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Stars: Mathis Landwehr, Kira Kortenbach, Matthias Hues, Billy Blanks, Mike Derudder, Mike Möller, Cynthia Rothrock, Kurt McKinney, David “Bolo Jr” Yeung | Written by Ross W. Clarkson, Sean David Lowe | Directed by Ross W. Clarkson

As you can probably tell just from the title, The Last Kumite was inspired by 80s action films, the iconic Bloodsport in particular. And it opens like it stepped out of a time warp from the 1980s with an old-school pop song playing over a montage of scenes shot on the streets of New York City before taking us to the dojo where Michael Rivers is teaching his daughter Bree (Kira Kortenbach).

After an inspirational speech at the end of her training, it’s time to go see Mom. If you guessed that means a trip to the cemetery, you’ve seen as many of these films as I have.

The next day, Michael fights in...

Before watching The Last Kumite by Ross W. Clarkson, I didn’t have any prior knowledge about kumite, but as I got to know about it, it seemed very interesting. Just to give you an idea, it’s a kind of karate technique. The story revolves around a father-daughter duo who are forcibly trapped in the world of Kumite by a vile person named Ron Hall. The father, Michael Rivers, is a renowned fighter, and to get him into the kumite game, Ron Hall literally abducted his daughter, Bree Rivers, so he had to participate in the tournament. But as he went there, he realized he was not alone. There are many others who suffered the same fate as Michael and have been prey to Ron’s tactics. And it’s not a joke; they are really going to be prey to none other than Dracko, the all-time champion, because...

If you love action classics like Kickboxer and Bloodsport, a whole host of 80s and 90s martial arts superstars return to the screen in the action thriller The Last Kumite, coming to Blu-ray, DVD, and 4K Uhd/Bd Steelbook, as well as digital platforms in the UK and Ireland from 13th May… And I’ve got my pre-order in already!

When Karate champion Michael Rivers (Mathis Landwehr) wins the last tournament of his career, shady businessman Ron Hall (Matthias Hues) offers him the opportunity to fight in an illegal, deadly Kumite in Bulgaria with the world’s best martial artists. Michael declines, only to find out later that his daughter Bree has been kidnapped and that in order to rescue her, he is left with no other option but to fight in the deadly tournament. When he finally gets to Bulgaria, he finds out that he is not the only...

From Directors Robert Samuels & Robert Jefferson comes an original tale of Martial intrigue. R4FILMS in Association with Champion Spiritworks LLC Presents the Final Chapter in the Action Packed Saga. Starring Award Winning Mexican Action Actress Roxalinda Vazquez & Miguel Alexandro Peralta.

“It is said that only one possessed of the 7 bloodlines can truly master the scroll, among those a warrior must be of pure intent, in order to realize its full potential.”

R4 Films are back with a bang as they bring the Shadow Fist saga to an end in early 2024 and fans will not be disappointed. Many times over the years, we've seen movies which have sequels which don't seem to deliver the impact of the first release, but here, each short movie gets better and better.

Robert Samuels and Robert Jefferson have been the perfect combination for martial arts fans around the world, they know what fans want to...

With multiple seasons under its belt, Love Island UK has been a go-to reality TV staple in the United Kingdom, and it's time to rank its many installments. The series was revived after it first aired with celebrities back in 2005. Now, the new generation of islanders is making the most out of their time. They're flirting, kissing, and tanning.

Love Island UK has a simple premise, place together a few hot islanders in a stunning villa and let the sparks fly. Love Island UK season 10 is currently airing with a fresh new group having entered the villa. The summer of love is rearing up with none of the gorgeous singletons wanting to go home without the £50,000 prize pot. In March, Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan were declared winners of the winter edition, with viewers excited about who will take over the Mallorca mansion. Once each new couple has been partnered up,...

Since its premiere in 2015, Love Island has produced couples who have stayed together after leaving the villa. When Love Island premiered on ITV2 in June 2015, fans didn't know what to make of the show's fresh plot. The British dating show featured hot singles in their 20s who have to spend several weeks in a luxury villa and are tasked to find love while performing a series of challenges. After eight weeks in the villa, the public votes for their favorite couple and who they want to walk away with the grand prize of $50,000.

