Podcast On Fire 358: Last Hero In China
Jet Li dives headfirst into Wong Jing mayhem in Last Hero in China. A wild, comedic detour from the Once Upon a Time in China series. With Kenny B and Phil G.
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Podcast On Fire 351: Three films with Michelle Yeoh – Yes Madam, Holy Weapon, Wonder Seven
Michelle Yeoh’s filmography is vast, so we’re trying something new. Instead of covering every film, we’re selecting three to highlight her action legacy. Two quick reviews focus on her 90s wuxia and action work with Holy Weapon and Wonder Seven, while our deep dive goes into her action debut Yes, Madam. With Kenny B and Phil G.
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Podcast On Fire 350: Peking Opera Blues
When Tsui Hark takes us to the opera, things can only get whimsical, vibrant, and joyous—despite the underlying torture and violence. Join Kenny B and Michael Scott of the A4E Podcast as we delve into Peking Opera Blues. Read More
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Podcast On Fire 344: Working Class
The noodle making working class, as Tsui Hark sees it, as he directs and co-stars in Working Class from 1985. With Kenny B and Paul Fox. Read More
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Podcast On Fire 341: The Big Heat
The combined efforts of Johnnie To, Tsui Hark and Fatal Termination’s Andrew Kam gives us what is possibly the goriest gunplay film of its time: 1988’s The Big Heat. With Kenny B and Phil G. Read More
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Podcast On Fire 334: Dangerous Encounter – 1st Kind
Mr. Super Happy Fun Guy Tsui Hark has entered the chat and gives us the most nihilistic film of his career. With Kenny B and Michael Scott of the Action For Everyone podcast. Read More
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Podcast On Fire 365: Once Upon A Time In China
Tsui Hark’s Once Upon a Time in China marked a turning point for the Hong Kong martial arts film, bringing Wong Fei-hung back to the screen in a form that felt both rooted in legend and thoroughly modern. Kenny B is joined by Mike Scott from the A4E podcast (Linktree) to discuss the film’s production, historical context, action choreography, themes, alternate versions, and lasting influence on Hong Kong cinema.
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