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• The Ultimate Matrix Collection | Blu Ray | (14/04/2024) from £67.45   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• The Flash: The Complete Series | DVD | (28/08/2023) from £80.55   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  After being struck by lightning, investigator Barry Allen awakens from a nine-month coma to discover he has the gift of super speed. Teaming up with S.T.A.R. Labs, Barry becomes The Flash, the Fastest Man Alive, to protect his city. Barry has always had the heart of a hero and now he has the legs to match, but he learns that being a superhero is not as easy as it seems - and he can't do it alone.

• Chicago Fire: Seasons 1-11 | DVD | (28/08/2023) from £69.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  INCLUDES ALL 239 EPISODES. Join the brave and the bold at Firehouse 51 for 11 incredible seasons of Chicago Fire, the red-hot series from Emmy Award-winning executive producer Dick Wolf and co-creator Derek Haas. From their earliest outings through their development into a tight-knit rescue team of firefighters and paramedics, these 239 exciting episodes showcase all of the fiery action, white-knuckle suspense and intense personal drama the Chicago franchise is famous for. Dedicated, heroic and always willing to make tough calls, the courageous crew includes Capt. Matthew Casey (Jesse Spencer), Lt. Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney), Lt. Christopher Herrmann (David Eigenberg), Lt. Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo), paramedics Sylvie Brett (Kara Killmer) and Violet Mikami (Hanako Greensmith), veterans Randy "Mouch" McHolland (Christian Stolte) and Joe Cruz (Joe Minoso), and newer firefighters Blake Gallo (Alberto Rosende) and Darren Ritter (Daniel Kyri). Overseen by Deputy District Chief Wallace Boden (Eamonn Walker), there's no danger Firehouse 51 won't defy,br/and no risk not worth the reward of protecting the city, as well as each other.

• The Last Kingdom: Season 1-5 Blu-Ray | Blu Ray | (10/02/2025) from £69.98   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Witness the birth of England as you've never seen in the acclaimed series The Last Kingdom from the makers of Downton Abbey.At the end of the 9th century many of the separate kingdoms, which we now call England, have fallen in bloody conflict with invading Danes. Against this turbulent backdrop lives our hero, Uhtred (Alexander Dreymon). Born the son of a Saxon nobleman, he is captured by the Danes and raised as one of their own. For many years fate binds him to Alfred (David Dawson), Saxon King of Wessex. Uhtred must fight for Alfred's dream of uniting the kingdoms. Suffering great personal tragedy, Uhtred is torn between the country of his birth and the people of his upbringing.After Alfred's death, the turbulent reign of the new King Edward threatens his father's dream more than ever. Uhtred confronts a difficult choice - if he deserts Alfred's legacy, the future of the English people will be changed forever.

• Daniel Craig 5-Film Collection | Blu Ray | (06/06/2022) from £69.19   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Casino Royale Casino Royale introduces James Bond (Daniel Craig) before he holds his license to kill. But Bond is no less dangerous, and with two professional assassinations in quick succession, he is elevated to 00 status. M (Judi Dench), head of the British Secret Service, sends the newly promoted 007 on his fi rst mission that takes him to Madagascar, the Bahamas and eventually leads him to Montenegro to face Le Chiffre a ruthless financier under threat from his terrorist clientele who is attempting to restore his funds in a high-stakes poker game at the Casino Royale. M places Bond under the watchful eye of the treasury official Vesper Lynd. At first sceptical of what value Vesper can provide, Bondʼs interest in her deepens as they brave danger together. Le Chiffreʼs cunning and cruelty come to bear on them both in a way Bond could never imagine, and he learns his most important lesson: Trust no one. Quantom Of Solace On a nonstop quest for justice that crisscrosses the globe, Bond meets the beautiful but feisty Camille (Olga Kurylenko), who leads him to Dominic Greene (Mathieu Amalric), a ruthless businessman and major force within the mysterious Quantum organisation. When Bond uncovers a conspiracy to take control of one of the world's most important natural resources, he must navigate a minefield of treachery, deception and murder to neutralize Quantum before it's too late! Skyfall In SKYFALL, Bondʼs loyalty to M (Judi Dench) is tested as her past returns to haunt her. 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. When Bondʼs latest assignment goes gravely wrong and agents around the world are exposed, MI6 is attacked, forcing M to relocate the agency. These events cause her authority and position to be challenged by Mallory (Ralph Fiennes), the new Chairman of the Intelligence and Security Committee. With MI6 now compromised from both inside and out, M is left with one ally she can trust: Bond. 007 takes to the shadows aided only by fi eld agent Eve (Naomie Harris) following a trail to the mysterious Silva (Javier Bardem), whose lethal and hidden motives have yet to reveal themselves. Spectre A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond (Daniel Craig) on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as SPECTRE. Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bondʼs actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr. White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of SPECTRE. As the daughter of an assassin, she understands Bond in a way most others cannot. As Bond ventures towards the heart of SPECTRE, he learns of a chilling connection between himself and the enemy he seeks, played by Christoph Waltz. No Time To Die In NO TIME TO DIE, Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology.