The most recent Winter edition ended two months ago and saw Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan walk away with the grand prize. This Love Island season was also the first time a Casa Amor contestant would win the show, as the genuine love on display from Kai and Sanam utterly blew viewers away. However, they aren't the...

Warning—Spoilers for Love Island UK season 9 ahead!!!After eight weeks, the winners of Love Island UK season 9 have been announced. While the reality TV hit usually airs in the summer, this was the second special winter season, premiering in January. Instead of the summer's Mallorca location, the season played out in a new South African villa. Maya Jama also made her debut as the show's host, taking over for Laura Whitmore.

On the finale, Maya announced that Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan won the £50,000 prize. According to ITV's voting percentages, Kai and Sanam received 44-percent, less than the overwhelming lead of last year's winners Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti.

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In second place were original couple Ron Hall and Lana Jenkins. Bombshells Tom Clare and Samie Elishi came in third, while Shaq Mohammed and Tanya Manhenga got fourth.

Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan have won the second-ever winter series of Love Island.

The social worker and teacher beat out competition from fellow finalists Samie Elishi and Tom Clare, Tanya Mahenga and Shaq Muhammad and Lana Jenkins and Ron Hall.

Sanam is the first ever Casa Amor contestant to have won the series.

Host Maya Jama, who took over from Laura Whitmore this season, was in South Africa to announce the winners.

The two chose to share the £50,000 prize after being given the option to steal it for themselves.

“I can’t believe it, I’m still shocked to even be here,” Sanam told Jama.

Shaq and Tanya were the first finalists to go. “When I first saw her, she looked incredible. And the more I got to know her, I fell for her so quickly,” Shaq told Jama.

Meanwhile, Tanya told the host host: “Shaq’s always been on me.

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Love Island UK season 9 is now available in the US via Hulu, but American fans wish they weren't so behind on the episodes. The season premiered in the UK on January 16th and introduced 10 new islanders to a South African villa. This season is the first time the series has aired in the winter since 2020. Former host Laura Whitmore has departed the show, and Maya Jama has taken over. Luckily, Iain Stirling, who's been narrating the series since season 1, has returned, putting his witty sense of humor to work. American fans waited impatiently, but as of January 30th, the season is finally streaming on Hulu.

Unfortunately, Love Island UK only airs one episode a day on Hulu, and American fans are angry that they are so behind on the season while UK fans are watching in real time.

hulu needs to work out a better contract with Love Island bc...

The popular reality dating show Love Island is back for its 9th season. According to the cast's introduction bios (via RadioTimes), they are all hoping they will find love in the villa and this season Love Island is implementing a social media ban. Since the cast rotates people in and out, the islanders who start the season have to grab the viewers' attention. It is the best-case scenario for the producers that each of the cast members who start the season has a large social media following.

If the islanders have more followers, then they will bring more viewers to the show. In a few cast members' cases, their jobs revolve around their social media pages, so they pay constant attention to theirs. Each cast member has an impressive amount of followers, but some of the day 1 cast have more followers than others.

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Shaq Muhammad is...

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Carol Vorderman has opened up about her romantic life and shared advice for dating multiple people at one time.

The 62-year-old former Countdown host appeared on Monday’s instalment of This Morning (23 January), explaining that she is single but has “special friends” who she is romantically involved with.

Earlier this month, Vorderman previously revealed to This Morning‘s Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary that she had five special friends. The star returned to screens on Tuesday to discuss her approach further and offer up advice to viewers.

Vorderman explained to hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield that everyone involved needs to be single, which is a “critical part” of the arrangement. Explaining how she met her “special friends”, she said: “It’s come about naturally and I don’t want to settle with anyone.”

Vorderman revealed that she has known those involved for several years, one of which she has been friends with for 11 years.

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series that will be hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants entering the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron will be the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about Love Island contestant Ron Hall below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what will he bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wants to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hopes to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character.

