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Beijing born Hu Jin Quan, better known as King Hu, worked as an actor, scriptwriter, set decorator and assistant director after joining the Shaw Brothers Studio in 1958. Hu slowly worked his way up as the director of “Sons of the Good Earth” (1965) under the influence of director Li Han Hsiang. Besides launching the film career of its star Cheng Pei Pei, Hu’s highly acclaimed wuxia film “Come Drink with Me” (1966) would put him on the world map. After leaving Shaw, he directed “Dragon Inn” (1967) in Taiwan which became a phenomenal cult classic in Southeast Asia.

Hu continued to achieve more fame with films like “A Touch of Zen” (1971), “The Valiant Ones” (1975), “Raining in the Mountain” and “Legend of the Mountain” both in 1979. Although his later films were less successful commercially, he returned from California to direct “Swordsman” (1990) and “Painted Skin” (1992). Actually, producer Tsui Hark‘s team had to finish...

Mark Scout’s fight against the faceless authority in Severance definitely has parallels to one of the darkest dystopian books ever written. George Orwell’s classic 1984 delves into the consequences of mass surveillance and based his book on the Soviet Union under Stalinism and Nazi Germany. Ben Stiller’s show is however set in the corporate world, possibly a satire of the entire system.

Adam Scott as Mark in Severance Season 2 | Credits: Apple TV

Severance follows a group of office employees entering the ‘Severance’ project which makes it impossible for them to remember their office life at home. Interestingly, the premise came to creator Dan Erickson when he was fantasizing about work-life balance while going to work one day.

The parallels between Severance and George Orwell’s 1984 George Orwell’s 1984 | Credits: Nevil Clavain, licensed under Cc By-sa 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

George Orwell’s timeless classic, 1984, introduced us to Big Brother,...

When Malcolm Washington was working his first movie job — as a camera production assistant on Jon Favreau’s 2014 Chef — he struck up a friendship with Roy Choi, the film’s food consultant. As a lifelong Angeleno, Washington, 33, was a huge fan of Choi’s restaurants, and the two bonded over their shared experience of being new to a movie set (apart, of course, from Malcolm visiting his dad, Denzel Washington, at work as a kid).

“We didn’t stay in touch, because I was just a P.A.,” says Washington. But a decade later, he was celebrating picture lock on his directorial debut and decided to treat himself to dinner at a sushi bar. When he sat down at the only open seat, he found himself next to Choi: “I told him, ‘I just finished my first movie as a director 20 minutes ago,’ and he said, ‘I always knew you’d do something.

Derek Frazier has come a long way in his weight loss journey.

Big Brother fans met him during the 2021 season when he was on the BB23 cast.

The son of boxing legend Joe Frazier, Derek joined the cast as a safety officer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Derek finished as the BB23 runner-up, with Xavier Prather becoming the latest Big Brother winner.

Derek and Xavier were also part of one of the most successful Big Brother alliances, as all six members of The Cookout made it to the end.

Now Derek is proud to reveal that he has lost 71 pounds in 10 months of hard work.

Derek Frazier’s weight loss journey

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Boston Rob Mariano came to the end of his road on The Traitors 3.

A dramatic Roundtable had much of the castle targeting Rob after his chaotic time on the show.

The former Survivor winner came in hot, looking to make big moves as soon as host Alan Cumming revealed he was a Traitor.

Nearly anyone who spoke out against Rob became targeted, and that wake of the eliminated players led a trail right to him.

Fellow Traitors Carolyn Wiger and Danielle Reyes also turned against him at the Roundtable, leading to his inevitable exit.

Boston Rob finished 12th place on the season and we will see him again at the reunion. But many Traitors fans have shared their frustrations and sadness that he is gone.

Many Traitors fans miss Boston Rob on The Traitors 3

“I don’t care about all the haters. I’m sad to see Boston Rob go.

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...

Jujutsu Kaisen might leave you with mixed feelings about the overall story that Gege Akutami told, but the one undeniably brilliant aspect was the action. The thrill of the fight and the smooth choreography kept us on our toes. In a world of sorcery, it relied on combat quite a lot.

