Cine-Aisa are once again releases a treasure trove of Hong Kong Legend titles for your viewing pleasure.
All out to buy on 15th October 2012
MY LUCKY STARS
A HK$ 30,000,000 Asian box-office smash-hit, featuring crackerjack comedy and ground-breaking action from three of the greatest Martial Arts Legends of all time: Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung & Yuen Biao.
Jackie Chan heads up an all-star cast in this outrageous crime-caper involving two Hong-Kong cops sent to Tokyo to apprehend an ex-colleague and recover a fortune in stolen diamonds. When one is captured by the Yakuza-gang protecting the rogue cop, the other enlists the services of his shady orphanage buddies, including the irrepressible 'Fastbuck' (Sammo Hung) to help break the case. Not surprisingly, all hell breaks loose, as the craziest assortment of degenerate misfits ever assembled embarks on a non-stop, 'anything-goes' action-adventure which will have you reaching for the 'rewind' button, time and time again!
Special Features:
* Digitally Re-mastered and Restored DVD Transfer
* 16 x 9 Anamorphic Version Enhanced for Widescreen TVs
* Dolby Digital 5.1 Audio
* Dual Language Format (English Dubbed and Cantonese with Re-mastered English Subtitles)
* Feature-length audio-commentary with Hong Kong Film Expert Bey Logan
* Interview Gallery Including Talent Showcase with Co-star and Leading Hollywood Stuntwoman Michiko Nishiwaki
* Fully Animated Themed Menus
* Trailer Archive
Battle Creek Brawl
In his first historic feature for a Western audience, Jackie takes up the role of Jerry Kwan, a flamboyant Kung Fu expert, forced to compete in a no-holds-barred street-fighting tournament by heavy-hitting syndicate mobsters.
Crafted by the director and producer that brought you the Bruce Lee classic Enter the Dragon, BATTLE CREEK BRAWL is a stunning showcase for the remarkable physical prowess of Jackie Chan. Performing some of the fastest and most powerful Wing Chun hand techniques ever recorded on film, Jackie also stops the show with a multi-point bicycle-kick performed effortlessly without the aid of a wire!
Combining action, romance and Chan's remarkable physical comedy, BATTLE CREEK BRAWL is a dynamic martial-arts extravaganza, which is a resounding hit with fans all over the World. Now fully restored with a selection of collectable features, including a candid and revealing interview with Jackie Chan, this is one DVD that no self-respecting action-cinema devotee should be without!!
Special Features:
* Digitally Re-mastered and Restored DVD Transfer
* 16:9 Anamorphic Version Enhanced for Widescreen TVs
* English Language Feature * Animated Biography Showcase * Original Theatrical Trailer
* UK Promotional Trailer * Interview with Jackie Chan *Production Photo Gallery *Animated DVD Menus
MAGNIFICENT BUTCHER
MAGNIFICENT BUTCHER saw the first collaboration between Action-Legend Sammo Hung and ace director Yuen Woo-ping, who recently shot to fame in the West, courtesy of his stunning action choreography in both The Matrix and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.
A fast-paced, feral martial arts action-adventure inspired by the legend of Wong Fei-hung, as immortalised in the Once Upon a Time in China movies, MAGNIFICENT BUTCHER concentrates on the adventures of Wong's 'larger than life' student Lam Sai-wing. When Lam is framed for murder by students of a rival clan, he must race against the clock to track down the real assassin and clear his name.
Sammo's trademark physique combined with his amazing speed and agility guarantee the definitive portrayal of the legendary Lam Sai-wing. The final showdown where Sammo matches his 'five animals' style against Lee Hoi-san's 'five elements' is one of the defining moments of contemporary Martial Arts Action Cinema.
Special Features:
* Digitally Re-mastered and Restored DVD Transfer
* 16:9 Anamorphic Version Enhanced for Widescreen TVs
* Dual Language Format (English Dubbed and Cantonese Language with Re-mastered English Subtitles)
* Feature-length audio-commentary with Hong Kong Cinema Expert Bey Logan
* Original Theatrical Trailer *UK Promotional Trailer *Animated Biography: Sammo Hung & Yuen Woo-ping
* Interview Gallery with Sammo Hung & Yuen Woo-ping
STORY OF RICKY
Extreme 'Manga-in-Motion' fantasy action-adventure. Banned in many countries around the World. Now totally uncut on DVD for the first time ever!! A radical fusion of brutal martial artistry, extreme violence and dark visuals, STORY OF RICKY is one of the most infamous and disturbing film projects in the history of Asian Cinema.