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants in the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron is the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about the Love Island contestant below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what has he said he’ll bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wanted to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hoped to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character. It...

Buckle up, Love Island 2023 is officially on its way.

The hit ITV dating reality show is due to return to screens on 16 January for its second ever Winter series.

Maya Jama will host for the first time. Jama, 28, was unveiled as Love Island’s new presenter in October last year after Laura Whitmore announced her exit.

Last season, we saw Ekin-Su and Davide take home the cash prize, and the couple is still going strong now.

This year, a new group of singles will arrive in South Africa in the hopes of replicating their success – and, of course, finding love.

Ahead of the show’s start date later this month, ITV are releasing the names and details of the first batch of islanders.

Stay tuned for live updates as and when new contestants are announced.

Here are your 2023 Love Island Winter cast...

Tanya Manhenga, 22

Tanya is entering the villa with...

Love Island is back for its second-ever South Africa winter season, bringing sunshine to the gloomy UK this January.

ITV’s winter edition returns Monday 16 January, welcoming Maya Jama as the show’s brand new host, who takes over for Laura Whitmore.

Ahead of its premiere, the series has revealed the first 10 contestants, which include the show’s first partially sighted star, a contestant with vitiligo, and a former body double for Emma Watson.

Among the 2023 newcomers is Haris Namani, the second youngest contestant on the series.

Who is Haris Namani?

Haris Namani is a 21-year-old TV salesman from Doncaster. His celebrity crush is Jennifer Lopez and he’s unusually good at yoga and ping pong.

What will Haris bring to the villa?

“I’m different, I’m a unique guy, the way I act; confident, not awkward, especially with the girls,” he said. “I’m friendly, I’m very respectful as well.

Love Island’s winter edition kicks off on Monday 16 January.

The ITV2 dating show is returning to our screens for its second winter series filmed in South Africa.

Ahead of the show’s winter 2023 series, hosted by Maya Jama, ITV has revealed the first 10 contestants.

Among them is Shaq Muhammad, a 24-year-old airport security officer from London. Find out more about Shaq below, from his biggest icks to what he’s looking for in the villa.

Who is Shaq Muhammad?

The self-proclaimed “talk of the terminal” has been single for almost two years. He’s not afraid to take an opportunity if he sees someone he likes, even admitting that he turns into a “big teddy bear” when he’s falling for someone.

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What is Shaq looking for on Love Island?

He’s after the love of his life.

Love Island is returning to our screens with a brand new series to brighten the winter days.

The ITV2 dating show is back this January for the first series filmed in South Africa since the pandemic.

Among this series’ group of islanders are a contestant with vitiligo, the show’s first partially sighted star, and a body double who once stood in for Emma Watson.

Among the contestants is Anna-May Robey, a payroll administrator. You can find out more about her below…

Who is Anna-May?

Hailing from Swansea, 20-year-old Anna-May is the youngest contestant in the original Love Island line-up this year.

The payroll administrator says she’s “funny, energetic and spontaneous” and will bring lots of fun to the villa. “I’m always running around singing and screaming,” she says. “My parents are always like, ‘Shut up!’”

What is Anna-May looking for in the villa?

Anna-May says she hopes...

Love Island fever is here once again, thanks to a new winter series that will be hosted by Maya Jama.

The contestants entering the South African villa this year include a former body double for Emma Watson and an extra from the sitcom Benidorm.

Joining them is 25-year-old financial advisor Ron Hall.

Ron will be the show’s first ever partially sighted contestant.

Find out more about Love Island contestant Ron Hall below.

Why has Ron joined Love Island and what will he bring to the villa?

Ron, who is from Essex, said that he wants to bring “fun and charisma” to the series, adding that he hopes to “have good times and make memories”.

He described himself as “genuine, caring and a nice person”, which he said “you don’t find these days”.

Ron also revealed that he is partially sighted, telling ITV: “It’s added to my character.