• The Flash: The Complete Series | Blu Ray | (28/08/2023) from £50.24   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  After being struck by lightning, investigator Barry Allen awakens from a nine-month coma to discover he has the gift of super speed. Teaming up with S.T.A.R. Labs, Barry becomes The Flash, the Fastest Man Alive, to protect his city. Barry has always had the heart of a hero and now he has the legs to match, but he learns that being a superhero is not as easy as it seems - and he can't do it alone.

• Royal Shakespeare Company Collection | DVD | (25/04/2025) from £176.79   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• Tiger Cage Trilogy - Standard Edition | Blu Ray | (26/09/2022) from £31.98   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  !Bought to you by legendary martial arts stalwart Woo-Ping Yeun, the original Tiger Cage (1988) was an explosive, fast-paced Hong Kong feature replete with criminal gangs and a dedicated law enforcement team in a battle for the city.Just as a crack drug unit celebrates a successful operation one of their numbers is killed. This leads them on a mission to expose the killer and the underground operation and more importantly to discover who the mole in the team might be. Fun, furious and rammed with glorious fight choreography, Tiger Cage is the perfect late 80s Kung Fu spectacular.It was quickly followed by two sequels Tiger Cage 2 (1990) and Tiger Cage 3 (1991) also directed by Woo-Ping Yeun. This brand-new set brings all three movies together in a beautifully presented delux pressing. A must for cult martial arts fans everywhere.ExtrasDisc 1 - Tiger CageNew 2K Transfer from the Original NegativeHigh Definition (1080p) Blu-ray Presentation2.0 LPCM English Mono2.0 LPCM Cantonese Mono with Newly Translated English Subtitles2.0 LPCM Mandarin Mono with Alternate Music ScoreAudio Commentary with Frank Djeng and Vincent LynVincent Lyn's Personal 'Behind-the-scenes' FootageTiger King - An Archive Interview with Donnie YenEnglish TitlesExtra Shots From the Taiwanese VersionTriads - with Vincent Lyn and Frank DjengOriginal Hong Kong TrailerEnglish TrailerDisc 2 - Tiger Cage 2Choice of Both Hong Kong and Malaysian CutsNew 2K Transfer from the Original NegativeHigh Definition (1080p) Blu-ray Presentation2.0 LPCM English Mono2.0 LPCM Cantonese Mono with Newly Translated English SubtitlesAudio Commentary with Action Specialists Mike Leeder and Arne Venema (HK Cut)Audio Commentary with Asian Cinema Expert Frank Djeng (HK Cut)Original Hong Kong TrailerDisc 3 - Tiger Cage 3New 2K Transfer from the Original NegativeHigh Definition (1080p) Blu-ray Presentation2.0 LPCM English Mono2.0 LPCM Cantonese Mono with Newly Translated English SubtitlesOptional SDH SubtitlesAudio Commentary by Phil Gillon and Kenneth Brorsson of the Podcast on Fire TeamOriginal Hong Kong TrailerAlternate English Trailer

• The Avenges Complete Collection | DVD | (07/06/2021) from £54.15   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• In Live Concert at The Royal Albert Hall (3CD+2DVD) | DVD | (20/09/2010) from £41.83   |  Saving you £-4.84 (-13.10%)   |  RRP £36.99

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• Bong Joon Ho Collection | Blu Ray | (19/04/2021) from £41.98   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Contains Barking Dogs Never Bite (2000), Memories of Murder (2003), The Host (2006), Mother (2009), Snowpiercer (2013), Parasite (2020) and Parasite B&W (2020). Special Features: PARASITE - Extra 1 Making of - Extra 2 Deleted Scenes - Extra 3 Director Q&A - Extra 4 HOH & Audio description

