The Asian DVD Guide

Friday, 7/30/2004 (Second Update)

Mei Ah July 30 DVD Covers/Synopsis
The July 30 releases have been delayed until August 3.
Love Battlefield (2004) Director: Cheang Pou Soi Cast: Eason Chan, Niki Chow, Qin Hai Lu, Wang Zhi Wen, Raymond Wong, Kenny Kwan Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin (DTS + Dolby Digital) Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
We're Going To Eat You (1980) Director: Tsui Hark Cast: Norman Tsui, Eddy Ko, Melvin Wong Synopsis Agent 999 (Norman Tsui) travels to a remote island in pursuit of a bandit called Rolex (Melvin Wong) together with a thief. Upon their arrivals, they meet up with the chief of police (Eddy Ko) and soon notice that the locals of the village are all merciless cannibals. The locals will trap and eat every one who enters the village alive and cut them up in the most brutal ways. With their excellent martial art skills, 999 and the thief barely escape from the deadly chase of the cannibals... Tsui has successfully created a creepy, and at the same time funny, atmosphere with interesting dialogues and vigorous bloodshed scenes. Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
Unwritten Law, The (1985) Director: Ng See Yuen Cast: Andy Lau, Deanie Yip, Yammie Nam, Paul Chin, Lau Siu Ming Synopsis "The Unwritten Law" is one of the most acclaimed works for Andy Lau. As a newcomer to the movie industry, he co-stared with one of the most experienced actress Deanie Yip and with his excellent and natural performance, he and Deanie had shown us the most touching and tear-drawing mother-and-son relationship. With a story talking about a low-class prostitute being framed to murder a young, rich businessman, it has voiced the condemn of the grass-root level towards the unfair treatment to them. Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles

Friday, 7/30/2004 (First Update)

August 10 Fortune Star Releases

Swordsman (1990) Sam Hui - A Charming And Unfettered Hero: Gained more than $16 million box office and kicked off the re-bloom of martial art film in Hong Kong. Tsui Hark's creative film-directing style integrated perfectly with the martial art world of Chinese famous novel writer Louis Cha. "Swordsman" is acclaimed as a successful model for the followers. Sam Hui is still considered the perfect "Fox" (Ling Wu-chung) with his charms and talent of singing and Kung Fu. The evil villain, played by Jacky Cheung, made him the "Best Supporting Actor" in Taipei Golden Horse Awards Well-chosen cast: Cecilia Yip, Cheung Man, Fennie Yuen, Lau Siu Ming and Lam Ching Ying, etc Written by famous song-writer James Wong, the theme song won "Best Original Song" in both Hong Kong Film Awards and Taipei Golden Horse Awards Awards: Hong Kong Film Awards Best Action Choreography Best Original Film Song Taipei Golden Horse Awards Outstanding Feature Best Supporting Actor Best Song Specs: Digitally Remastered Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced DTS and DD 5.1 Cantonese, Mandarin, Cantonese (Original) Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles Extras Interviews Jacky Cheung Topics What is acting? The villain in Swordsman Louis Cha's martial arts world VS Tsui Hark's creative film world My impressions of Sam Hui, Cecilia Yip, Cheung Man and Fennie Yuen James Wong Topics Making-of the theme song Love & Hate Tsui Hark Working with Sam Hui Upcoming plan Includes a limited edition premium: A "Swordsman - Sam Hui" king-size pictorial

Tuesday, 7/27/2004

July 22 Shaw Brothers DVD Covers
Crazy Sex (1976)	Dragon Swamp (1969)
Gun Brothers (1978)	Love Swindler (1976)
West Chamber (1964)

Monday, 7/26/2004

Last Week's Universe Releases
Visitor, The (2002) Director: William Shatner Cast: Dan Gauthier, Amy Acker, Tom Towles, Dick Van Patten, William Shatner Synopsis Groom Lake seemed like any other town - except the light towers that built all over the area, the military base with subterranean lab and the strange sightings. One night, Kate is being attacked and left with her a strange purple residue on her body. After the doctor reports the strange founding to the military base, some men in black abduct Kate. Now Andy, Kate's boyfriend, is informed of the abduction and decided to go to the military base to rescue his girlfriend. What will be there awaiting him? Full Screen English (Stereo) Chinese (Traditional) and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles Region 3 DVD-5
May (2002) Director: Lucky McKee Cast: Angela Bettis, Jeremy Sisto, James Duval, Merle Kennedy Synopsis May is a young strange girl who had a very disturbed childhood and does not still know the meaning of true friendship or love. She works at a pet clinic and lives alone with her only "true friend"; a doll her mother gave her when she was a little girl. When she fails to find the "perfect man" that will make her happy, she decides to construct him herself, using parts from different people. Full Screen English (Stereo) Chinese (Traditional) and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles DVD-5

