 Title Note: Previously titled Grandmaster Yip Man and The Legend of Yip Man
Release Date: 19 Dec 2008
UNKNOWN [Asia, Europe];
UNKNOWN [N. American release]
Film Status: Filming
Distributors:
Running Time: ? min
Rating:
Language: Cantonese
Cast:
   
[L-R] Donnie Yen: Yip Man; Simon Yam: Zhou Qing Quan; Fan Siu-Wong: Jin Shan Zhao; Li Qi Long: Green Dragon;
  
[L-R] Xing Yu:Master Zealot Lin ; Gordon Lam Ka Tung: Li Zhao ; Lynn Hung: Zhang Zhang Yong Cheng;
Li Ze ... Yip Chun
Wong You Nam ... Shao Dan Yuan
Chen Zhi Hui ... Master Liao
Zhou Zhong ... Master He
To Yu Hang ... Hu Wei
Hiroyuki Ikeuchi ... Miura
Shibuya Tama ... Japanese General
Zhong Han Hao ... Clothing Factory supervisor
Lu Mei Fang ... Clothing Factory worker
Gu Yin ... Clothing Factory worker
Bian Zheng ... Clothing Factory worker
Ding Yi Lan ... Clothing Factory worker
Xu Ming Yu ... Clothing Factory worker
Fan Yu Lin ... Clothing Factory worker
Shi Rui Jun ... Clothing Factory worker
Wang Zheng ... Clothing Factory worker
Liu Jun ... Clothing Factory worker
Gao Yuan ... Clothing Factory worker
Yang Xu Feng ... Clothing Factory worker
Cai Rong Jun ... Clothing Factory worker
Wang Hui Liang ... Clothing Factory worker
Xu Chuan Jian ... Clothing Factory worker
Lu Kai ... Jin Shan Zhao's Bodyguard
Mao Wen Jun ... Jin Shan Zhao's Bodyguard
Jin Gang ... Jin Shan Zhao's Bodyguard
Zhang Bo ... Jin Shan Zhao's Bodyguard
Chen Ka Da ... Yip's Steward
Wang Xiao Fang ... Yip's Maid
Sheng Qi Rong ... Li Zhao's father
Han Meng Xin ... Li Zhao's daughter
Crew:
- Director: Wilson Yip Wai-shun
- Action Director: Sammo Hung:
- Director of Photography:
- Screenwriter:
- Composer:
- Costume Designer:
- Film Editor:
- Art Director:
Producers: Main production behind SPL
Executive producers: Raymond Wong
Premise:
From the director at the movie's Press Conference:
" Yip Man came from an affluent family and was deeply engrossed in the studies and research of martial arts. At this time, his family undergoes severe changes, losing all its wealth. He has no choice but to take part in resistance activities, stirring up the folks to rise up against invasion. How would he and his friends and families go through trials in life, all these are in the movie."
Synopsis:
Ip Man is adapted from the life story of Ip Man, the grand master of the Wing Chun style of kung fu and sifu (master) of legendary kung fu superstar Bruce Lee. This movie will be the first important record of the master's life. Ip's persistent devotion to Wing Chun is a classic example of the love and respect shown to wushu and the freedom and spirit it represents. Ip Man is a concept, a spirit, a way of thinking - and it represent a new peak in Hong Kong's wushu movies. [S2]
Miscellaneous Notes
Movie:
- Slated to begin production in late Feb 2008
- The movie has full support from Yip Man's son, who will be a consultant on the film
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Production: Mandarin Films
Official Sites: Movie Site | Donnie Yen | Sammo Hung | IMDB Movie Page|
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- MB Discussion: thread following the movie's development and discussion about the project
- Archived News page ; listing all reported developments of this project [coming soon when more news is reported]
- Gallery ; pics from production, promos, stills, etc
- User Reviews ; read or add your own.
- Rent it on dvd at Netflix. [Not available just yet]
- Want a copy of your own? Use the affiliate links , and donate to the site at the same time. [DVD release as yet to be determined]
Sources, Info credits: [S1] Zhang Yan Bin Blog [Casting Agent], [S2] Hitman-Reloaded @ Kfccinema and GSC Movies | General: DYN News Stream, Wu-Jing.org
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 Title Note:
Release Date: TBD
UNKNOWN [Asia, Europe];
UNKNOWN [N. American release]
Film Status: Filming slated to start Dec 07
Distributors: Salon to sell international rights
Running Time: ? min
Rating:
Language: Cantonese / Mandarin
Cast:
[L-R] Chen Kun, Zhao Wei, Donnie Yen, Zhou Xun, Sun Li and Qi Yuwu.
Crew:
- Director: Gordon Chan
- Action Director: Tung Wei [1] (Seven Swords, Hero, The Accidental Spy).
- Director of Photography:
- Screenwriter:
- Composer:
- Costume Designer:
- Film Editor:
- Production Design: Yee Chung-Man (The Warlords, Curse of the Golden Flower, Perhaps Love, The Empress and the Warriors)
Producers: Yang Hongtao, Yun Huixiang and Hsu Li-Kong
Executive producers:
Premise:
Painted Skin is based on the same title short story from Liao Zhai Zhi Yi. The story is set in late Yuen Dynasty, at the time when demons and devils roam free. A fairy Shui Mei Ling who killed her lover 100 years ago turned into a demon, and constantly needs the heart and skin of man to maintain her beauty. As her time for reincarnation draws near, her last victim Wang Er Sheng turns out to be a descendant of the lover she killed, while his brother Wang Er Lang (Donnie Yen) is a ghostbusting master who is highly skilled, brave and smart. [S1]
Synopsis:
Until more information is released, there is only the premise to go on for right now.
Miscellaneous Notes
Movie: This is a remake of the 80's movie of the same name, based on a short story.
Production: Painted Skin remake, a joint-production between China, Hong Kong and Singapore studio
Official Sites: Movie Site | Donnie Yen |
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- MB Discussion: thread following the movie's development and discussion about the project
- Archived News page ; listing all reported developments of this project [coming soon when more news is reported]
- Gallery ; pics from production, promos, stills, etc
- User Reviews ; read or add your own.
- Rent it on dvd at Netflix. [Not available just yet]
- Want a copy of your own? Use the affiliate links , and donate to the site at the same time. [DVD release as yet to be determined]
Sources, Info credits: [S1] Premise from Wu-Jing.org news translations. [June 2007 News]
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Title Note: Jiang Shan Mei Ren (The title literally means Kingdom and the Beauty and is not a remake of Li Han-Hsiang's Kingdom and the Beauty)
Release Date: 21 MAR 08
UNKNOWN [Asia, Europe];
UNKNOWN [N. American release]
Film Status: Post-production
Distributors:
Running Time: ? min
Rating:
Language: Cantonese / Mandarin
Cast:
 