Based on the Japanese comic-strip 'Riki Oh', the movie is set in a futuristic prison where Riki is mistakenly locked up and then systemically tortured by the sadistic warden and his cohorts. Through his radical actions and selfless attitude, Riki quickly becomes a hero for the rest of the inmates and initiates a daring plan to break free from the brutal regime in which he is incarcerated.
Featuring some of the most extreme violence ever recorded on film, STORY OF RICKY is the holy grail of horror and manga fans all over the World. Gore-hounds who indulge in the dubious pleasures of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Ichi the Killer and I Spit on your Grave! will be in Seventh Heaven!!
Special Features:
* Digitally Re-mastered and Restored DVD Transfer
* 16 x 9 Anamorphic Version Enhanced for Widescreen TVs
* Dolby Digital 5.1 Audio
* Dual Language Format (English Dubbed and Cantonese with Re-mastered English Subtitles)
* Feature-length audio-commentary by Hong Kong Stuntman Jude Poyer and Critic Miles Wood
* Trailer Archive * Interview with Leading Man Fan Siu-wong * Martial Arts Showcase with Leading Man Fan Siu-wong
* Fully Animated Themed Menus
THE SCORPION KING
Visually resplendent, emotive, action-packed adventure from David Lai, visionary director of cult-classic, Saviour of the Soul
Produced by Sammo Hung, this gripping tale details the adventures of Fai Yuk-Su, an idealistic young hero, who lives vicariously through the legendary martial arts heroes which he illustrates on the back of his class-book. When he rescues a beautiful young girl from a prostitution racket headed by a local police chief, he is drawn into a dangerous web of deceit, protected by the formidable fighting skills of THE SCORPION KING.
With his heroic illustrations as inspiration and a real Kung-Fu master to guide him, Fai Yuk-Su must draw on all his courage, strength and skill to overcome the incredible kicking power of THE SCORPION KING.
Showcasing jaw-dropping physical performances from Korean Tae-kwon-do phenomenon Won Jin, Hong Kong Stunt-God Chin Ka Lok, and 'Shaw Brothers Legend' Lau Kar Leung, this rip-roaring martial-arts adventure is one of the most innovative and compelling ever made. A genuine classic!!
Special Features:
* Digitally Re-mastered and Restored DVD Transfer * 16:9 Anamorphic Version Enhanced for Widescreen TVs
* Dual Language Format (English Dubbed and Cantonese with Re-mastered English Subtitles)
* Feature-length audio-commentary with Hong Kong Cinema Expert Bey Logan
* Trailer Gallery * Biography Showcase for 'Shaw Brothers Legend' Lau Kar Leung
* Talent Showreel for Korean Kicking-genius Won Jin * Interview Gallery with Leading Men Chin Ka Lok and Won Jin
MR VAMPIRE
Inspired by Pu Song-ling's legendary collection of horror stories in Liaozhai Zhiyi, MR VAMPIRE is a multi-levelled, kaleidoscopic action-adventure which combines the supernatural, elements of black comedy and award-winning action in one of the most successful Hong Kong pictures ever made.
A sell-out attraction at many film festivals around the World, MR VAMPIRE continues to be one of the classics of the genre, and has become a firm favourite with Television audiences in the UK, attracting impressive ratings each time it is shown.
Now re-mastered for the first time ever on DVD, enjoy the physical brilliance of leading-man Chin Siu-ho, the stunning art design of Lam Sai-kan and the innovative direction of Ricky Lau in this flamboyant and thoroughly entertaining fable of the Chinese supernatural, which was so successful that it spawned an entire sub-genre of movies, laying tribute at its door!
Special Features:
* Digitally Re-mastered and Restored DVD Transfer
* 16:9 Anamorphic Version Enhanced for Widescreen TVs
* Dual Language Format (English Dubbed and Cantonese with Re-mastered English Subtitles)
* Feature-length audio-commentary with Hong Kong Cinema Expert Bey Logan
* The Vampire's Lair * Biography Showcase * Trailer Gallery * Interview Gallery with Chin Siu-ho and Moon Lee