• House of the Dragon: Season 1 | Blu Ray | (19/12/2022) from £29.90   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, the series finds the Targaryens ruling over the Seven Kingdoms - and on the brink of a civil war within their own house. Prior to the birth of a son, King Viserys sent shockwaves through the kingdom and declared his daughter, Rhaenyra, his heir. Once a healthy boy entered the picture, plans were afoot to make sure she would never sit on the Iron Throne. Now, with schemes hatched on both sides - and the kingdom in the balance - viewers will see the house that dragons built and learn how they tore it all down. Over 70 minutes of bonus content, including two featurettes exclusive to DVD, Blu-ray and 4K UHD Welcome to Westeros Returning to the Seven Kingdoms A New Reign Returning to Westeros Before the Dance: An Illustrated History with George R.R. Martin Height of an Empire Noble Houses Familiar Places Introducing the Characters

• Four Film Noir Classics | Blu Ray | (21/09/2020) from £43.98   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Robert Siodmak / Fritz Lang / Abraham Polonksy / Dark urban locales, sultry femme fatales, doomed protagonists and a brooding atmosphere of danger, cynicism and anxiety. These quintessential aspects of film noir are strikingly demonstrated by the four consummate examples of the genre presented in this collection. In The Dark Mirror (1946), directed by Robert Siodmak (The Killers), a man is murdered and there's an obvious suspect, but she has an identical twin sister (both played by Olivia de Havilland, Gone with the Wind), and one of them has a cast-iron alibi. The perfect crime? A psychologist with a specialist interest in twin psychology delves into the heart of the mystery, at considerable risk to himself. In Secret Beyond the Door (1947), Fritz Lang (The Big Heat) adapts the Bluebeard legend with a dash of Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca. Shortly after their marriage, Celia (Joan Bennett, Suspiria) begins to suspect her architect husband Mark (Michael Redgrave, Dead of Night) of having a secret past, and wonders about the reason behind multiple rooms in his self-designed home, one of which is kept permanently locked. In Abraham Polonsky's Force of Evil (1948), an unscrupulous lawyer (John Garfield, The Postman Always Rings Twice) scents a personal fortune when he concocts a plan to merge New York City's numbers rackets into a single powerful and unbreakable operation, but reckons without his brother, who'd rather stay independent. And in Joseph H. Lewis's ultra-stylish The Big Combo (1955), Lieutenant Diamond (Cornel Wilde, The Naked Prey) is determined to bring down mob boss Mr Brown (Richard Conte, Thieves' Highway), even if it means jeopardising his own career. But the feeling is mutual and the unscrupulous gangster is more than willing to operate outside the law to get his man, leading to some wince-inducing set-pieces (some involving a pre-stardom Lee Van Cleef). This collection showcases many of the genre's major names on both sides of the camera. In addition to the directing and acting talent there are cinematographers Stanley Cortez (The Night of the Hunter) and John Alton (An American in Paris), composers Dimitri Tiomkin (High Noon) and Miklós Rósza (The Killers), and writers Nunnally Johnson (The Woman in the Window) and Philip Yordan (Johnny Guitar). It's little wonder that directors such as Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino were so struck by them. SPECIAL EDITION CONTENTS High Definition Blu-rayTM (1080p) presentations of four film noir classics: The Dark Mirror, Secret Beyond the Door, Force of Evil and The Big Combo Original uncompressed PCM soundtracks on all films Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing for all films Commentaries on all films by leading scholars and critics Adrian Martin (The Dark Mirror), Alan K. Rode (Secret Beyond the Door), Glenn Kenny and Farran Smith Nehme (Force of Evil), and Eddie Muller (The Big Combo) Noah Isenberg on The Dark Mirror, the author and scholar provides a detailed analysis of the film Barry Keith Grant on Secret Beyond the Door, the author and scholar introduces the film The House of Lang, a visual essay on Fritz Lang's style by filmmaker David Cairns with a focus on his noir work Introduction to Force of Evil by Martin Scorsese An Autopsy on Capitalism, a visual essay on the production and reception of Force of Evil by Frank Krutnik, author of In a Lonely Street: Film noir, genre, masculinity Commentary on selected Force of Evil themes by Krutnik Geoff Andrew on The Big Combo, the critic and programmer offers an introduction to and analysis of the film Wagon Wheel Joe, a visual essay on director Joseph H. Lewis by filmmaker David Cairns The Big Combo original screenplay (BD-ROM content) Four radio plays, starring Olivia de Havilland and John Garfield among others International poster galleries for all films Trailers Reversible sleeves featuring newly commissioned artwork by Scott Saslow for all films

