Made In Chinatown (2019) Jay Kwon, Shuya Chang with Silvio Silmac, Lo Meng, James Lew

[whitesnake]

"Made in Chinatown just wrapped post-production and is looking for distribution, and has already been named among 'The Best Martial Arts/Action Movies to Look Forward To in 2019' by Asian Movie Pulse."  The article was published on June 4, 2019 at https://aroundambler.com/local-filmmaker-completes-unique-action-comedy-made-in-chinatown/?  

The Asian Movie Pulse article (with Made in Chinatown at unlucky number 13) is at https://asianmoviepulse.com/2019/03/the-best-martial-arts-action-movies-to-look-forward-to-in-2019/?fbclid=IwAR2IOQEZ-Npsch5GpjJpb8w0WlqybeGU9NgSM19LWb2Y0FMLSZXUnKZHt1o 

Latest trailer - from https://filmcombatsyndicate.com/made-in-chinatown-trailer-meet-vinny/ - 

 

 

Edited July 22, 2019 by whitesnake

[Shaolin Patriot]

At long last... looking forward to this! 

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vision-films-to-release-mafia-kung-fu-parody-made-in-chinatown-301271417.html?fbclid=IwAR1UIQxYWSqgeCkzxM91HrhqxVKuKeq90GDqX_12AYQdkWy8aB55APvcfy0

Edited April 19, 2021 by Shaolin Patriot

[Shaolin Patriot]

Looks like the May 11th DVD release date got postponed.  I've reached out to the film's Executive Producer for an update.

In the meantime, here's a great article published in Kung Fu Magazine, featuring an interview with Lo Meng.  He discusses the Venoms, his training routine and next film project.

Kung Fu Magazine - Made in Chinatown

[AlbertV]

36 minutes ago, Shaolin Patriot said:

Looks like the May 11th DVD release date got postponed.  I've reached out to the film's Executive Producer for an update.

In the meantime, here's a great article published in Kung Fu Magazine, featuring an interview with Lo Meng.  He discusses the Venoms, his training routine and next film project.

Kung Fu Magazine - Made in Chinatown

The DVD may have gotten postponed but it is on VOD today.

https://www.amazon.com/Made-Chinatown-Tony-Darrow/dp/B092CVGQJC/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=made+in+chinatown&qid=1620763441&sr=8-1

[Shaolin Patriot]

DVD release date is May 25th.  Check Amazon closer to the date.

Here is the DVD artwork & product specs.  Bonus content includes a featurette.

 

[AlbertV]

 

[AlbertV]

I watched it this afternoon when I decided to rent it. It's not a total trashfest. It's clear that Samuels and Lew meant to make this a satire on Italian Mafia movies and kung fu movies. Chiu Chi Ling only makes a cameo in the opening scene of the film. Jay Kwon definitely is a face to look out for IMO. Lo Meng does the kung fu "evil laugh" a few times and it's funny as hell. He speaks both English and Cantonese in the film. 

The only main issue I have with the film is that James Lew's action scenes suffer from way too much "slow-motion". It takes away the impact of the fight scenes especially the big rumble at the end. Nevetheless, there were times I busted out laughing, but ultimately this is a mixed bag. I would give it a C.

Oh and even though he was originally to have appeared in the film, Hwang Jung Lee did a get a "Thank You" credit. 

[Yihetuan]

I saw this over the weekend and have nothing to add as @AlbertV encapsulated it pretty well but I wasn't as impressed by it as much. Lo Meng was the real highlight for me as the rest of was pretty forgettable. Repetitive and unfunny comedic tropes playing off tired Italian and Chinese stereotypes. The lead (stuntman/actor Jay Kwon) has no on screen charisma whatsoever & his stiff delivery and wooden acting didn't help matters. I actually watched the extras before the main movie and it featured a one on one interview with Jay Kwon and I could tell right then that his performance was going to be a chore to get through. The tagline in this film was "fuhgettaboutit" and that's what I will certainly do as it's definitely not worth a re-watch.

[Andrea]

Vision Films Releases Mob/Kung-fu Parody "Made in Chinatown"

Kung Fu. WiseGuys. You're Welcome.