One interesting fight involved the Strongest Sorcerer, Gojo Satoru, in close combat with Miguel Oduol. Formerly as a commander to Suguru Geto, he was loyal enough to go against the strongest to help his vision. That obviously didn’t end well for him but it landed him a different job.

Miguel Oduol from Jujutsu Kaisen 0. [Credit: Mappa]

What was curious about this fight wasn’t that Miguel fought Gojo on equal footing (almost) or that the strongest sorcerer went all out in a close combat situation. Gojo’s moves in Jujutsu Kaisen 0 perfectly mirrored a scene from a martial arts movie.

With Women Of Action, Caroline Siede digs into the history of women-driven action movies to explore what these stories say about gender and how depictions of female action heroes have evolved over time.

American audiences have been rediscovering Michelle Yeoh for decades. She was a Bond girl in 1997, a major...

Known primarily for their work in The Five Deadly Venoms, a group of five martial arts actors starred in a slew of entertaining kung fu flicks. Martial arts movies have a tendency to recreate actor pairings that studio already know can lead to success. Jackie Chan's Three Dragons movies with Yuen Biao and Sammo Hung are a perfect example of this. Also worth mentioning are the various partnerships between Ti Lung and David Chiang in classic Shaw Brothers movies, as well as the films that boast Jean-Claude Van Damme and Scott Adkins as co-stars.

The vast majority of these actor team-ups are duos and trios, but that's not the case for the Venom Mob. Taking their name from their Five Deadly Venoms movie from 1977, the Venom Mob consisted of five actors, all of whom being talented martial artists. A long list of great kung fu movies managed to pack...

The Asian Film Awards Academy (Afa Academy or Afaa) announced the nominations for the 18th Asian Film Awards (AFA18) and the Jury President for this year in Hong Kong today.

Thirty outstanding films from 25 countries and regions have been shortlisted to compete for 16 awards at AFA18, which celebrates artistic and technical achievements in Asian cinema. The prestigious lineup of nominees from around Asia includes seven Japanese films: Teki Cometh, Desert of Namibia (Yamanaka Yoko), All the Long Nights, My Sunshine, Happyend (Sora Neo), The Box Man (Ishii Gakuryu) and Black Ox.

Korean auteur Jang Jae-hyun’s Exhuma received eleven nominations, making it the most nominated film this year. It will compete for Best Film with Yoshida Daihachi’s Teki Cometh, Cannes Grand Prix-winning film All We Imagine as Light (Payal Kapadia), China’s Black Dog (Guan Hu), which was screened in the 37th TIFF Gala Selection, and Hong Kong’s...

South Korea’s Exhuma has topped the field, earning 11 nominations at the 18th Asian Film Awards, followed by Hong Kong’s Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In with nine nominations.

Hong Kong martial arts legend Sammo Hung will serve as the jury president for the awards, which feature a selection of 30 films from 25 countries and regions, competing across 16 categories. The awards ceremony will take place on March 16 in Hong Kong.

Directed by Jang Jae-hyun, Exhuma gained nominations for Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Newcomer, Best Screenplay, Best Original Music, Best Costume Design, Best Production Design, Best Visual Effects and Best Sound.

Adapted from the novel “City of Darkness” by Yuyi, Hong Kong action blockbuster Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In gained nine nominations, including Best Film, Best Supporting Actor, Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Original Music, Best Costume Design, Best Production Design, Best Visual Effects and Best Sound.

South Korean box office hit Exhuma and Hong Kong action blockbuster Twilight Of The Warriors: Walled In lead the nominations for the 18th Asian Film Awards, with a jury led by martial arts icon Sammo Hung.

Supernatural thriller Exhuma, directed by Jang Jae-hyun, leads the pack with 11 nods followed by Soi Cheang’s action thriller Twilight Of The Warriors: Walled In, which received nine nominations.

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Both titles were named in the best film category alongside Payal Kapadia’s Cannes Grand Prix winner All We Imagine As Light; Guan Hu’s Chinese drama Black Dog,...