• Jurassic World Trilogy | Blu Ray | (26/09/2022) from £39.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Contains all three films from the blockbuster Jurassic World franchise. Jurassic World Directed by Colin Trevorrow and executive produced by Academy Award® winner* Steven Spielberg, one of the biggest movie franchises of all time gets even bigger with Jurassic World. 22 years ago, John Hammond envisioned a theme park where guests could experience the thrill of witnessing actual dinosaurs. Today, Jurassic World welcomes tens of thousands of visitors, but something sinister lurks behind the park's attractions: a genetically modified dinosaur with savage capabilities. When chaos erupts across the island, Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) race to restore order as a day in the park becomes a struggle for survival. Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom It's been three years since theme park and luxury resort Jurassic World was destroyed by dinosaurs out of containment. Isla Nublar now sits abandoned by humans while the surviving dinosaurs fend for themselves in the jungles. When the island's dormant volcano begins roaring to life, Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) mount a campaign to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from this extinction-level event. Jurassic World Dominion Experience the epic conclusion to the Jurassic era as two generations unite for the first time. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard are joined by Oscar®-winner Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum and Sam Neill in Jurassic World Dominion, a bold, timely and breathtaking new adventure that spans the globe. From Jurassic World architect and director Colin Trevorrow, Dominion takes place four years after Isla Nublar has been destroyed. Dinosaurs now live - and hunt - alongside humans all over the world. This fragile balance will reshape the future and determine, once and for all, whether human beings are to remain the apex predators on a planet they now share with history's most fearsome creatures.

• Bloodsport 4K & Blu-Ray Steelbook - Limited Collector's Edition | Blu Ray | (12/08/2024) from £44.25   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  The cult film with martial arts legend Jean-Claude Van Damme now in a newly restored version. In his youth, American Frank Dux (Jean-Claude Van Damme) was taught the art of ninjitsu by Japanese martial arts master Senzo Tanaka. When he finds out Tanaka is dying, Dux travels to Hong Kong in his honor to participate in the Kumite - a secret full-contact competition in which fighters from all over the world put their lives on the line. He has only one goal in mind; to leave the arena as the winner Product Features 2-disc Limited Collector's Edition with film in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision for the FIRST TIME EVER WORLDWIDE and these exciting Bonus Features: An Uppercut Into the Action Movie A-List - A Knock out Interview with Jean-Claude Van Damme Blood Writes - Writing a Cannon Classic with Sheldon Lettich; Wham! Bam! Thank You, Van Damme! - Back in The Ring with Director of Photography David Worth A Sporting Chance - Blood, Sweat, and Stunts with Paulo Tocha Tunes to Tap Out to - The Music of Paul Hertzog Audio Commentary with Sheldon Lettich, Paulo Tocha and James Bennett Theatrical Trailer 24-page Booklet

• Sherlock Holmes - The Basil Rathbone Collection - 4 DVD & Bookazine BOXSET | DVD | (17/09/2018) from £54.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

