Detective Dee: Mystery of the Phantom Flame is a 2010 Chinese martial arts/whodunit movie based on the Chinese folk hero and celebrated Tang Dynasty official Di Renjie, otherwise known as Judge Dee...

Stars: Donnie Yen, Sammo Hung, Darren Shahlavi, Huang Xiaming | Action direction by Sammo Hung | Directed by Wilson Yip

Review by Baron Fortnightly

Ip Man 2, from Cine Asia, is a semi-biographical martial arts film loosely based on the life of Wing Chun grandmaster, Ip Man. The film was directed by Wilson Yip and Sammo Hung, produced by Raymond Wong, written by Edmond Wong, and stars martial arts legend, Donnie Yen, who reprises the leading role.

This sequel continues on from events in the first Ip Man film, and covers Ip Man’s life in Hong Kong, which was at the time under British colonial rule, and recovering from the Japanese invasion of China. Ip Man’s main hurdles are his reduced circumstances, British oppression, and rivalry from other martial arts practitioners, including the local Hung Ga master Hung Chun-nam, as played by Sammo Hung.

“Continuing from where the first film ended,...

The script writing is under way and the new Ryo Saeba has already been selected for the second live movie adaptation of the detective manga series ‘City Hunter’. Cheng Jiake, the acclaimed mystery writer who penned the script for the Chinese blockbuster ‘Detective Chinatown’, is working on the script for ‘City Hunter’.

Huang Xiaoming (IP Man 2, American Dreams in China) will play the role of the “one-hole shot” expert, Ryo Saeba. The movie is expected to be released in China Quarter 3 , 2018.

The story is about a private detective, Ryo Saeba, who is heavily into solving crime mysteries and seducing beautiful women.

The global comedy/martial arts sensation, Jackie Chan, starred in the first live movie adaptation of this action-packed manga series way back in 1993. ‘City Hunter’ was also adapted into several animated and live series over the years. The most notable one was the intense Korean TV series of...

If ain't broke, don't fix it! That seems to be the theory with the very popular martial arts franchise Ip Man at this point, anyway. Star Donnie Yen recently announced that he is indeed planning on returning for Ip Man 4 after the very successful third entry was released earlier this year.

The modern day martial arts legend took to his Instagram to make the announcement that IP Man 4 is happening. While there was a pretty significant gap of nearly five years between the release of Ip Man 2: Legend of the Grandmaster and Ip Man 3, it seems like Donnie Yen is wasting no time in getting Ip Man 4 off the ground. Here is what he had to say about the movie in his Instagram post.

"I want to share this very excited news with you all, my good friend Wilson Yip, who had directed all of my last three Ip man series,...

Fite TV in conjunction with Iron Dragon Productions have announced that it has added a selection of Iron Dragon’s line up of modern martial arts themed movies to its programming line-up.

Fite is a free app that is available for download at the Google Play or iTunes app stores.

Fite specializes in all things fighting, including Boxing, Wrestling, Mma and Martial Arts. Iron Dragon has a deep library of martial art themed movies to choose from.

“Iron Dragon Productions has accumulated a vast library of martial arts themed movies over the last several years and we are thrilled to add Fite TV to our distribution footprint for these great movies,”

said Janell Vela Smith, CEO Iron Dragon Productions.

“The addition of these action packed Martial Arts themed movies stays with the vision of ‘All Things Fighting’ for the Fite TV network. Fite remains your number one designation to see the best of the Boxing,...

Former boxing champion and the “world’s most dangerous man” Mike Tyson is back doing what he does best – fight – battling Hong Kong’s greatest action star, Donnie Yen (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend, Ip Man, Ip Man 2) – in Ip Man 3, which marks Yen’s final showdown before taking his incredible martial arts skills to the Star Wars universe in Rogue One. Expect fast, furious and hard-hitting action in this battle between two of the greatest fighters on the planet.

In this explosive third installment of the blockbuster martial arts series, when a band of brutal gangsters led by a crooked property developer (Mike Tyson) make a play to take over the city, Master Ip is forced to take a stand. Fists will fly as some of the most incredible fight scenes ever filmed play out on this soon-to-be genre classic.