The 18th Asian Film Awards, the region’s leading cinema honors, unveiled its 2025 nominations Friday, with South Korea’s horror hit Exhuma leading the pack with 11 nods. Directed by Jang Jae-hyun, the supernatural thriller melds feng shui and shamanistic traditions in a haunting narrative about an ominous grave. The movie was both a critical favorite and a huge theatrical sensation in South Korea, becoming the country’s highest-grossing film of the year. Alongside its best film nomination, the film earned recognition across several major categories, including best director, best actor for Choi Min-sik and best actress for Kim Go-eun.

The Asia Film Awards will return to Hong Kong on March 16 with a glitzy ceremony at the city’s Xiqu Centre in the West Kowloon Cultural District. This year’s lineup of honorees includes 30 films from 25 countries and regions, spanning 16 competitive categories.

The Hong Kong throwback action epic Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In,...

Martial arts legend Sammo Hung has been tapped as jury president for the 18th Asian Film Awards, while South Korean supernatural thriller “Exhuma” and Hong Kong action pic “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” dominate the nominations.

South Korean supernatural thriller “Exhuma,” helmed by director Jang Jae-hyun and marking the return of veteran actor Choi Min-sik, leads with 11 nods including best film, director, actor and actress. The film weaves elements of feng shui and traditional shamanism in its story of an ominous grave investigation.

Hong Kong action film “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” follows with nine nominations. Based on Yuyi’s “City of Darkness” novel and set in the 1980s Kowloon Walled City, the film is competing for best film, supporting actor and multiple technical awards.

Soi Cheang’s Hong Kong action film “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” follows with nine nominations. Based on Yuyi’s “City of Darkness...

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...

As Survivor's host since the beginning (who later became the show's producer), Jeff Probst has had a lot of influence over the hit reality show. That makes sense, since even fans who are figuring out which seasons to watch first will realize Jeff has been a part of the show since the first player was medically evacuated. However, fans and Jeff have disagreed about things like which seasons are the best, who the greatest winners are, and who should be called the best players ever.

On the other hand, Jeff and Survivor fans all seem to agree that Cirie Fields is a legend of the show who deserves to be in the Survivor Hall of Fame. Despite how respected she is, Cirie once revealed what her biggest regret about the game was.

Survivor Legend Cirie Fields Regrets That She Never Improved Her Physical Ability In The Game

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In Cult Of Criterion, The A.V. Club highlights a new release from The Criterion Collection each month, examining the films entering an increasingly accessible film canon.

Only Sammo Hung could inject a grim Vietnam war movie with the kind of bouncy humor that always seems to accompany his regular troupe of acrobatic action heroes.

Welcome to Global Breakouts, Deadline’s strand in which we shine a spotlight on the TV shows and films killing it in their local territories. The industry is as globalized as it’s ever been, but breakout hits are appearing in pockets of the world all the time and it can be hard to keep track. So we’re going to do the hard work for you.

Following last edition’s trip to Latvia, we are heading to Hong Kong with Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, a martial arts hit that is making waves at the global box office. Bolstered by an all-star cast, the film follows an illegal migrant, who is also a skilled fighter, as he finds a way to survive in the triad-ridden Kowloon Walled City, invoking Hong Kong’s martial arts movies of the past. Although concrete walls tower onscreen, the film’s success has scaled all blockades,...

Like much of actor-choreographer-director Sammo Hung’s work behind the camera, 1987’s Eastern Condors is a collision of disparate tones held together through sheer force of will. During the Vietnam War, a group of Chinese prisoners get a chance at parole and American citizenship if they undertake a secret mission to destroy a cache of weapons before they can fall into the hands of the Viet Cong. This sets up a standard war movie abundant in heroic sacrifice, last-stand shootouts, and archetype characters, but Hung brings his martial arts expertise and propensity for slapstick to a film otherwise keyed to the tragic human waste of war.

Proof of the influence that Hung, who stars in the film as Tung Ming-sun, wielded within the Hong Kong industry, the members of the ad hoc suicide squad at the film’s center are played by a who’s-who of stars and character actors,...

Renowned Hong Kong director and producer Soi Cheang is repping his country for the first time in the International Feature Oscar category, with this year’s box office hit Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In. The film has made over $111 million globally since it first premiered locally in early May, and then went on to screen as part of the Midnights section in Cannes.

During Deadline’s Contenders Film: International awards-season showcase, Cheang talked about approaching the project, which is based on Andy Seto’s Chinese comic City of Darkness, and re-creating the titular enclave of British Colonial Hong Kong which was ultimately demolished in 1993.