• Species 1-4 Collection | Blu Ray | (30/01/2023) from £33.79   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Starring Ben Kingsley (GANDHI, SEXY BEAST), Alfred Molina (SPIDER-MAN 2, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK) and Natasha Henstridge in her debut performance, the original Species was an impressive mix of science fiction and body horror, inspired by the likes of ALIEN and the work of David Cronenberg. Its success encouraged a run of entertaining sequels and the franchise has long been a favourite of cult film enthusiasts everywhere. This beautiful set contains all four movies including SPECIES, SPECIES II, SPECIES III and SPECIES: THE AWAKENING in a superb presentation replete with extras, insights and interviews. Product Features Disc 1 SPECIES Audio Commentary with Natasha Henstridge, Michael Madsen and Director Roger Donaldson Audio Commentary with Director Roger Donaldson, Make-Up Effects Creator Steve Johnson, Visual Effects Supervisor Richard Edlund and Producer Frank Mancuso Jr. Audio Commentary with Critics Kim Newman and Film-maker Sean Hogan After Birth: The Evolution of Species From Sil to Eve The Making of Species: The Origin, The Concept, The Discovery Designing a Hybrid Alternate Ending Theatrical Trailer Stills Gallery Disc 2 SPECIES 2 Audio Commentary with Director Peter Medak From Sil to Eve with Natasha Henstridge Creature Creations: The Effects of Species II Alien Evolutions with Chris Brancato Special Effects Outtakes & behind the Scenes Footage Species II: Eve of Destruction Additional Unseen Footage :The DebutantsThe Strip ClubTransvestiteExtended Tongue Theatrical Trailer Disc 3 SPECIES 3 Audio Commentary with Director Brad Turner, Writer Ben Ripley and Actor Robin Dunne Audio Commentary with Film Journalists Dave Wain and Matty Budrewicz Alien Odyssey: Evolution Alien Odyssey: Species DNA Alien Odyssey: Alien Technology Alien Odyssey: Intelligent Lifeforms Genesis Falling Apart Original Trailer Disc 4 SPECIES THE AWAKENING Audio Commentary with Film Journalists Dave Wain and Matty Budrewicz Alien Awakenings - An Interview with Director Nick Lyon Miranda's Memories - An Interview with Actress Helena Mattson Deleted Scenes Original Trailer

• Tales From the Urban Jungle: Brute Force and The Naked City (Limited Edition) | Blu Ray | (12/04/2021) from £34.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  A DOUBLE BILL OF FILM NOIR CLASSICS! Writer, director, producer and actor Jules Dassin was one of Hollywood's most remarkable talents. Between 1947 and 1955 he directed a string of stylish, gritty, and hard-hitting Film Noir classics including Thieves Highway and Night And The City. Blacklisted in the communist witch hunts of the House Un-American Activities, he would continue that run with Rififi, directed in France. Each film is a diamond hard classic, weathering the test of time with sharp edges intact. Tales from The Urban Jungle brings together the two films which started that extraordinary streak of hits. In Brute Force, Burt Lancaster is Joe Collins, one of a number of convicts squeezed into cell R17 and intent on breaking out. Desperate to return to his cancer-ridden wife (Ann Blyth), and to escape the clutches of sadistic warden Captain Munsey (an unforgettable performance from Hume Cronyn) who enjoys a reign of terror over the inmates. Meanwhile, in The Naked City, a blonde ex-model is murdered in her bathtub and detectives Muldoon (Barry Fitzgerald) and Halloran (Don Taylor) are assigned to the case. Their investigation leads them all over New York City, from Park Avenue to the Lower East Side, reaching its thrilling climax atop the Williamsburg Bridge. Inspired by the work of infamous tabloid photographer Weegee, The Naked City was the first major Hollywood production to be shot entirely on the streets of New York, making use of more than a hundred authentic locations. Both films feature stark cinematography and taut writing to land an incredible one-two punch that remains impactful to this day. Sourced from new 4K restorations, and complemented by a wealth of bonus features, this Special Edition Blu-Ray™ set is both the perfect entry point for newcomers to the work of a great director, and a must have for die-hard fans of Film Noir and Jules Dassin. LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation of new 4K restorations of both films Original uncompressed mono 1.0 audio Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing for both films Illustrated booklet featuring writing on the films by Alastair Philips, Barry Salt, Sergio Angelini, Andrew Graves, Richard Brooks and Frank Krutnik Reversible sleeves featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Sister Hyde DISC ONE BRUTE FORCE Brand new commentary by historian and critic Josh Nelson Nothing's Okay, a brand new visual essay by film historians David Cairns & Fiona Watson Josh Olson: Brute Force, a personal appreciation by the Academy Award winning screenwriter of A History of Violence Burt Lancaster: The Film Noir Years, an in-depth look at Burt Lancaster's early career by Kate Buford, author of Burt Lancaster: An American Life Theatrical Trailers Image Gallery DISC TWO THE NAKED CITY Naked City Radio, a unique new audio commentary by historian and critic David Cairns featuring actors Steven McNicoll and Francesca Dymond The Pulse of the City, a brand new visual essay by historian and critic Eloise Ross New York and The Naked City, a personalised history of NYC on the big screen by critic Amy Taubin The Hollywood Ten, a 1950 documentary short on the ten filmmakers blacklisted from Hollywood for their refusal to name names before the House Un-American Activities Committee, including The Naked City's screenwriter Albert Maltz Gallery of production stills by photojournalist Weegee Theatrical Trailer