Ip Man 3 arrives on Blu-ray and DVD from 25th April.

To celebrate the home entertainment release of Ip Man 3, which releases on digital download Monday 18th April, and DVD & Blu-ray from Monday 25th April, we have a copy of the DVD up for grabs courtesy of Kaleidoscope Home Entertainment!

Former boxing champion and the “world’s most dangerous man” Mike Tyson is back doing what he does best – fight – battling Hong Kong’s greatest action star, Donnie Yen (upcoming Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend, Ip Man, Ip Man 2) – his final showdown before taking his incredible martial arts skills to the Star Wars universe in Rogue One. Expect fast, furious and hard-hitting action in this battle between two of the greatest fighters on the planet.

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Sammo Hung is regarded as one of the greatest Kung Fu performers of his generation. His high tempo, hard htting fight sequences have captured audiences all over the world. Future generations will look back and watch in amazement, witnessing one of the very best in world cinema.

Peking Opera Days

The Peking Opera school was run from a small theatre by Master Yu Jim Yuen, this was where Sammo Hung would begin his journey. In them days, the stundents would normally enroll for around 10 years, each day performing gruelling tasks for up to 18 hours a day which included training in the Martial Arts, weapons training, acrobatics, acting and singing. The Peking opera of course brought together Sammo Hung, Jackie Chan, Yuen Biao, Yuen Wah, Corey Yuen, Yuen Tak and Yuen Mo, who would eventually be known as the 7 Little Fortunes. They took the first name “Yuen” in a sign of...

In Ip Man 3, Donnie Yen returns for another outing as legendary martial arts instructor Ip Man. Still under the direction of Wilson Yip, the newest installment trades Sammo Hung for Yuen Wo-ping as action choreographer, ensuring that the extended fight sequences remain the focal points for the narrative. Structurally, Ip Man 3 is closer to Ip Man (2008) than Ip Man 2 (2010), in that it's more easily divided into multiple chapters in the life of the titular character. Rather than the first film's wartime tragedies, however, the focus narrows to an even more personal story, in that Ip Man's loyal and supportive wife Wing Sing (Lynn Xiong) must deal with a life-changing illness. In the first two films, Wing Sing remained dutifully in...

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Plot: Master Ip Man (Donnie Yen) – trying to live a quiet live with his wife and son in 1959 Hong Kong – is drawn into a Triad land scheme run by a nefarious westerner (Mike Tyson). Meanwhile, he has to contend with a skilled rival (Zhang Jin) who challenges him to a public fight. Review: In the five years since IP Man 2 hit theaters, there’s been a steady supply of rival Ip Man biopics... Read More...

In just a few short days, we'll be saying au revoir to 2015, and ringing in 2016, a year ripe with cinematic potential. This coming year will mark the first time that two iconic superheroes will share the big screen (Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice), the start of Marvel Phase Three (Captain America: Civil War and Doctor Strange), and the end of a beloved superhero trilogy (X-Men: Apocalypse). Oh yeah, and another Star Wars movie is coming out as well (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story). All of these aforementioned movies are either sequels or part of an established universe, and they all very well may be some of the biggest movies of the year. But there are also a slew of follow-ups that you may not be so familiar with.

It's certainly no secret that sequels and big franchise movies have been dominating at the box office lately. This year,...

The tale of Wing Chun grandmaster Yip Man continues in IP Man 3, with Donnie Yen returning to fill the hard-hitting fists of the man who taught Bruce Lee. Although Yen had previously said that IP Man 2 was going to be his final appearance as the grandmaster, it seems as though he couldn't resist returning to complete the story for one final film in director Wilson Yip's IP Man trilogy. If... Read More...