The film is set in the 1980s and follows troubled youth Chan Lok-kwun (Raymond Lam) as he accidentally enters the Walled City, discovers the order amidst its chaos, and learns important life lessons along the way. In the Walled City, he becomes close friends with Shin,...

For most, the world of anime and manga is dominated by shonen series, typically action-focused storyies aimed primarily at a young male demographic (famed hits like Dragon Ball Z and even Death Note included). However, there are also anime and manga aimed at an older demographic, and that category is known as seinen.

So, what is seinen? "Seinen" is media aimed at older males in their late teens and 20s. In general, these series tend to star older protagonists, feature more explicit content, and deal with darker subject matter (though not all have to). While that male audience is the only real requirement to be seinen, the series can be enjoyed by anyone, and contains the variety to do exactly that. Below are ten of the absolute best seinen series available, offering great entry points into this diverse and underappreciated genre.

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In 2009, Disney purchased the film rights to Marvel Studios. In 2012, Disney purchased Lucasfilm. In 2017, Disney purchased the 20th Century Fox library. Thanks to these major buys, Disney now owns some of the most bankable films of all time. When not adjusted for inflation, Disney also owns a controlling stake in nine out of the 10 highest-grossing movies ever, including two "Avatar" movies, "Titanic," three movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a Pixar film, a "Star Wars" film, and a remake of an animated classic.

But every major hit seems to balance itself out with a major loss. Disney also has ownership of some of the biggest box office bombs of all time, as the "high risk, high reward" filmmaking model has proven unsuccessful at least as often as it has worked. Disney also owns major commercial duds like "The Marvels," "John Carter," "The Lone Ranger," "Mars Needs Moms," "Tomorrowland," "Onward," "Strange World,...

Big Brother is represented on The Traitors again this winter, joining the various other reality shows that sent players to Scotland.

Two Big Brother alums appeared in each of the first two seasons of The Traitors US. Viewers saw Cody Calafiore and Rachel Reilly in Season 1 and Dan Gheesling and Janelle Pierzina in Season 2.

Big Brother 2 winner Dr. Will Kirby had a guest appearance in the second season as a staged cabin owner (with wolves) in the Scottish forest.

Danielle Reyes and Britney Haynes are in the mix for The Traitors Season 3, but they must contend with 19 other people competing for the $250,000 prize pool.

Danielle was on BB3 and Big Brother All-Stars, while Britney was on BB12 and BB14. The ladies also played on Big Brother: Reindeer Games last winter.

Will Danielle or Britney be chosen as Traitors? We will have to tune in to find out this winter!

We sat with director Soi Cheang to talk about his latest film, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, which premiered in the Midnight section of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival and selected as Hong Kong’s official submission for consideration in the category of Best International Feature at the 97th Academy Awards. Cheang clarifies some misconceptions on the project’s origins previously reported in the Western media while also touching on the significant set design of the film in reconstructing a specific portion of 1980s Hong Kong, Kowloon City. Cheang talks about working with the legendary Sammo Hung, as well as how the film’s significant box office success has generated plans for a franchise.…...

Famous around the world for being a master of action and humor, Jackie Chan has been acting for over six decades, known for expertly blending the seemingly unrelated genres of extreme combat and slapstick comedy. Chan made a name for himself using his superior control over his body to execute unbelievable stunts and simultaneously create humorous instances of physical comedy by twisting and falling in hilarious ways. His facial expressions in moments of intensity never fail to elicit laughter, with over-the-top reactions to any big reveal or surprise in a film.

Also famous for doing his stunt work by himself, Chan has wowed fans for years with appearances in over 150 films. Be they comical or serious, most of Jackie Chan's best stunts always involve impressive physical flexibility and resilience. Having proven again and again that he is willing to go the distance to create realistic sequences, many consider Chan the...

Most audiences know Yuen Woo-ping as the influential martial arts choreographer behind films like The Matrix and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, but Yuen has also directed some incredible films as well. Yuen began his directing career with a strong start thanks to the Jackie Chan films Snake in the Eagle's Shadow and Drunken Master. The combination of comedy and action seen in the films would continue to pop up throughout Yuen's career as he continued to collaborate with celebrated martial arts actors like Sammo Hung, Donnie Yen, and Michelle Yeoh.

