Tag: Michael Jai White

REVIEWS

Review: THE COMMANDO- Michael Jai White & Mickey Rourke Headline the Action-Drama that Delivers Solid Fisticuffs but Suffers from a Lack of Adrenaline

By: John M Jerva At first glance, the new action-thriller The Commando which stars Michael jai White is another action pic that features our star doing what he does best. When you see the trailer, there are ample sequences of White dishing out some punishment with guns and, of course, his hands and feet and audiences will think that this one will feature more of … Continue reading Review: THE COMMANDO- Michael Jai White & Mickey Rourke Headline the Action-Drama that Delivers Solid Fisticuffs but Suffers from a Lack of Adrenaline

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS, The Action Fix Podcast

Exclusive: Martial Arts-Action Star Michael Jai White Talks THE COMMANDO & More on The Action Fix Podcast!

By: John M Jerva Michael Jai White is a bona fide bad ass and a legit one at that. The action and martial arts superstar holds black belts in several different disciplines and has been one of the biggest draws in the action genre for years commanding a legion of fans. Whether he’s delivering a devastating side kick or nailing a dramatic scene, Jai White … Continue reading Exclusive: Martial Arts-Action Star Michael Jai White Talks THE COMMANDO & More on The Action Fix Podcast!

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HOME RELEASES, TRAILERS

THE COMMANDO: Michael Jai White & Mickey Rourke Go Tactical in the New Actioner Hitting in January!

By: John M Jerva Action and martial arts heavyweight star Michael Jai White is back big time in the new action-thriller The Commando and this time he’s got some serious competition in Oscar nominee Mickey Rourke (The Wrestler, The Expendables) who is hell bent on getting his money back. The siege is set and the showdown is on this new year! The film will see … Continue reading THE COMMANDO: Michael Jai White & Mickey Rourke Go Tactical in the New Actioner Hitting in January!

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REVIEWS

Review: BLACK FRIDAY- Temper Expectations and You Might Enjoy the Fun Albeit Forgettable Ride of this Holiday Horror Satire

By: John M Jerva I’ve been a retail sales worker for over thirteen years now and when I saw that they were making a satire on Black Friday which featured lowly workers having the worst shopping day ever, I was immediately drawn to it. Throw in the fact that it stars Devon Sawa, Michael Jai White and the legendary Bruce Campbell and you had me … Continue reading Review: BLACK FRIDAY- Temper Expectations and You Might Enjoy the Fun Albeit Forgettable Ride of this Holiday Horror Satire

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THE ACTION FIX

The Action Fix: Happy Birthday Michael Jai White!

By: John M Jerva As action stars go, Michael Jai White is legit. He’s got multiple black belts in various styles and when he throws a kick or punch it both, the next zip code feels it. White has starred in many action hits but has also dabbled in other genres as well so he’s definitely an acting threat in the industry and will be … Continue reading The Action Fix: Happy Birthday Michael Jai White!

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TRAILERS

BLACK FRIDAY: Campbell, Sawa & White are Our Last Line in the Horror/Comedy Hitting this Thanksgiving

By: John M Jerva Having worked in retail and seeing the worst in people on the busiest shopping day of the year, the new film Black Friday is right in my wheelhouse. Add in a sensational cast that includes Devon Sawa, Michael Jai White and the man himself Bruce Campbell and you’ve got a sure fire hit in the new horror-comedy from director Casey Tebo. … Continue reading BLACK FRIDAY: Campbell, Sawa & White are Our Last Line in the Horror/Comedy Hitting this Thanksgiving

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ESSENTIAL ACTION, ESSENTIAL ADKINS

Essential Action: Revisiting the Greatness of the “Holy Grail of Action Films”TRIPLE THREAT!

By: John M Jerva Back in 2019, director Jesse V. Johnson delivered one of the best action films in a long time as the Expendables of the East arrived in Triple Threat. The movie which originally started off as The Makeshift Squad which was an original concept of martial arts star Tiger Hue Chen brought together some of the most explosive martial arts talent the … Continue reading Essential Action: Revisiting the Greatness of the “Holy Grail of Action Films”TRIPLE THREAT!