Donnie Yen ignites the screen in Ip Man 3, a return to the role that made him an icon, as&#160Ip Man, the real-life Wing Chun grandmaster who mentored Bruce Lee. In this explosive third installment of the blockbuster martial arts series, when a band of brutal gangsters led by a crooked&#160property developer (Mike Tyson) make a play to take over the city, Master Ip is forced&#160to take a stand.&#160 Fists will fly as some of the most incredible fight scenes ever filmed&#160play out on the big screen in this soon-to-be genre classic.

Today, we've got 6 new character posters. Each one introducers a member of the cast and the character they play. Of course, Donnie Yen takes center stage as Ip Man. But perhaps the most exciting one-sheet features Mike Tyson as American fighter Frank. We also get a look at Patrick Tam as Ma King-Sang, Lynn Hung Xiong as Cheung Wing-Sing,...

Back in March, we reported that the long-awaited Ip Man 3 is finally moving forward, with Donnie Yen returning to star as the title character, and heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson also coming aboard. Today, MovieClips has the first domestic trailer for this highly-anticipated sequel, with Well Go USA setting a January 22, 2016 release date. Ip Man 3 will be going up against Dirty Grandpa and The Boy in its new release date.

Our original report from March revealed that the producers had planned on using a CGI version of late martial arts legend Bruce Lee, which certainly caused some controversy. Just one week later, it was reported that Bruce Lee's estate was trying to stop the production from using this CGI version. While we never got an update about the lawsuit filed by Bruce Lee's family, the film's IMDb page lists Kwok-Kwan Chan (Kung Fu Hustle, Shaolin Soccer) as portraying Bruce Lee,...

Dynamic, relentless and funnier than its predecessor, Ip Man 2 is the flashier, hipper and better looking of the first two films about the life of the Wing Chun grandmaster Yip Man. That said, the original Ip Man is in my opinion the better film and one of my favourite martial arts movies of all time. Now the question is, how will Ip Man 3 do?

Donnie Yen and Mike Tyson square off in the first teaser trailer for Ip Man 3, the third and possibly final chapter in the story of the legendary wing chun practitioner. Tyson’s character is reportedly based on an American property tycoon that Ip Man did once fight. Unfortunately, most of the footage in this trailer comes from the first two movies, which is a shame since it lasts only 40 seconds. Talk about a short tease.

Ip Man 3 is directed by Wilson Yip, produced by Raymond Wong...

Cast: Donnie Yen, Lynn Hung, Zhang Jin, Patrick Tam, Leung Kar Yan, Mike Tyson

Director: Wilson Yip

The news broke last night that Donnie Yen’s final installment of the Ip man series will be released in theatres this Christmas in Asia. The news will have fans around the world very excited to see their idol back on the big screen showcasing his excellent wing chun skills as Ip man for one last time.

The trailer for Ip man 3 will also be released at the end of September and we will certainly post that when the time comes. After the second movie, Donnie Yen said he would not make a third “Because Ip Man 2 will incontrovertibly become a classic, bettering the first. I believe it’s best to end something when it’s at perfection, and leave behind a good memory”.

But i was very happy when it came...

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...

Last week, we reported that the sequel Ip Man 3 has cast former boxing champ Mike Tyson alongside Donnie Yen. The production also announced that they will use a CGI rendering of Bruce Lee, as opposed to casting an actor to play the martial arts icon. Today, The Hollywood Reporter reveals that Bruce Lee's family is trying to stop his name, likeness and story from being used in director Wilson Yip's movie.

2010's Ip Man and 2011's Ip Man 2 are both based on the true story of Ip Man (Donnie Yen), the martial arts master who created the style known as Wing Chun, whose most famous student was Bruce Lee. The first two movies did not feature Bruce Lee as a character, focusing on Ip Man's early years in China. The producers could not find a suitable actor to play Bruce Lee on screen in Ip Man 3, so...

Ip Man 3 just introduced two interesting additions to its cast. Former heavyweight boxer Mike Tyson is coming aboard, and will fight the legendary Donnie Yen, who reprises his role as the title character. If that wasn't cool and/or weird enough for you, the filmmakers also plan to utilize a CG version of Bruce Lee as opposed to having an actor portray the Kung Fu legend.