Yuen is an undeniable talent, putting together some of the most famous action scenes in both Hong Kong and Hollywood films. Yet, Yuen is also referred to as one of the best martial arts directors of all time. His background as a choreographer has lent itself well to Yuen's job as a director. Yuen has been able to create numerous...

Mainland born Lo Wei was an actor whose film career flourished after migrating to Hong Kong. After directing “The Black Butterfly” for Shaw Brothers, he followed it up with “Death Valley” starring the same pair of male leads. He is best known as the director who launched the kung fu film careers of Bruce Lee in “The Big Boss” and “Fist of Fury” and also Jackie Chan in “New Fist of Fury”.

Master Chao Yun Yang (Lo Wei) of the Chao Manor in Death Valley is getting old and thinking of retiring. Since he has no children, he wants to give everything he owns to his nephew Chao Yu Lung (Yueh Hua), a righteous swordsman who wields a pair of deadly short swords. Before the opening credits roll, we see him easily dispatching a group of bandits and he even pays for their burial. Furthermore, he also picks up a cowardly lone traveler,...

Angela Murray was a polarizing force on the Big Brother 26 cast. Some fans disliked her as a player, while others tuned in to see what she would do next.

During the first week of BB26, Angela turned some fans against her when she called Matt Hardeman “crazy eyes” in front of the other players.

Matt got evicted during that first week, and the people cheering for him immediately turned on Angela.

While some viewers hoped she would go home each week, many other Big Brother fans felt she brought the game back to some original gameplay on the reality competition show.

Despite being targeted early by several other houseguests, Angela made it to Day 73 before she was evicted.

The real estate agent from Utah finished seventh place on the season and became one of the top vote-getters for America’s Favorite Houseguest.

Some Big Brother fans are convinced Angela Murray...

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.

On Sunday 3 November 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother!

Season 2 Episode 25 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother” on ITV2 promises to bring excitement and intrigue as a fresh group of housemates enters the iconic reality TV house. This season features a diverse cast, carefully chosen from various backgrounds, ensuring a mix of personalities and stories. Each housemate will have their own unique perspective and experiences, setting the stage for interesting interactions and potential conflicts.

As the cameras roll, viewers will witness the daily lives of these housemates, capturing every moment of their journey. The show will focus on how they adapt to living together under one roof, sharing their thoughts, dreams, and challenges. With twists and turns expected throughout the season, fans can look forward to unexpected alliances and rivalries forming within the house.

Over the next six weeks, the housemates will face challenges that test their relationships and strategies.

Many Big Brother alumni dressed up for Halloween this year, and some of the great costumes included their family members.

It’s a yearly event to see former Big Brother houseguests dressed up, almost suggesting that being on the show indicates they have fun doing it.

Most of these folks had to wear costumes during their time in the Big Brother house, whether it was from a theme or due to a punishment.

Some folks are quite impressive with their costume game, especially when they put together a couple’s theme.

Big Brother fans have even gotten into the game again this year, with several people dressing as a BB26 cast member.

Early costumes featured Big Brother fans dressed as Angela Murray, and they pulled it off.

Big Brother alums celebrate Halloween 2024

Reindeer Games and BB18 winner Nicole Franzel and her husband, Victor Arroyo, went as Toy Story characters this time.

Hong Kong martial arts legend Sammo Hung, prolific Japanese martial arts actor Yasuaki Kurata and action director Kenji Tanigaki discussed martial arts cinema and shared behind-the-scenes anecdotes together in Tokyo.

They appeared as part of a panel titled “Martial Arts on the Silver Screen: Past, Present, and Future” during Tiffcom, the market held alongside the Tokyo International Film Festival.

“I’ve done martial arts since I was young, learned from different masters and then worked very hard to return this blessing,” said Hung. “The essence of martial arts in Hong Kong is its spirit and our work ethic. We really invested ourselves fully in our film work and we want to convey this spirit to the next generation.”

Hung is a pivotal figure in Hong Kong cinema, appearing in more than 200 films and elevating the territory’s martial arts genre.