Friday, 7/23/2004

Mei Ah July 30 Releases
Love Battlefield (2004) Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin (DTS + Dolby Digital) Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
We're Going To Eat You (1980) Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
Unwritten Law, The (1985) Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles

Wednesday, 7/21/2004

Mei Ah July 23 DVD Covers/Synopsis
Love Is A Many Stupid Thing (2004) Director: Wong Jing Cast: Eric Tsang, Shawn Yue, Chapman To, Nat Chan, Raymond Wong Synopsis After making the blockbuster "Romancing Star" in the late 80s, director Wong Jing has produced today the same kind of movie using the same title. The story is about Lek, a police superintendent, who is determined to get rid of the triad boss Lobster and his gang Sam Tsang, who took Maria from him in the old days. Lek sends Bad Boy, Fattie and Silly Keung to be the undercovers in the gang and promises a huge bonus if they can get them. The three of them do whatever they can to win Sam's confidence. During the operation, they meet Dee, the undercover gangster who worked in the police force, and three gorgeous policewomen, Beau, Fridge and Angel, whom they had a crush on at first sight. However, the three girls think they're gangsters and turn the three guys down. The 3 agents therefore start a hilarious courting mission... Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
Wedding Banquet, The (1993) Director: Ang Lee Cast: Winston Chao, May Chin, Mitchell Lichtenstein, Lung Sihung, Gua Ah-Leh Synopsis A pair of Chinese-Caucasian gay couple, two Taiwan traditional parents and a girl who is willing to have a deceiving marriage for a green card have joined together and become a story full of love and sensibility. Director Ang Lee has entwined all the controversial issues of that time in a realistic and spontaneous way, which has probed into the issues like clashes between a grow-in-the-west son and his conservative Chinese parents, the differences between the eastern and western cultures and the Chinese¡¦s desire to look for freedom at all cost. Starting with all the dilemmas and ending with their unspoken compromises, the love and understanding among the family has been impenetrated throughout the movie, which has shown the excellent filming technique of director Ang Lee. Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
Pushing Hands (1992) Director: Ang Lee Cast: Lung Sihung, Wong Lai, Deb Snyder Synopsis Before he is renowned because of his masterpiece "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", Oscar-nominated director Ang Lee has produced a number of widely acclaimed titles including "Pushing Hands". Telling a story of Mr. Old Chu, a conservative Chinese from Beijing, immigrating to the United States to live with his son, Lee illustrates the conflicts between western and eastern cultures and their enormous differences. Through the life-touching story and detailed descriptions of the characters, the themes and philosophies behind this movie are simply depicted. To understand Ang Lee¡¦s viewpoint towards Western and Eastern cultures and enjoy his simple but sentiment-filled works, this is the one you should enjoy. Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles

Tuesday, 7/20/2004

IVL August 5 Shaw Brothers Releases

One-Armed Swordsman Box Set The DVDs of the three films will not be sold separately. However, the films will be available individually on VCD.
One-Armed Swordsman (1967) Director: Chang Cheh Cast: Jimmy Wang Yu, Chiao Chiao, Pan Yin-tse, Chang Pei-shan, Yang Chi-ching Genre: Martial Arts Synopsis Star Jimmy Wang Yu and director Chang Cheh revolutionized Hong Kong kung-fu cinema and broke box office records across Asia with this brilliant action epic where the loss of an arm not only created suspense but symbolized teenage alienation. Universally acknowledged as the start of a new era in authentic and exciting Hong Kong filmmaking, this first great yanggang (macho) film even prepared audiences for the power of Bruce Lee. Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (DD 5.1) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: The Master - Chang Cheh Competition Winning Student Animations Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, behind the scenes pictures, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
Return Of The One-Armed Swordsman (1968) Director: Chang Cheh Cast: Jimmy Wang Yu, Chiao Chiao, Tien Feng, Essie Lin Chia Genre: Martial Arts Synopsis Director Chang Cheh truly proved that he was indeed the "Godfather of the Kung-fu Film" by mounting a follow-up which many say is even more accomplished and exciting than the original. Jimmy Wang Yu is back in the sequel to Chang Cheh's revolutionary hit, which many say is even more accomplished and exciting than the original. This time he takes on the "Eight Demon Swordsmen" to prove that one arm, attached to the right hero, is better than even sixteen. Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (DD 5.1) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, behind the scenes pictures, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
New One-Armed Swordsman (1971) Director: Chang Cheh Cast: David Chiang, Ti Lung, Li Ching, Ku Feng Genre: Martial Arts Awards: The 9th Golden Horse Awards (1971) - Best Editing (Kuo Ting-hung) Synopsis Chang Cheh had made Jimmy Wang Yu a star in The One-Armed Swordsman. So when Yu moved on, Chang made David Chiang his all-new-one-armed hero in a film which deservedly won a prestigious Golden Horse Award for Editing. When the love of his life is kidnapped and his best friend is murdered at a gang's stronghold on Tiger Mountain, it's time for an amazing battle on a strikingly engineered moat bridge - which remains a particular favorite among true fans of martial art masterpieces. Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (DD 5.1) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, behind the scenes pictures, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
Other Releases
Informer, The (1980) Director: Wang Chung Cast: Wang Chung, Danny Lee (aka Li Hsiu-hsien), Chin Hsing-hsien, Lin Chung-cheng Genre: Action Synopsis Respected actor Wang Chung (who, it is rumored, was the source for the 1980's new wave rock group of the same name) wrote, directed, and starred in this C.I.D. vs. drug smugglers thriller. Danny Lee is the film's planner as well as co-star. Also doing double duty is Ta Hsi-yen, who both co-starred and served as martial art choreographer. Together they all made a top-notch crime film and a notable labor of love. Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (Mono), Cantonese (Mono) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
Singing Thief, The (1969) Director: Chang Cheh Cast: Lily Ho, Lin Chong, Lo Lieh, Essie Lin Chia Genre: Musical Synopsis Legendary kung-fu director Chang Cheh tries his hand at a cool swinging musical. In this caper, Taiwanese star Lin Chong plays a jewel thief who decides to turn over a new leaf. He opens a nightclub and starts anew as a professional singer. But before long, the rehabilitated thief becomes suspect again for a series of robberies. With the help of a girl (the photogenic Lily Ho), they set up a trap to snare the copycat thief but will it snare them instead? Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (Mono) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: The Master - Chang Cheh Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, behind the scenes pictures, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
2004 Shaw Brothers Schedule

July 22 Shaw Brothers Photo Galleries (will be deleted after one week)

Crazy Sex (1976) Dragon Swamp (1969)   Love Swindler (1976) Gun Brothers (1978) West Chamber (1964)

Saturday, 7/17/2004 (Second Update)

Fortune Star Schedule
The insert in the Once Upon A Time In China box set shows the following schedule: September: Police Story DVD Collection Police Story Police Story 2 Police Story 3 October: Project A DVD Collection Project A Project A Part II November: Princess Chang Ping December: An Autumn's Tale Hui Brothers DVD Collection Private Eyes The Contract Security Unlimited Games Gamblers Play Last Message

Saturday, 7/17/2004 (First Update)

Mega Star July 22 Releases

Outer Box Cover

Breaking News (2004) Director: Johnnie To Cast: Richie Jen, Kelly Chen, Nick Cheung, Cheung Siu Fai, Hui Siu Hung, Lam Suet, You Yong, Ding Hai Feng, Li Hai Tao Synopsis When an ambulatory TV news unit live broadcasts the embarrassing defeat of a police battalion by five bank robbers in a ballistic showdown, the credibility of the police force drops to a nadir. While on a separate investigation in a run-down building, detective Cheung discovers the hideout of the robbers. Cheung and his men have also entered the building, getting ready to take their foes out any minute. Meanwhile, in order to beat the media at its own game, Inspector Rebecca decides to turn the stakeout into a breaking news show. Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Audio Cantonese (DTS ES 6.1) Cantonese (Dolby Digital EX 6.1) Mandarin (Dolby Digital 5.1) Subtitles Traditional Chinese Simplified Chinese English Region 3 Extras: The Story Deleted Scenes (Mandarin Only) Behind The Scenes Trailers Teaser Trailer Cast & Staff Listing Biography & Filmography of Producer/Director & Cast Johnnie To Kelly Chen Richie Jen Nick Cheung More Attractions The Eye 2 Xanda