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NEWS

NOGALES: Michael Jai White Fights His Past and for a Future in the New Action-Thriller Now in Production

By: John M Jerva It dawned on me today that I haven’t shared any news about Michael Jai White in a while. The actor, martial artist and action star is a favorite here at Action-Flix and will next be seen in the movies The Commando which pits him against Mickey Rourke and the WWII epic Come Out Fighting also starring Tyrese Gibson. Let’s not forget … Continue reading NOGALES: Michael Jai White Fights His Past and for a Future in the New Action-Thriller Now in Production

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NEWS

BLACK FRIDAY: First Look Images Assemble the Cast for the Holiday Shopping Day Gone Awry Comedy-Horror Film!

By: John M Jerva When Black Friday was first announced, I was on board immediately. First of all, the cast is enough with Bruce Campbell, Devon Sawa and Michael Jai White and then add in the fact that they are battling mutated shoppers during the busiest shopping day of the year. It’s a winner no matter what in my book. Well, Black Friday is set … Continue reading BLACK FRIDAY: First Look Images Assemble the Cast for the Holiday Shopping Day Gone Awry Comedy-Horror Film!

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NEWS

Michael Jai White Announces Filming has Wrapped on the WWII Thriller COME OUT FIGHTING with Lundgren & Tyrese Gibson!

By: John M Jerva Action heavyweight Michael Jai White has officially announced on his Twitter feed that filming has wrapped on his latest endeavor which is a cool sounding WWII pic titled Come Out Fighting which packs a great cast including Dolph Lundgren and Fast and Furious alum Tyrese Gibson. Check out White’s post below along with a group image from the set! View this … Continue reading Michael Jai White Announces Filming has Wrapped on the WWII Thriller COME OUT FIGHTING with Lundgren & Tyrese Gibson!

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RAPID FIRE REVIEWS

Rapid Fire Review: TAKE BACK with Gillian & Michael Jai White is Much More than a Punch Fest

By: Braden White Zara (Gillian White) and Brian (Michael Jai White) are living the perfect small-town life when Zara heroically foils a robbery and becomes headline news. This unwanted notoriety draws elements of Zara’s mysterious past back into her life, putting the lives of her family in danger. When Zara and Brian’s daughter is kidnapped by a sadistic gang of people traffickers led by the … Continue reading Rapid Fire Review: TAKE BACK with Gillian & Michael Jai White is Much More than a Punch Fest

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Michael Jai White, Tom Berenger & Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson Star in COPS AND ROBBERS on DVD & Digital this Month!

By: John M Jerva Dazzler Media in the UK has struck again as they are releasing the taut, thrilling action-thriller Cops and Robbers this month on DVD as well as Digital. The film which is another notch in the crime subgenre boasts a pretty impresseive cast that includes action heavyweight michael Jai White, former MMA champ Quinton “Rampage” Jackson as well as the icon himself … Continue reading Michael Jai White, Tom Berenger & Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson Star in COPS AND ROBBERS on DVD & Digital this Month!

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RAPID FIRE REVIEWS

Rapid Fire Review: Michael Jai White Delivers a Masterclass in NEVER BACK DOWN: NO SURRENDER!

By: Jacob Bloodee Jacob Babcock Pressed for time?! Check out Jacob Bloodee Jacob Babcock’s review of Never Back Down: No Surrender with martial arts action star Michael Jai White. It’s everything you need to know in half the time! Never Back Down: No Surrender was released in 2016. This is the second film in the series to be directed by as well as star the … Continue reading Rapid Fire Review: Michael Jai White Delivers a Masterclass in NEVER BACK DOWN: NO SURRENDER!

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ROGUE HOSTAGE: A New Trailer Hits for the Tyrese Gibson & Michael Jai White Led DIE HARD Style Actioner! (Update: Releases in June!)