He recently starred in Soi Cheang’s Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In,...

Veteran action movie ace Sammo Hung, Japanese actor Kurata Yasuaki and action choreographer-turned director Tanigaki Kenji had a ball on Thursday in Tokyo as they took a light-hearted trip down memory lane to discuss the state of martial art action movies from Hong Kong.

In a panel discussion held in the confines of Tiffcom, the rights market aligned with the Tokyo International Film Festival, the three were seemingly selected to represent the past, present and future of the genre.

“Hong Kong’s place in the film world is well deserved. We worked so hard for it,” said Hung. “Nobody paid attention to us for ages, so we could do what we liked. Then, finally, our time came.”

Hung (real name Hung Kam-bo) has over 250 film credits according to the Internet Movie Database in roles ranging from actor and stuntman to producer and director. These include “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In,...

Blu-ray.com has announced the new collection of martial arts films coming to Blu-ray from the iconic Chinese film studio Golden Harvest. The 8-disc collection is called Golden Harvest Vol. 2: Shining Stars and the set will be hitting retailers just in time for Christmas on December 17.

The description reads:

Some of the biggest names in Hong Kong martial arts and action scenes collide in Golden Harvest Vol. 2: Shining Stars! Featuring eight classics spanning from the seventies to the nineties, this collection features punches and performances from Brandon Lee, Jimmy Wang Yu, Angela Mao, Jet Li, Sammo Hung, and the legendary Chuck Norris.

The new Blu-ray set includes:

Beach Of The War Gods (1080p High-Definition Widescreen (2.35:1) / Mandarin & English Dub DTS-hd Master Audio 2.0 Dual Mono / 101 min.)

At the end of the Ming dynasty, a wandering warrior assembles a team of mercenaries to defend a coastal village from the tyranny of Japanese marauders.

On Wednesday 30 October 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother!

Season 2 Episode 22 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother” on ITV2 promises to be exciting as a new group of housemates prepares to enter the famous reality TV house. This season, the producers have carefully chosen individuals from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a mix of personalities and experiences that will keep viewers engaged.

As the housemates settle in, they will face challenges, form alliances, and navigate the ups and downs of living together. The cameras will capture every moment, allowing the audience to witness the drama and camaraderie that unfolds. With twists and turns expected, fans can look forward to surprises that will keep them on the edge of their seats.

The six-week journey will test the housemates in ways they may not expect. As they interact and clash, friendships will blossom, and rivalries may develop. Each episode will reveal new dynamics and...

The excitement continues with Season 2 Episode 27 of “Big Brother: Late and Live,” airing on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 11:00 Pm on ITV2. This episode promises to be packed with exclusive content straight from the Big Brother house. With a live studio audience present, the atmosphere is sure to be electric as the latest evictees take the stage for their first interviews. Fans can expect candid conversations and behind-the-scenes insights that only “Late and Live” can provide.

In this episode, viewers will also get a unique look at the housemates through exclusive camera run access. This feature allows fans to see moments that may not have made it to the main show. Celebrity guest commentators will join the discussion, offering their thoughts on the latest drama and developments in the house. Their perspectives are always entertaining and add an extra layer of excitement to the recap.

The episode will also include the weekly nomination results,...

On Monday 28 October 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother: Late and Live!

Season 2 Episode 20 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother: Late and Live” promises to be an exciting one for fans of the show. Airing on ITV2, this episode will be filmed at the Big Brother house in front of a live studio audience. This unique setting adds an extra layer of energy and excitement to the program.

Viewers can look forward to the first live interviews with the evicted housemates. These interviews provide an opportunity to hear directly from those who have left the house, offering insights into their experiences and thoughts about the game. This week’s evictees will share their feelings about their time in the house and their reactions to the ongoing drama.

In addition to the interviews, the episode will feature exclusive camera run access. This behind-the-scenes look gives fans a chance to see moments...

On Monday 28 October 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother!

Season 2 Episode 20 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother” on ITV2 promises to bring excitement and drama as a new cast of housemates enters the iconic reality TV house. This season features a diverse group of individuals, each coming from different backgrounds and experiences. The carefully selected housemates will live together for up to six weeks, creating the perfect setting for unexpected moments and intense interactions.