This Week's Universe Releases

Island Prey (2001) Director: William Riead Cast: Olivia Hussey, Don Murray, Tony Dennison, Ed Asner Synopsis Parker is a successful and wealthy businessman who, along with his wife Catherine, plans to purchase a luxury yacht just off shore of the mainland from Peter, a dashing boat broker. Feeling neglected by her constantly preoccupied husband, Catherine accepts Peter's dinner invitation and gives in to his seduction by spending the night with him aboard his sailboat. But when Peter's continued obsession drives her to the brink of madness she must choose to defend her marriage with the ultimate test of courage and loyalty. Full Screen English (Stereo) Chinese (Traditional) and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles Region 3 DVD-5

Tuesday, 7/13/2004

Fortune Star Photo Galleries (will be deleted after one week)
Once Upon A Time In China I Once Upon A Time In China II Once Upon A Time In China III

July 8 Shaw Brothers DVD Covers
Apartment For Ladies (1970)	Black Falcon, The (1967)
Golden Swallow (1968)	That Fiery Girl (1968)
Thirteen (1974)

Last Week's Panorama Releases

Driving Miss Wealthy (2004) Director: James Yuen Cast: Lau Ching Wan, Gigi Leung Synopsis Kit (Lau Ching Wan) is picked by Trillionaire Lap to be the bodyguard for his daughter Jennifer (Gigi Leung). He is then asked to disguise himself as a Filipino driver named Mario. Lap plans to put Jennifer through some tough life experiences in the hope that it will make his beloved daughter a better and stronger person. Thus, Lap pretends to have a heart attack and goes into coma. Thereafter Jennifer is kicked out of home and has to move into a run-down flat with Mario... Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese (DD 5.1), Mandarin (DD 5.1) Chinese (Traditional) and English subtitles

Mei Ah June 30 DVD Covers/Synopsis
Jiang Hu (2004) (Regular Edition) Director: Wong Ching Po Cast: Andy Lau, Jacky Cheung, Shawn Yue, Edison Chan Synopsis Triad leader Hung (Andy Lau) wants to leave the triad world, but leaving means death. News coming that someone has hired an assassin to kill Hung in 12 hours. Hung's best friend Left Hand (Jacky Cheung) decides to dig the assassin out. Green triad member Wing (Shawn Yue) has been selected to be the assassin, his best friend Turbo (Edison Chan) pledges to go with him. When the assassination starts, the 4 destinies entwine. However, the plan is out of everyone's expectation. A leader and a greener has only a gleam of difference of their lives... Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin (DTS + Dolby Digital) Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles DVD-9 Disc 1 - Film Disc 2 - Extras Making Of Interviews Deleted Scenes Outtakes Music Video Photo Gallery Story Of The Posters Massacre
Jiang Hu (2004) (Limited Edition) Director: Wong Ching Po Cast: Andy Lau, Jacky Cheung, Shawn Yue, Edison Chan Synopsis Triad leader Hung (Andy Lau) wants to leave the triad world, but leaving means death. News coming that someone has hired an assassin to kill Hung in 12 hours. Hung's best friend Left Hand (Jacky Cheung) decides to dig the assassin out. Green triad member Wing (Shawn Yue) has been selected to be the assassin, his best friend Turbo (Edison Chan) pledges to go with him. When the assassination starts, the 4 destinies entwine. However, the plan is out of everyone's expectation. A leader and a greener has only a gleam of difference of their lives... Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin (DTS + Dolby Digital) Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles DVD-9 Disc 1 - Film Disc 2 - Extras Making Of Interviews Deleted Scenes Outtakes Music Video Photo Gallery Story Of The Posters Massacre Hardcover Photo Book (148 pages) Special Packaging Certificate Of Purchase

