This week we are taking a look at a Hong Kong action classic- Eastern Condors! Directed by and starring the legendary Sammo Hung, this wartime, martial arts thriller is one of the most unique and technically well executed entries in Hung’s extensive filmography. With some phenomenal cinematography, an overall visually stunning aesthetic, and absolutely mind-blowing martial arts sequences, this film has a little bit of something for everyone. Listen in as we break down why you should watch this film, what we love so much about it, and surprisingly enough… what we DON’T like about it! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

This week Gavin and I are discussing our EPIC weekend we just had, which included multiple film screenings, some GREAT food (and not so great 😆) and of course…. DRAGONFEST! Listen in as we break down our Zatoichi screening, our fun-filled day hanging out with some awesome folks at Dragonfest, and finally, the INCREDIBLE ‘A Better Tomorrow’ triple screening with a special introduction by the legend himself- John Woo! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

This time around we are taking a look at the newest entry in the John Wick Franchise, 'Ballerina'! We recorded this episode about two months ago, so we apologize about the delay, but hopefully you still enjoy this deep dive we take on the latest offering from the absolutely INSANbE world of John Wick! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

We’re back! And this time around, we are taking a look at one of the most eccentric straight-to-video martial arts entries of the 1990’s- Bloodmatch! Directed by the one and only Albert Pyun, the mastermind behind such genre classics as Cyborg and Nemesis, this slightly erratic neo-noir martial arts mystery is an ambitious entry in a stream of sometimes narratively derivative films of the era. With some an incredible martial arts scenes, unique visuals, and an overall dreamlike aesthetic, ‘Bloodmatch’ is an ambitious endeavor that tries its best to create a surreal action mystery for viewers. Does it succeed? You’ll have to check out the episode to find out! ALSO- we’ve got some big news for you guys about a certain event we will be attending next month!!!! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

This week, we are tackling the newest entry in the long-running Karate Kid franchise- ‘Karate Kid: Legends’. It’s two worlds colliding, as the long-established “Miyagi” universe crosses over with Jackie Chan’s “Mr. Han” universe, in a collaboration that has some major hits, but some major misses as well. Listen in as we break down what we liked about this entry, what left us wanting more, and our thoughts on the possible future of the Karate Kid franchise! You can listen to The Martial Arts Mania Podcast on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeart Podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

This week we are taking a look at ‘The Prosecutor’- a Hong Kong legal thriller with a Kung Fu twist! Starring AND directed by martial arts maestro Donnie Yen, this action extravaganza has a little bit of something for everyone. Great performances from a strong cast? Check✅ A compelling story of good overcoming equal? Check✅ And most importantly of all… a bunch of KICK-ASS fight scenes?! Double Check✅ ✅ Listen in as we break down this extremely fun film, what we loved so much about it, and why it leaves us excited for the future of Donnie Yen! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

New episode alert! This week, Gavin and I have another great entry in our fan favorite ‘Kung Fu Comfort Films’ series! Per usual, we are looking at films we go back to time and time again! Whether it is for nostalgia, background noise, or we just straight up need a Kung Fu fix, these movies always deliver in the best kind of way! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

This week we are taking a look at the Japanese action extravaganza ‘Re:Born’! Starring genre favorite Tak Sakaguchi, this psychological martial arts thriller delivers nonstop martial arts action! A combination of Tak’s unique “wave” style, along with some insanely hard-hitting kicks and punches, ‘Re:Born’ delivers on all fronts, including having a 45 minute long action finale! Listen in as we breakdown what makes this film so entertaining, what sets it apart from other films in Tak’s filmography, and what we hope to see from him in the future! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

This time around, we are taking a look at one of our favorite straight to video films, ‘City of Fear’! Starring martial arts legend and kicking maestro Gary Daniels, this early 2000’s action flick is a step above the rest! With stellar Hong Kong style fight scenes, and a Neo-noir plot ripped straight out of classic Hollywood cinema, this entry into the vast world of straight to video action cinema delivers in all of the right ways! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!

This time around, we are taking a look at the brand new Netflix film ‘Havoc’! From the genius mind of Gareth Evans comes another incredible entry into the world of hard-hitting, balls to the wall action cinema! Listen in as we break down this absolutely insane adrenaline rush, what we liked so much about it, and why it desperately needs to get SOME sort of theatrical release! Don’t forget to subscribe, download, like, and share with your friends! Thanks again for your continued support and we hope you enjoy!