The Love Island UK season 9 cast is finally here, but fans aren't sure how they feel about the new islanders. Recently fans discovered a rumored cast list and were excited about one 22-year-old islander, Tanya Manhenga. Tanya made it onto the confirmed cast list along with Kai Fagan, Lana Jenkins, Ron Hall, Anna-May Robey, Will Young, Tanyel Revan, Shaq Muhammad, Olivia Hawkins, and Haris Namani. Initially, fans were worried about too many influencers joining the Love Island season, but luckily the islanders have a variety of jobs, including a farmer, an airport security guard, and a hairstylist.

Despite the abundance of job titles, Love Island fans are having mixed reactions over the cast list. Reddit user Knightboat17 shared a video of the cast introductions, and some fans were excited, while others were not. "Not trying to be a hater, but I’m not really vibing with the cast so far,...

The Love Island UK cast has been announced, letting fans in on the first group of islanders entering the villa. Recently, a list of rumored contestants made its way around online, and fans were very excited about a particular islander. While some complained about the series including too many influencers, others understood that it's hard to find contestants who aren't influencers in the year 2023. This season, Laura Whitmore has stepped away, and Maya Jama is taking over the hosting role. Beloved narrator Iain Stirling is returning to narrate the series with his witty sense of humor and hilarious jokes.

Love Island fans have been waiting impatiently for a cast announcement, and they finally have it. Digital Spy provided a list of the contestants as well as some fun facts about them. Tanya Manhenga was the first rumored contestant that fans were excited to see. Lucky for them, she's made it onto the confirmed list.

Buckle up, Love Island 2023 is officially on its way.

The hit ITV dating reality show is due to return to screens on 16 January for its second ever Winter series.

Maya Jama will host for the first time. Jama, 28, was unveiled as Love Island’s new presenter in October last year after Laura Whitmore announced her exit.

Last season, we saw Ekin-Su and Davide take home the cash prize, and the couple is still going strong now.

This year, a new group of singles will arrive in South Africa in the hopes of replicating their success – and, of course, finding love.

Ahead of the show’s start date later this month, ITV are releasing the names and details of the first batch of islanders.

Stay tuned for live updates as and when new contestants are announced.

Here are your 2023 Love Island Winter cast...

Tanya Manhenga, 22

Tanya is entering the villa with...

Directed By: Marcus Aurelius

Produced By: Behram Haddadzadeh, Marcus Aurelius

Executive Producers: Strathford Hamilton, Marcy Levitas Hamilton, Behram Haddadzadeh

Cast: Ron Hall, James Huang, Marcus Aurelius, Rona Lee Par, Fred Ochs, Michael Wilson

Kung Fu Brother is a 2014 Martial Arts Comedy, Directed, Produced, Written and Starring Marcus Aurelius. Marcus plays Jack, a man who is attempting to track down a killer, hell bent on retrieving the “Sacred Kuji Denjo Scrolls“. The scrolls hold thousands of years of secrets and documents, said to have been made before the birth of Christ, and the blue print of life. The scrolls also have magic powers which include the ability to heal, change weather and in the wrong hands, can be deadly.

Nick (James Huang) is a local policeman who finds his father dead on the job. When Jack (Marcus Aurelius) delivers information about the killer’s whereabouts, Nick and Jack...

Jon Voight and Greg Kinnear are joining Renee Zellweger and Djimon Hounsou in Paramount Pictures’ upcoming faith-based drama Same Kind Of Different As Me based on the best-selling nonfiction book by Ron Hall, Denver Moore and Lynn Vincent. Production is set to began in October 27 in Jackson, Miss. Deadline’s Jen Yamato broke the exclusive last week about Zellweger’s return to the big screen. Hounsou was also attached to the project before this morning’s announcement. Previously announced, the film marks the directorial debut of Michael Carney from a script he co-wrote with Alexander Foard and Ron Hall. Mary Parent and Cale Boyter will produce through Disruption Entertainment, alongside Darren Moorman, Stephen Johnson and Ron Hall. The executive producers are Chris Bancroft, Hans Graffunder Michael Carney and Foard.

Same Kind Of Different As Me tells the story of an international art dealer Ron Hall (Kinnear) who must befriend a...