By: John M Jerva Update: Just a quick mention that Rogue Hostage is set to hit select theaters and On Demand on June 11, 2021! (Original Post) A new trailer has dropped for Fast & Furious star Tyrese Gibson’s new action-thriller which also features Michael Jai White. The move is called Rogue Hostage and at one time it was titled Red 48 but as I … Continue reading ROGUE HOSTAGE: A New Trailer Hits for the Tyrese Gibson & Michael Jai White Led DIE HARD Style Actioner! (Update: Releases in June!)

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RAPID FIRE REVIEWS

RAPID FIRE REVIEW: ASSAULT ON VA-33 Delivers a Massive Misfire in the DTV Action Market

By: John M Jerva Pressed for time? Check out our Rapid Fire Review for the New Die Hard-esque action-thriller Assault on VA-33 with Flanery, White & Dacascos. It’s everything you need to know in half the time! Assault on VA-33 Starring: Sean Patrick Flanery, Mark Dacascos, Rob Van Dam, Weston Cage Coppola, Gina Holden and Michael Jai White Directed By: Christopher Douglas-Olen Ray SYNOPSIS: Sean … Continue reading RAPID FIRE REVIEW: ASSAULT ON VA-33 Delivers a Massive Misfire in the DTV Action Market

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TAKE BACK: Gillian White Kicks Ass in the Latest Trailer for the Action-Thriller with Michael Jai White Hitting in June!

By: John M Jerva Michael Jai White is one of the biggest names in action and martial arts having been kicking large amounts of ass throughout the years. Now his wife, Gillian is ready to take center stage and throw down with the best of them as the couple star in the new action-thriller Take Back which sees Gillian having to fight hard as her … Continue reading TAKE BACK: Gillian White Kicks Ass in the Latest Trailer for the Action-Thriller with Michael Jai White Hitting in June!

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Michael Jai White’s WELCOME TO SUDDEN DEATH HITS UK DVD FEBRUARY 22nd!

By: John M Jerva Action star Michael Jai White’s indirect sequel Welcome To Sudden Death was met with a luke warm reception when it was released last year but for all its worth, the film was OK and White elevated a mediocre movie with his performance and from a physical standpoint, he delivered the action once again. Now UK fans will be able to see … Continue reading Michael Jai White’s WELCOME TO SUDDEN DEATH HITS UK DVD FEBRUARY 22nd!

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ASSAULT ON VA-33: The War Comes Home in the New Actioner Starring Flanery, Dacascos & White!

By: John M Jerva We have the new trailer and key art for the upcoming action pic Assault on VA-33 which features a great action cast including Sean Patrick Flanery, Mark Dacascos and Michael Jai White. The battlefield is about to come home so check out the first look below! Sean Patrick Flanery stars as a decorated Army veteran fighting terrorists who invade is local … Continue reading ASSAULT ON VA-33: The War Comes Home in the New Actioner Starring Flanery, Dacascos & White!

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FIREPOWER FRIDAYS, FOOT FIST FRIDAYS

FOOT FIST FIREPOWER FRIDAY! TRIPLE THREAT Combines the Best of Both Worlds with Bone Crunching Fisticuffs and Heavy Duty Weaponry!

By: John M Jerva Well it’s been a hell of a week and I’m happy to say that hopefully things are returning back to normal and since I missed last week’s installment of Firepower Fridays, I thought that I would combine it this week with Foot Fist Fridays to create the awesome spectacle that is known as FOOT FIST FIREPOWER FIDAYS! That’s right boys and … Continue reading FOOT FIST FIREPOWER FRIDAY! TRIPLE THREAT Combines the Best of Both Worlds with Bone Crunching Fisticuffs and Heavy Duty Weaponry!

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NEWS

CAMPBELL, SAWA, AND WHITE Take On a BLACK FRIDAY RAMPAGE!

By: John M Jerva Well as a person who works retail and loathes holiday shoppers, this movie sounds like it’s right in my wheelhouse as an awesome cast including Bruce Campbell, Devon Sawa and Michael Jai White are about to take on a bloodthirsty horde of infected consumers on Black Friday. And you thought you experienced some bad holidays. Check out the official press release … Continue reading CAMPBELL, SAWA, AND WHITE Take On a BLACK FRIDAY RAMPAGE!

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