As the cameras roll 24/7, viewers can expect to see the housemates navigate their new environment, forming friendships, rivalries, and alliances. The dynamics within the house are bound to shift, leading to surprising twists and turns that keep everyone guessing. With each housemate bringing their unique personality, the interactions are likely to be both entertaining and revealing.

This episode will highlight the challenges and tasks that the housemates face, testing their abilities to work together and adapt...

One of the biggest reasons Big Brother is widely recognized as one of the best reality shows ever is because of how invested fans are in the show. After all, Big Brother fans care about things like ranking every season, what happened to the first winner, and where the first female winner is now. On top of that, Big Brother viewers also want what is best for the players, so they hope they get paid well and they were rooting for Adam Jasinski throughout his struggles and recovery.

On the other hand, sometimes Big Brother fans reject a houseguest because they are concerned about the other players. A perfect example of that is the fact that many Big Brother fans were outraged that Jc Mounduix wasn't ejected from the house.

Why Many Big Brother Fans Think Jc Mounduix Should Have Been Ejected

During Big Brother 20, Jc Mounduix lasted so long...

Scott Adkins is a modern legend of martial arts movies, with his best on-screen fights up there with some of the greats in the genre. The British actor and martial artist first got his start in movies in the early 2000s Hong Kong kung fu film scene, getting early opportunities to work with legends like Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung. However, it wasn't until his villainous portrayal of the mad Russian fighter Yuri Boyka in the Undisputed series that he became a regular in some of Hollywood's greatest unarmed combat sequences.

Over Scott Adkins' lengthy filmography, he has crossed fists with some household name actors like Donnie Yen, Keanu Reeves, and Iko Uwais, just to name a few. However, Adkins himself can be just as valuable when fighting hordes of no-name thugs or one-off character performances in lesser-known films as well, a worthy center of the action in his own right.

Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan reveals his one condition to star in the 2025 comedy action movie Love Hurts. Quan won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of time-traveling husband Waymond Wang in Everything Everywhere All at Once. Love Hurts revolves around a familiar premise about an average nobody turning into an action hero. Quan plays a mild-mannered realtor, Marvin Gable, who's a hitman hiding in plain sight.

In an exclusive interview with Screen Rant, Quan shared the one big condition to starring in Love Hurts. As a big fan of Hong Kong action movies in the '80s, the actor found that era to be "really special" and part of the reason was actors like Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung, and Jet Li performing their own stunts. With Love Hurts, one thing he requested was to "do all the fights," "every punch, every kick" by himself. He...

On Thursday 24 October 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother!

Season 2 Episode 17 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother” on ITV2 promises to be an exciting one. A new group of housemates, chosen from various backgrounds, will enter the iconic Big Brother house. This season, the selection aims to bring together a diverse mix of personalities, ensuring that viewers will see a wide range of interactions and dynamics.

As these housemates settle into their new home, they will have their every move captured by cameras. The challenges and surprises that come with living in the house will unfold in real-time, keeping the audience engaged. With twists and turns expected, the new cast will face both fun and tense moments as they navigate their relationships and the game.

Fans of the show can look forward to seeing how these individuals adapt to life in the house. The interactions and conflicts that arise will likely lead to memorable moments.

Throughout reality TV history, Survivor and Big Brother have proven to be two of the genre's best shows ever. After all, there have been many great Survivor seasons and anyone who ranks Big Brother seasons will know how great that show can be. As a result, Survivor fans care enough to know which player was medically evacuated first and Big Brother viewers want to know what happened to the first female viewer.

Most importantly, fans of Jeff Probst's show keep track of the best players ever and Big Brother fans still love its iconic stars. For that reason, it was huge news when it was announced that Survivor's Parvati Shallow and Big Brother's Dr. Will Kirby are going to compete as a part of Deal or No Deal Island.

Why Dr. Will Kirby Joining The Cast Of Deal Or No Deal Island Season 2 Is A Huge Deal

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On Wednesday 23 October 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother!

Season 2 Episode 16 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother” on ITV2 promises an exciting new chapter for fans of the show. A fresh group of housemates, chosen from diverse backgrounds, will be moving into the iconic Big Brother house. These carefully selected individuals will live together under constant surveillance, with cameras documenting their interactions and experiences.