Ip Man 3 begins shooting today in Shanghia, China on a reported budget of $36 million. Wilson Yip, who directed Ip Man and Ip Man 2, returns to helm this latest installment in the popular international action franchise. Producer Raymond Wong and writer Edmond Wong are also back for this third and possibly, but not likely, last movie. Pegasus chairman and Ip Man 3 producer Raymond Wong stated to THR:

"Two years ago Mike Tyson opened up a Weibo [the Chinese microblogging site] account and the first question he asked was,...

Jacob Cheung’s (Twin Dragons) elaborate wuxia-fantasy White Haired Witch debuts on Blu-ray™, DVD and digital March 10 from Well Go USA Entertainment. The martial arts extravaganza is loosely adapted from Liang Yusheng’s novel Baifa Monü Zhuan and stars Fan Bingbing (Iron Man 3, X-Men: Days of Future Past) and Huang Xiaoming (Eastern Bandits, Ip Man 2) as a pair of star-crossed lovers whose love could change the fate of the nation. … Continue reading →

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Martial artist Darren Shahlavi has died at the age of 42.

The acting fighter had appeared in such films as Mortal Kombat: Legacy, Watchmen and The CW series Arrow.

Shahlavi passed away last week (January 14) unexpectedly in his sleep. The cause of his death is unknown at this time.

On Tuesday, Arrow star Stephen Amell took to Twitter to share the news of Shahlavi's death.

Rip Darren Shahlavi. 1st guy I ever fought on Arrow. He was a great dude & a patient, thoughtful partner. Fight looked good because of him.

— Stephen Amell (@amellywood) January 20, 2015

"Rip Darren Shahlavi. 1st guy I ever fought on Arrow. He was a great dude & a patient, thoughtful partner. Fight looked good because of him," wrote Amell.

Shahlavi recently finished filming opposite Jean-Claude Van Damme in the upcoming 2015 drama Pound of Flesh.

His additional acting credits include Ip Man 2, 300 and Alone in the Dark.

English actor and martial artist Darren Shahlavi, whose screen credits include Donnie Yen’s Ip Man 2, Machinima’s Mortal Kombat: Legacy, and the upcoming Jean-Claude Van Damme film Pound Of Flesh, has died. He was 42. Shahlavi was found unresponsive at his La home on January 14, according to La County coroner’s office spokesman Ed Winter. The death was reported as a possible accident and the cause is pending the results of toxicological tests, said Winter.

The lifelong martial arts fan had trained since childhood in multiple disciplines before moving to Hong Kong in the 1990s to do film stuntwork, where legendary director and fight choreographer Yuen Woo Ping gave him his big break in 1996’s Tai Chi 2. Shahlavi segued into a Hollywood career as both stuntman and actor with the Eddie Murphy-Owen Wilson action-comedy I, Spy and followed with roles in a range of films from The Final Cut...

Darren Shahlavi, who appeared in popular TV shows including "Mortal Kombat: Legacy" and "Arrow," died of an apparent overdose ... TMZ has learned.Shahlavi was found dead January 14 at his L.A. home and law enforcement sources tell us ... it appears he overdosed on prescription meds.We're told the 42-year-old actor sadly had a history of drug and alcohol abuse. He pursued a stunt career in Hong Kong in the '90s and eventually came to the U.

Sammo Hung is one of the greatest Screen Fighters, Directors and Choreographers in Martial Arts cinema history. Started his early career as an extra in Shaw Brothers productions, then became of fight choreographer on a few of there movies.

It was when he started his career with Raymond Chow at Golden harvest Studios, that Sammo started to show what he could do in terms of action in-front and behind the camera. Sammo Hung has made some of the finest movies of all time and also bringing us some incredible talent such as Yuen Biao, Angela Mao, Lam Ching Ying, Michelle Yeoh and many more.

This is a list of 30 Sammo Hung movies you should check out, this list is also for new fans of the genre. So i hope you enjoy the list and i also mention some other Sammo Hung movies at the end of the page.

1.Hapkido (1972)

Director:...