[L-R] Donnie Yen: Muyong Xuehu; Kelly Chen: Yen Feier; Guo Xiao-dong: Wu Ba
 
[L-R] Leon Lai: Duan Lan Quan; Kou Zhen Hai: Teng Bochang
Crew:
- Director: Tony Ching Siu Tung [Link]
- Action Director: Tony Ching Siu Tung
- Director of Photography:
- Screenwriter:
- Composer:
- Costume Designer:
- Film Editor:
- Art Director: Yee Chung-Man
Producers: Peter Chan,
Executive producers: Eric Tsang, Li Guoxing and Dong Yu
Premise:
The storyline is set against the backdrop of pre-unification China, where the many kingdom are constantly battling each other for land and power. A princess gains the throne after her father's death in battle, defending their kingdom; with the constant threat of attack looming, she will have to embrace her new position in life, despite what comes her way.
Synopsis:
The story is set in ancient China before its unification, during which countless kingdoms battle for supremacy. Yen Feier [Kelly Chen] is thrust onto the throne when her father is killed in battle. Feier and her loyal Muyong Xuehu [Donnie Yen] unite to defend the kingdom. But her ambitious cousin Wu Ba [Guo Xiao-dong] sends assassins to kill her. A mysterious man Duan Lan-Quan [Leon Lai] saves her. Feier falls in love with Duan who offers her another life. With the fate of their kingdom in the balance, Feier must choose between her duty and her dreams.
Miscellaneous Notes
Movie:
Production: UFO, Big Media Films and Beijing Poly-bona Film Publishing
Clips
Official Sites: Movie Site | Donnie Yen |
Related Links:
DY.us goods:
- MB Discussion: thread following the movie's development and discussion about the project
- Archived News page ; listing all reported developments of this project [coming soon when more news is reported]
- Gallery ; pics from production, promos, stills, etc
- User Reviews ; read or add your own.
- Rent it on dvd at Netflix. [Not available just yet]
- Want a copy of your own? Use the affiliate links , and donate to the site at the same time. [DVD release as yet to be determined]
Sources, Info credits: [S1] Synopsis from the official movie website.
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Title Note: aka Fuse/City With No Mercy aka Po Jun. Have also seen references to a US title of 'The Signal'
Release Date:
02 AUG 07 [Asia, Europe];
? [N. American release]
Film Status: Filming
Distributors:
Mandarin (Asia)
Distant Horizon (N. America)
Cinebox (Vietnam) (theatrical)
Indo Overseas Film (India) (theatrical)
Running Time: ? min
Rating:
Language: Cantonese / Mandarin
Cast:
   
[L-R] Donnie Yen: Jun Ma; Louis Koo:Wah Sang; Fan Bing Bing: Julie; Xu Qing: Madame Lau;
  
