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Kamikaze (2016) - UK   Reviewed by Andrew Chan (Film Critics Circle of Australia) Help us continue to cover more Asian and Martial Art films by making a donation to Neo Film Blog below.   Billed as Welsh first action star, Marcus Shakesheff needs no introduction to the stunts arena. Having build a credible resume of stunt works in high profile films in “Wonder Woman”, “Maleficent”, “Thor” to name a few, Shakesheff turned to direct and star in low budget actioner “Kamikaze”. The result is amazing on a stunts and action perspective, especially the scenes involving the car chase revoking Jackie Chan’s movies...

One Cut Of the Dead 屍殺片場 (2018) - Japan   Reviewed by Andrew Chan (Film Critics Circle of Australia)     Filmed on a shoestring budget of US$27,000 with a cast of newcomers, the latest zombie comedy directed by indie Shinichiro Ueda is not just a good film, but easily the funniest zombie comedy since “Shaun the Dead”. After taking the Japanese box office by storm and the international film festival circuit with standing ovations, “One Cut of the Dead” is now opening across Asian territories where it will undoubtedly become a cult classic. There are a few stand out...

A Star is Born 星夢情深 (2018) - USA   Reviewed by Andrew Chan (Film Critics Circle of Australia)     Before I launch into the review of this magnificent film, I will proclaim that the “Oscars race officially begins here!” Bradley Cooper directed, produced and starring vehicle is simply breathtakingly amazing, pin needle heartfelt and constantly heartbreaking in the most emotionally striking manner. From the get go, we are hooked and connected to the beautiful performance of a lifetime fro Lady Gaga and Cooper as we connect through the music and love. Based on a William A Wellman’s 1937 film...

Brother of the Year 大佬可以退貨嗎？ (2018) - Thailand   Reviewed by Andrew Chan (Film Critics Circle of Australia)     This is a heartwarming and winning comedy Thai film about the notion when sibling rivalries goes to the extreme circumstances. Already a huge commercial hit in Thailand, “Brother of the Year” will likely find Asian crowds similar to last year success in “Bad Genius”. What I enjoyed about this comedy is the fact that it goes away from the usual romantic comedy roots and focus on the sibling relationship dynamics. Director Witthaya Thongyooyong in essence manages to craft a film...

Searching 人肉搜尋 (2018) - USA   Reviewed by Andrew Chan (Film Critics Circle of Australia)     To call “Searching” one of the best internet crime thrillers is probably an understatement as it is the best Hollywood crime thriller in years. Clever, intriguing and haunting are words that comes to mind to describe this John Cho starring film. As another successful Asian American film (other being “Crazy Rich Asians”), it shows that we have a lot of stories to tell and the intelligent manner that director  Aneesh Chaganty portray through the use of cameras, computers screens, FaceTime and webcams makes...