Monday, 7/12/2004

Recent Universe Releases
Tadpole (2002) Director: Gary Winick Cast: Sigourney Weaver, John Ritter, Bebe Neuwirth, Robert Iler Synopsis Oscar is sensitive and compassionate. He speaks French fluently and is passionate about Voltaire. In this Thanksgiving vacation, Oscar decided to win the heart of his true love, but there is one major problem - Oscar is only 15 and his true love is his stepmother Eve. He fails to win Eve's heart and is consequently dejected. Oscar's path to his true love is further crossed by Diane, Eve's best friend who offers him temporary comfort in an unconventional tryst... Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced English (Stereo) Chinese (Traditional) and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles DVD-5
Moon Child (2003) Director: Takahisa Zeze Cast: HYDE, Gackt, Leehom Wang, Zeny Kwok, Taro Yamamoto, Susumu Terajima, Anne Suzuki, Ryo Ishibashi, Etushi Toyokawa Synopsis In a chaotic, strife-filled city where everything is up for grabs, fate brings four orphans into the life of Kei (HYDE), a man with eternal life – a vampire. The five tough and vulnerable characters struggle to find love and friendship in a world of conflict and horror. Caught in the web of violent times, they end up at war with one another in a bitter sweet mix of love, hate and gun life. Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Japanese (DD 5.1) Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles Region 3 DVD-5
Manhattan Midnight (2001) Director: Alfred Cheung Cast: Richard Grieco, Maggie Q, Michael Fitzgerald Wong Synopsis John (Richard Grieco) is an assassin-for-hire afflicted with claustrophobia. He accidentally meets a gentle girl named Susan and fall in love with her. But, ever as a soldier, John finally obeys the order and executes his contract to kill his next target - Susan. After the mission, while he makes his way through the streets of Manhattan, John is stunned to see Susan, apparently alive and well. This strange encounter sets in motion a dark love story with a bittersweet twist ending... Letterboxed English (DD 5.1) Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles DVD-5
Love On The Rocks (2004) Director: Dante Lam, Chan Hing Kar Cast: Louis Koo, Gigi Leung, Charlene Choi, Donnie Yen Synopsis Every romantic relationship goes through a rocky patch on the road to bliss. Ming Wong (Louis Koo), who doesn't know what it takes to be romantic, takes his girlfriend (Gigi Leung) to have a hot pot buffet with $58 per head for their Valentine's dinner. Annie's frustrations finally explodes, the couple fights and enters into an inevitable cooling off period. In a fit of desperation, Ming goes online to find cyber expert and chances upon a 19 year old girl Crystal (Charlene Tsoi). As she buckles down to show Ming how to be romantic, she secretly falls in love with him... Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese (DD 5.1), Mandarin (Stereo) Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles Extras: Making Of DVD-9

This Week's Deltamac Releases
Here are this week's Deltamac releases due for release on July 15:

• Dragon Since 1973 (2003) (Bruce Lee Documentary)
  • Cantonese (DD 5.1), Mandarin (DD 5.1)
  • Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
  
  
• A Wedding Or A Funeral (2004)
  • Cantonese (DD 5.1), Mandarin (DD 5.1)
  • Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles

Wednesday, 7/7/2004

Mei Ah July 16 Releases
Love Is A Many Stupid Thing (2004) Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Cantonese, Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
Wedding Banquet, The (1993) Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles
Pushing Hands (1992) Letterboxed and 16x9 enhanced Mandarin Chinese (Traditional), English, and Chinese (Simplified) subtitles

