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woopak_the_thrill posted a Quick Tip about The Grandmaster (2013 Chinese film). Wednesday

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When I first heard that Wong Kar-Wai was going to do a film about Bruce Lee's teacher, I immediately thought that his movie would be like "Wyatt Earp" to "Tombstone"... that his … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed The Grandmaster (2013 Chinese film). Tuesday

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Renowned Director Wong Kar-Wai's Biopic On The Life of Bruce Lee's Teacher

I suppose being Bruce Lee's former teacher and someone who had made the martial art Wing Chun known around the world, the curiosity around his life became so strong that directors Wilson Yip and Herman … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Flower and Snake 2. May 15

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Twisted Dynamics of a Marital Relationship and of Voyeuristic Love

When I saw the first Flower and Snake film, I became impressed with the lengths Aya Sugimoto, a popular pop star/model would go to make that film. Despite its multiple scenes of sexual intercourse and … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Beijing Bicycle (Chinese film). April 30

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Innocence Lost....Realities of Life

I saw bits and parts of this film last night on TV and decided to check it out again on dvd. It is quite surprising that a movie about a boy losing his bicycle can be compelling. It is a harrowing account … more

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woopak_the_thrill posted a Quick Tip about Fighter in the Wind. April 26

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Felt like re-watching something that I did not need to think about and decided to see something familiar, yet I know that the replay value would be good. Based on the manga inspired … more

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A1CJonathanLane reviewed The Secret World of Arrietty. April 18

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Sometimes its the simplest films that leave the most impact.

My love for Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli know no bounds. With each film they manage to capture the magic, the art, and the heart that make films great. Even what I consider their weaker films, such as Ponyo … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed IRON MAN: Rise of Technovore (2013 An.... April 17

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IRON MAN: Rise of Technovore (2013 Anime film)

Messy, Under-Written and Overcooked Piece of "Shellhead" Anime

Marvel Anime: Iron Man was based on Marvel Comics Characters and definitely took more inspiration from the highly popular live-action movies starring Robert Downey Jr. The series wasn’t terrific, … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Woochi: The Demon Slayer (Korean film). April 15

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A Fun House Ride of Korean Lore, Martial Arts and CGI Special Effects

There are Asian films that do not surprise me at all as to why and how they became so successful in their native country. However, there are those that do make me wonder why they became successful in … more

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A1CJonathanLane reviewed The Girl Who Leapt Through Time. April 14

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I Shouldn't Like this Movie

Every bone in my body is telling me “Jonathan, this is a romance, it’s a time traveling romance filled with plot holes, love triangles, and more teenee gooy romance then you can handle.” … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Rurouni Kenshin (Live Action film). April 09

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"Hitokiri Battousai" is Now a Sword That Protects! The Anime Series Comes Alive

Being a fan of the anime series and the film “Samurai X: Trust and Betrayal”, I was ecstatic to learn that a live-action adaptation of “Rurouni Kenshin” became one of Japan’s … more

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woopak_the_thrill posted a Quick Tip about Rurouni Kenshin (Live Action film). April 01

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Being a fan of the anime series and the anime film, I do hope that this live-action movie delivers. All I hope is for its quality to be on par with Azumi and I will be happy. Hopefully an English subtitled … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Black Eagle (aka. R2B: Back to Base, .... March 23

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South Korean "Top Gun" Lacks the Afterburners to Really Take Off

While I really got into the “Korean New Wave” because of directors Kim Ki-Duk, Park Chan-Wook, Lee Chang-Dong and Kim Ji-Woon, lately it seems like Korean movies also have their share of what … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Samurai of Ayothaya (aka. Muay Thai W.... March 23

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Samurai of Ayothaya (aka. Muay Thai Warrior)

Not The Land of His Birthright, But The Land That He Chooses to Die For

Remember what they say “Don’t bring a knife to a gunfight”? Well, these guys in “Muay Thai Warrior” bring “Fists to a Swordfight” in several scenes. Originally … more

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Madpenguin reviewed Hellsing Ultimate Vol. 5-8 Collection. March 17

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No more for me, this anime is too stupid.

Sir Integra Wingates Hellsing inherited the Hellsing Organization after her father passed away. She's soon targeted for execution due to her uncle's disagreement with the decision. She retreats … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Silenced (Korean film, aka. The Cruci.... March 10

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Silenced (Korean film, aka. The Crucible)

The True Story That Sparked Public Outcry in South Korea That Led to Legislative Reform

The real events that took place in the Gwangju Inhwa school for the hearing impaired caused public outcry in South Korea. The sexual abuse of many deaf/mute students was just so horrific that such lenient … more

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Trekscribbler reviewed Black Eagle (aka. R2B: Back to Base, .... February 23

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When It Sticks To The Air, BLACK EAGLE Soars (Mostly)

In the middle of 1986, Tony Scott and Tom Cruise teamed up for one of the most successful (and formulaic) summer blockbusters of all time: TOP GUN unleashed its Cold War fury … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed The Thieves (Korean film). February 21

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A Fun, Energetic, Inventive, Highly Entertaining Caper Flick

Heist or crime caper films are a dime-a-dozen. While most are mediocre using formula and familiar devices, there … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Children Who Chase Lost Voices (Anime.... February 18

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Children Who Chase Lost Voices (Anime Film)

Enchanting Mix of Japanese Lore and Ancient Greek Myth

Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli are household names when it comes to Japanese anime and animated films in general. They have always managed to capture the essence of Japanese folklore-ish tales around … more

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woopak_the_thrill posted a Quick Tip about The Sorcerer and The White Snake (201.... February 08

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The Sorcerer and The White Snake (2011 Film)

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Jet Li's magical plot of love and sacifice is now enjoying a limited run in U.S. theaters. See Full review here … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Dog Bite Dog. February 08

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Illogical Maybe, Perhaps Too Depressing, But This Ultra-Violent Film Earns its NC-17 Rating

Soi Cheung's ultra-violent "DOG BITE DOG" is the antidote for people who are a bit tired of the usual stylish "bullet ballet" action films from Hong Kong. At first glance, it may … more

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Trekscribbler reviewed The Thieves (Korean film). February 06

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Honor Among THIEVES

Caper flicks have been done before. For the record, the French have had a few solid outings. I’ve yet to see anything significant from the Russians. The … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed Blade of the Phantom Master (anime film). February 05

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Enough Gunfire, Swordplay and Decapitations to Keep an Anime Fan Satisfied

Manga/Manhwa-to-anime film is almost a done deal when it comes to Japanese and Korean comic book series. Such as the case once again with “Blade of the Phantom Master” (Shin Angyo Onshi translated … more

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woopak_the_thrill posted a Quick Tip about The Front Line (Korean film). January 26

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The direction and characterization really got this Korean film swinging with everything its got. Defines the hell that is a civil war. See Full review here.

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Trekscribbler reviewed The Doomsday Book (Korean film). January 24

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South Korea Sees Plenty of 'Doom' In Our Future

By their very nature, anthology films are a mixed bag. They’ll contain two or three or four smaller stories – essentially ‘shorts,’ cobbled together … more

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woopak_the_thrill reviewed The Front Line (Korean film). January 22

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War is Hell and A Civil War is Perhaps Even More 'Hellish'

War is hell. Civil War may be worst than hell and much more ‘hellish’ than one realizes. At least, that is what director Jang Hoon may be trying to communicate with his Korean war epic “The … more

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