One Shot is the latest outing from director James Nunn (Eliminators, Tower Block) and leading man Scott Adkins (Avengement, The Debt Collector), arriving with plenty of anticipation and fanfare. For action enthusiasts or even casual viewers…
Read MoreIt was sad to hear that Dean Shek Tin has passed away, he is best remembered from eccentric performances in classics such as The Iron Fisted Monk, Warriors Two, Snake in the Eagle's Shadow and Drunken Master…
Read MoreThe 2021 edition of the Fighting Spirit Film Festival takes place this year between 11-12 September with the UK premiere of The Paper Tigers, More Than Miyagi: The Pat Morita Story, Kung Fu Warrior, Armour of God and more…
Read MoreIt’s incredibly sad to hear that the legendary Sonny Chiba has passed away at the age of 82. It marks the end of an era, both in film history and even “tough guy” movie culture. A gifted athlete from his teenage years…
Read MoreIt’s extremely sad to hear that the talented and much loved second unit director, stunt coordinator, performer and action cinema veteran Brad Allan has passed away at a tragically young age of 48. From Jackie Chan’s Gorgeous…
Read MoreEureka Entertainment has unleashed The Lucky Stars 3 film collection, featuring the Sammo Hung action and slapstick classics, Winners and Sinners, My Lucky Stars and Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Stars. The films are well-known…
Read MoreMy friends at Terracotta Distribution released the entertaining, quirky and downright crazy Tokyo Dragon Chef from maverick Japanese director and special effects guru, Yoshihiro Nishimura, best known for his extreme action…
Read MoreWith this month marking the one year anniversary of my Life of Action II book, I found myself reminiscing about some of the people involved. This is a picture above with stunt legend Vic Armstrong’s own memoir, highly recommended…
Read MoreI was very happy to join the easternKicks podcast to break down Tokyo Dragon Chef and Crazy Samurai: 400 x 1, two new, wild and very different Japanese films. Crazy Samurai even boasts an intense 77-minute one take fight scene…
Read MoreFollowing the great fan reactions and reviews for the Life of Action I & II books, I’ve been opening the archives to tease some behind-the-scenes images, some of which have never been seen before featuring Zoë Bell, Tony Jaa and more…
Read MoreContinuing our festive tradition, I returned yet again to the Kung Fu Movie Guide Podcast for a special end of year show to wrap up 2020. The world may be in lockdown, but that won’t stop us! Check out the episode right here…
Read MoreMany were surprised when the Jesse V. Johnson and Scott Adkins collaboration Avengement was nominated for a “Best Fight” award at the prestigious Taurus World Stunt Awards, going up against major Hollywood movies…
Read MoreThe Fighting Spirit Film Festival is back for 2020. This time it will be held at Premiere Cinema in Romford. I’ve been a judge for the festival awards since their very first event in 2016 and enjoy seeing a wide variety of short films from…
Read MoreActor, filmmaker and original Life of Action alumni Joey Ansah shared a picture enjoying the second book. He is best known for The Bourne Ultimatum and writing and directing Street Fighter: Assassin’s Fist and Street Fighter: Resurrection.
Read MoreI was pleased to speak to World of Martial Arts Magazine about my Life of Action book series and some of the affluent martial arts stars featured. Read the full interview online or you can subscribe to the magazine and find out more.
Read MoreHollywood stunt legend, coordinator, actress and Life of Action II cover star Zoë Bell (Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Kill Bill, Raze) shared a fun video showing her opening her copy of the new book on social media and revealing…
Read MoreI was very happy to join Taekwondo Life Magazine to discuss martial arts, movies and my Life of Action books. I took part in a great interview, available in video form and as an audio podcast, and editor Marc did a cool unboxing video…
Read MoreIt is extremely sad to hear about the passing of legendary composer Ennio Morricone (b.1928-2020). He has been my favourite composer for a very long time, and his contributions not only to music, but film, cannot be matched…
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