Tuesday, 7/6/2004

IVL July 22 Shaw Brothers Releases

Crazy Sex (1976) Director: Li Han-hsiang Cast: Hu Chin, Shirley Yu, Chen Ping, Lily Li Genre: Erotic Synopsis Shaw Brothers superdirector Li Han-hsiang was particularly masterful in two genres: erotica and classic Chinese tales. He combined these two loves in this two-part examination of lust. The first story features an elderly jeweler's adventures with his unsatisfied wife, a handsome neighbor, and the neighborhood bordello. The second is a more modern tale of sex, lies, and videotape. Variety admiringly commented, "Sex still sells in-between Shaolin monasteries and kung fu odysseys … as this bedroom romp proves." Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (Mono) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, behind the scenes pictures, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
Dragon Swamp (1969) Director: Lo Wei Cast: Cheng Pei-pei, Yueh Hua, Lo Lieh, Kang Hua Genre: Martial Arts Synopsis Cheng Pei-pei, the screen's greatest swordswoman, teams with Lo Lieh, the star of Shaw's first international mega-hit for this amazing, fast-paced adventure of the "Martial Arts World" - where everyone is killing to gain the famous "Jade Dragon Sword". Fascinating characters, like the "Roaming Knight" and the Master of Dragon Swamp, clash in this family feud, which takes place over twenty years. In addition to the spectacular fights, this special production holds an emotional wallop for the finale. Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (DD 5.1) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, behind the scenes pictures, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
Gun Brothers (1978) Director: Wu Jia-xiang, Cheng Kang Cast: Fang Yin, Ling Yun, Chiao Chiao, Tien Feng, Shen Yi Genre: Thriller Synopsis Welcome the "Bandit with a Thousand Faces" to the ranks of the great screen "outlaw heroes". Like Zorro, he uses a secret identity as a playboy to foil tyrannical Shan Yung county authorities. Bringing this swashbuckling adventure to the screen is a cast and crew fairly bursting with talent - including directors who were also popular actors and writers, and an actor (Ling Yun) - playing the lead dual role of twin brothers - who was also the director/writer of some of the greatest martial arts epics ever made! Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (Mono) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
Love Swindler (1976) Director: Li Han-hsiang Cast: Shirley Yu, Chen Ping, Shaw Yin-yin, Dana, Wang Ping, Yueh Hua, Ku Feng Genre: Erotic Synopsis Vaunted director Li Han-hsiang reveals the way of the world in this anthology film of four stories that feature far more swindlers and swindling than lovers or love. There's fake acupuncturists, gullible counterfeiters, a jewelry-heist in a VD clinic, and a salesgirl's subtle scam in these short cinematic stories of gulls, dupes, marks, and fools and the cons, cheaters, charlatans, and connivers who trick them. It's four times the fraud as the cheats, gyps, and rip-offs come fast and furious. Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (Mono) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: The Savant - Li Han-hsiang Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, behind the scenes pictures, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
West Chamber (1964) Director: Yueh Feng Cast: Ivy Ling Po, Li Ching, Fang Ying Genre: Huangmei Opera Synopsis Based on a famous Chinese story, this period drama stars Ivy Ling Po and Li Ching, a beloved on-screen couple even though both are female - Ling Po is renowned for playing male Cantonese opera roles. While visiting a temple, a young scholar is enchanted by the daughter of an important family. When rebels threaten to abduct the girl, the scholar with the assistance of a clever maid, try to save her. In addition, the young maid help bring together the young couple in spite of her family's objections. Letterboxed (2.35:1) Languages: Mandarin (Mono) Subtitles: Chinese (Traditional), English, Bahasa (Malaysia), Bahasa (Indonesia) Region 3 Extras: The Huangmeixi Romances: Scroll Three - The Heat Trailers, picture gallery, poster art, behind the scenes pictures, biographies/filmographies, and production notes.
2004 Shaw Brothers Schedule

July 8 Shaw Brothers Photo Galleries

Apartment For Ladies (1970) Black Falcon, The (1967) Golden Swallow (1968) aka The Girl With The Thunderbolt Kick That Fiery Girl (1968) Thirteen (1974)

The galleries will be deleted after one week.

Friday, 7/2/2004

IVL July 20 Releases Studio Ghibli DVD Box Set    Includes 11 films: Cat Returns, The (2003) Kiki's Delivery Service (1998) Laputa: Castle In The Sky (1989) My Neighbor Totoro (1988) Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Wind (1986) Only Yesterday (1991) Pom Poko (1994) Porco Rosso (1995) Princess Mononoke (1999) Spirited Away (2002) Whisper Of The Heart (1995) The specs should be the same as the individual releases. Limited to 2,000 copies, each indivudally numbered with certificate. Includes 11 postcards (one for each film):

Once Upon A Time In China Box Set Here are the DVD covers for the individual DVDs within the upcoming box set along with a better picture of the box. The specs of the box set were posted in June 21 update.