Viewers can expect plenty of drama and surprises as the housemates navigate their new environment. With personalities from all walks of life, the dynamics within the house are sure to be interesting. The twists and turns of their relationships will keep the audience engaged, as the housemates face challenges and form alliances.

This season is set to last up to six weeks, giving plenty of time for stories to unfold. Each episode will reveal how the housemates adapt to their new reality and how their choices...

On Tuesday 22 October 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother!

Season 2 Episode 15 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother” on ITV2 promises to bring excitement and drama as a new cast of housemates enters the iconic reality TV house. This season features a diverse group of individuals, each chosen from different backgrounds and walks of life. Fans can expect to see how these personalities clash and connect as they live together under one roof for up to six weeks.

With cameras watching their every move, the housemates will face various challenges and twists that will test their relationships and strategies. As the nation tunes in, viewers will witness the highs and lows of life in the Big Brother house. The interactions and dynamics among the housemates will be at the forefront, providing plenty of moments to discuss and debate.

As the episode unfolds, the tension is sure to rise, with alliances forming and rivalries brewing.

Sammo Hung is a legend in martial arts and kung fu cinema, playing many different roles as an actor and also producing, directing, and choreographing fight sequences, setting the trend on many aspects of the genre overall. He was a pivotal figure in the Hong Kong New Wave movement, creating some of the best kung fu films of the 1980s, popularizing the kung fu genre to a larger, international audience with his focus on clever stories, dramatic narratives, and more Western-style action and special effects, as well as other technical aspects, like synchronous sound and filming movies on different locations.

Whether in front of the camera or behind it, Sammo has left his mark on the culture of martial arts cinema. Films like The Prodigal Son and Pedicab Driver are landmarks in their genre, with stand-out acting, storytelling, and fight scenes that are as iconic today as they were back then.

On Sunday 20 October 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother!

Season 2 Episode 13 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother” on ITV2 promises to bring excitement and drama as a new group of housemates enters the iconic reality TV house. This season features a diverse cast, chosen carefully to represent various backgrounds and lifestyles. Viewers can expect to see how these different personalities interact and navigate life under constant surveillance.

As the housemates settle in, they will face challenges that test their relationships and strategies. With cameras capturing every moment, the tensions and alliances will unfold in real-time. The dynamics in the house are bound to change, leading to unexpected twists that keep everyone on their toes.

The episode will highlight key moments of conflict and camaraderie, showcasing the highs and lows of living together in such close quarters. Fans of the show can look forward to following the journey of these new...

Big Brother 26 winner Chelsie Baham has established herself as a legend of the reality competition series because of her phenomenal gameplay. Chelsie won Big Brother 26 after Makensy Manbeck became the final Head of Household (Hoh) and brought her to the end of the game with her instead of Cam Sullivan-Brown. Chelsie had won Part 1 of the final Hoh competition, while Makensy had won Part 2. The two women then faced off in Part 3, which Makensy won.

Throughout Big Brother 26, Chelsie navigated the game very well. From her competition wins to her social game, she proved that she's a new Big Brother legend. Here's why Chelsie will go down in history as one of the best players and winners in the history of the show.

Chelsie Baham Was Hoh Four Times In Big Brother 26 Chelsie Won The Power More Times Than Any Other Big Brother 26 Houseguest View this post on InstagramA post...

On Thursday 17 October 2024, ITV2 broadcasts Big Brother!

Season 2 Episode 11 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Big Brother” promises to bring excitement and drama as a new cast of housemates enters the iconic reality TV house. These housemates come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing their unique stories and personalities to the mix. The show will air on ITV2 and is set to keep audiences engaged for up to six weeks.

As the cameras roll 24/7, viewers will witness the daily lives of the housemates, filled with challenges, friendships, and rivalries. With every twist and turn, the dynamics in the house are sure to change, creating moments of tension and laughter. The carefully selected group is bound to spark interesting interactions, making the show a must-watch for fans of reality television.

This season, “Big Brother” will continue to explore themes of competition and camaraderie, as housemates navigate their relationships while vying for the ultimate prize.