[L-R] Ngai Sing:Tony;Ray Lui Leung-Wai :Ja Ge; Shi Xing Yu:Tiger; Kent Cheng : Inspector Wong;
Crew:
- Director: Wilson Yip
- Action Director: Donnie Yen
- Director of Photography:
- Screenwriter: Szeto Kam Yuen
- Composer:
- Costume Designer:
- Film Editor: [action] Donnie Yen; [dramatic] ?
Producers: Raymond Wong (II); Nansun Shi; Yui Dong; Donnie Yen
Premise:
The movie traces one of Hong Kong's darkest historical moments, depicting the fierce battles between the police and the triads before Hong Kong's sovereignty was handed over to China from the United Kingdom on June 30, 1997. It's based on a true case in Macau concerning corruption and conspiracies between the police and secret societies.
Synopsis:
Donnie plays Jun Ma, a cop in the Organized Crime Control Bureau whose life is focused on taking down the secret societies that plague Macau after his return from training in Portugal. He returns in the times when Macau was very turbulent, with frequent breakouts of gun fights and bombings. The police force was too weak to stand up against the triads, a majority of the police were bribed and all Macau casinos are controlled by the triads. Jun Ma's endeavor brings him squaring off against three brothers of a Vietnam Gang: Ja Ge [Ray Lui], Tony [Ngai Sing aka Colin Chou], and Tiger [Xing Yu]. The gang are all badass in their own right and not to be trifled with, but Jun Ma isn't exactly a pushover either. The Trio are trying to take out their rival, Lin Kwok Pun, but the cinch is that one of Jun Ma's men is undercover [Loius Koo as Wang Sah or WIlson] with Lin Kwok Pun. In an attempt to kill Lin Kwok Pun by the gang, the undercover operation is a bust. That's when thing's get real interesting. [s1]
Miscellaneous Notes
Movie: The same team that brought us SPL reteams to bring us Flash Point previously titled City With NO Mercy and Po Jun
Production:
- Beijing Poly-bona Film Publishing Co. Ltd.
- Mandarin Films Co.
Official Sites: Movie Site | Donnie Yen | Ngai Sing |
Related Links:
DY.us goods:
- Archived News page ; listing all reported developments of this project
- Gallery ; pics from production, promos, stills, etc
- User Reviews ; read or add your own.
- Rent it on dvd at Netflix. [Not available just yet]
- Want a copy of your own? Use the affiliate links , and donate to the site at the same time. [DVD release as yet to be determined]
Sources, Info credits: [S1] Basic synopsis compiled by Donnie Yen.us via various news reports of FP's plot.
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 Title Note: Long Hu Men/Lung Fu Moon (Chinese title)
Release Date:
28 JULY 06 [Asia, Europe];
? [N. American release]
Film Status: Released
Distributors:
Running Time: 94 min
Rating: Rated R
Language: Cantonese
Cast:
 
[L-R] Donnie Yen:Dragon Wong; Nicolas Tse: Tiger Wong; Shawn Yue: Turbo Shek;
 
[L-R] Dong Jie :Ma Xiaoling; Li Xiaoran : Lousha;
Crew:
Producers:
Nansun Shi , Bak-Ming Wong (as Raymond Wong), Donnie Yen [co-producer]
Premise:
Based on the popular Hong Kong Comic of the same name written by Yuk Long Wong
Synopsis:
Tiger Wong, student of the Dragon Tiger Gate, is an exceptionally skilled martial artist with a strong sense of justice and benevolence. "Gate" is a word describing martial arts sect or organization. While dining at a floating restaurant, he chances upon a high level triad meeting and notices a family being tormented for kicks. Enraged by the sight he stops the tormentors using his special kick - Eighteen Dragon Slaying Kick. At the same time, he unwittingly takes a gold medal which is an item of significance of the triad gangs. It turns out that this gold medal is the Lousha Death Plaque bestowed by the leader of the Lousha Gate, Shibumi. Lousha Gate is a powerful criminal organization in Asia. Whoever owns the gold medal has the resources of Lousha Gate at their back. Tiger, unaware of the medal's meaning and significance, is ambushed by the men Ma Kwun sent to reclaim it during his celebrations. As fate has it, he is saved by Dragon Wong who was sent to retrieve the medal;he is the bodyguard of the Triad Leader who rightfully owns the medal and Tiger's estranged brother. The triad goons not only ambush Tiger, but they also interrupt Turbo Shek's meal, who doesn't take kindly to that.
With the medal reclaimed, all would seem back to the way it should be, although it becomes clear that things are very wrong. Out of a sense of duty, Dragon remains with the Ma Kwun despite Tiger's pleas that he can still return to the Dragon Tiger Gate. Dismissing it as another life well past him, Dragon remains. Though Dragon is apart of Jiang Hu- the complicated society of the martial arts world involving different gates of good and evil, working for Ma Kwun, he has kept himself from any criminal activities. Meanwhile Turbo implores the master of Dragon Tiger Gate to take him on as a student. Refused, Turbo stubbornly remains to prove he is worthy of being a student. On the triad front, Ma Kwun decides to retire and returns the Lousha Plaque to Shibumi who is angered by this move. He sends his adopted daughter Lousha to destroy Ma Kwun and his family. When that does not go smoothly, with Dragon, Tiger and Turbo Shek at the center of it, it catches Shibumi's eyes. The glimmer of worthy opponents moves him to pay a visit to Dragon Tiger Gate. The illusion of 'as it should be' opens everyone's eyes. [s1]
Miscellaneous Notes
Production: Beijing Poly-bona Film Publishing Co. Ltd; Mandarin Films Distribution Co. Ltd.
Official Sites: Movie Site|Donnie Yen|
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Sources, Info credits: [S1] IMBD Page [warning! Spoilers!]; Love Asianfilm.com's Micro Site
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