• Sonic The Hedgehog 2 Steelbook | Blu Ray | (08/08/2022) from £33.79   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  The world's favorite blue hedgehog is back! Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with help from Knuckles, in search of a powerful emerald. Sonic, along with his new sidekick Tails, embarks on a journey to stop Dr. Robotnik's plans before it's too late. Introducing: Knuckles and Tails The evil Dr. Robotnik returns with the help of Knuckles the Enchidna Tails joins forces with Sonic to help fight off Dr. Robotnik and his new sidekick Knuckles.

• Shawscope Volume Three Limited Edition Blu-ray | Blu Ray | (24/03/2025) from £134.25   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Before Hong Kong's mightiest film studio mastered the art of the kung fu film, Shaw Brothers hit box office gold with a very different kind of martial arts cinema, one that channelled the blood-soaked widescreen violence of Japanese samurai epics and Italian spaghetti westerns into a uniquely Chinese form: the wuxia pian. With their enthralling tales drawn from historical myth and legend of sword-wielding (and often gravity-defying) noble heroes, the wuxia films housed in this next instalment of Arrow Video's best-selling Shawscope series demonstrate the sweeping stylistic evolution of the genre, from the righteous stoicism of the late-60s Mandarin period, right through to the wild-and-weird anarchism of the early-80s Cantonese explosion. The iconic One-Armed Swordsman trilogy, directed between 1967 and 1971 by wuxia cinema godfather Chang Cheh, made household names of stars Jimmy Wang Yu and David Chiang and set the gory template for many of the films to come. Contrary to Chang's tales of loyal brotherhood, many wuxia films focused on female protagonists, three very different examples of which we see next: Ho Meng-hua's Lady Hermit, with the great Cheng Pei-pei (Come Drink with Me) as a virtuous swordswoman called upon to stop a vicious warlord; Chor Yuen's scandalous Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan in which the titular lady of the night masters every deadly skill she can to get revenge on those who enslaved her; and Cheng Kang's all-star epic The 14 Amazons, in which Shaws' finest starlets play the real-life women of the Yang dynasty, avenging their fallen menfolk in battle. Next, Chor Yuen adapted several beloved novels by consummate wuxia storyteller Gu Long to the big screen, four of which are collected here: The Magic Blade, Clans of Intrigue, Jade Tiger and The Sentimental Swordsman, all starring the redoubtable Ti Lung. As kung fu overtook wuxia at the box office, the genre evolved into unexpected new directions, with its chivalrous knights-errant replaced by conflicted antiheroes, as seen in Sun Chung's breathlessly exciting The Avenging Eagle and Boxer's Omen goremeister Kuei Chih-hung's fatalistic masterpiece Killer Constable. Finally, just when it seemed the wuxia film had nowhere left to turn, Eighties excess reigned supreme in the special-effects-soaked, fourth-wall-breaking fantastical delights of Taylor Wong's Buddha's Palm and Lu Chun-ku's Bastard Swordsman. Back with all-new exclusive restorations and hours of insightful bonus material, if you thought the previous two Shawscope sets showed the Shaw Brothers studio at its strongest, you ain't seen nothing yet! LIMITED EDITION BLU-RAY COLLECTION CONTENTS - High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentations of all fourteen films, including thirteen new 2K restorations by Arrow Films from the original negatives, and a new 4K restoration of One-Armed Swordsman by Celestial Pictures - Original uncompressed Mandarin mono, plus Cantonese and/or English (where applicable) lossless mono options - Newly translated English subtitles for each film - Illustrated 60-page collectors' booklet featuring new writing by David West, Jonathan Clements and Dylan Cheung, plus cast and crew listings and notes on each film by Ian Jane - New artwork by Tony Stella, Ilan Sheady, Tom Ralston, Jolyon Yates, Kung Fu Bob and Chris Malbon - Hours of illuminating bonus features, including feature commentaries on each film, several cast-and-crew interviews from the Frédéric Ambroisine Video Archive, and the rare alternate Korean cut of Killer Constable - Exclusive CD of music from the De Wolfe Music Library, as heard in The Avenging Eagle and other Shaw Brothers classics