"A witty, warm, and winsome look into the life of a wannabe goomba, whose more wushu than wiuseguy." --Urban Action Showcase Cinema

"Culturally awkward situations, funny dialogue, a love story, kick ass fight scenes, and self-realization... It's a hit!" --The Film Fan Dojo

LOS ANGELES, April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Vision Films Inc. ("Vision") announces the VOD and DVD release of the raucous genre mash-up Made in Chinatown from Executive Producer and Writer Mark V. Wiley and Directors Robert J. Samuels and James Lew. The feature-length film will be available on streaming and cable platforms and DVD on May 11. The Chinatown-meets-Little-Italy comedy sensitively handles, with more commentary than spoof, the timely Asian immigrant experience, as well as racial stereotyping and labelling. With some of the most recognizable actors known for portraying mafiosos, and the talents of veritable Hong Kong Kung-Fu masters, protagonist Vinny Chow (portrayed by Jay Kwon) finds himself unwittingly caught up in two love stories – his Chinese culture and the Italian culture he emulates based on The Godfather and Goodfellas, and his fantasy [Italian] dream date and the perfect [Chinese] girl next door. The fast-paced romp features several real Kung-Fu Masters (Lo Meng, Chiu Chi Ling, Perer Ngai, Steven Chan, Paul Sun), is choreographed by Emmy Award® winner James Lew, and a treasure trove of hidden mob movie references and quotes to delight cinephiles.

Synopsis: It's Goodfellas meets Ip Man when a young Chinese nobody sets out to become a "made guy" in the Italian Mafia. Tensions are already high between the two communities as they move into each other's turf with a dirty crime commissioner playing both sides. It turns out that earning respect, finding love, and discovering his identity doesn't come so easy. He'll have to fight his way to the top.

Watch the Official trailer: https://youtu.be/Q4n4U9a_qK8

Starring Tony Darrow (Goodfellas), Vincent Pastore (The Sopranos), Raymond J. Barry (Justified), Lo Meng (Ip Man 2), Jay Kwon (The Punisher), James Lew (Marvel's Luke Cage), Shuya Chang (Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon 2), Chris Caldovino (Boardwalk Empire), Paul Borghese (The Irishman), Tony Ray Rossi (Analyze This), Geoff Lee (Revenge of the Green Dragons), Chiu Chi Ling (Kung-Fu Hustle), Shing Ka (The Manchurian Candidate), Timothy Chivalette (Glass), Fenton Li (Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens), Tak Wah Eng (Revenge of the Green Dragons), Patricia Lee Chu (Orange is the New Black), Zack Beyer (Creed 2), Theresa Moriarty (Dead Sound), Emmanuel Brown (Gotham), John Sialiano (The Wannabe), Stefano Da Fre (Pandora's Box), Karen Tsen Lee (Law and Order: SVU), Artie Pasquale (The Sopranos), Joseph D'Onofrio (A Bronx Tale), William DeMeo (Gotti), Celia Au (Wu Assassins)

Lise Romanoff, CEO and Managing Director of Vision Films shares, "At first look, Made in Chinatown, is a fun and funny fish-out-of-water escapade with the most amazing action sequences! Just below the surface, however, is a very timely and important message of self-acceptance and pride in one's family and culture. Audiences of all kinds are going to love this film!" 

Writer-Producer Mark V. Wiley says, "On its surface, Made in Chinatown is an action-comedy poking fun at everyone's favorite Wiseguy and Kung-fu films. But at its heart, it's about the self-discovery of a second-generation Asian-American as he tries to find love, respect, and a place to fit in."

On May 11, Made in Chinatown will be available on streaming and cable platforms in the U.S. and Canada including: Amazon, iTunes, GooglePlay, Vudu, Hoopla, FandangoNow, Vimeo, and across hundreds of cable providers including Comcast, Dish, DirecTV and more. Canadian cable providers include Rogers, Shaw, and Bell. DVD retailers will include Amazon and all other major online retailers. 

About Vision Films

Vision Films is a leading independent sales and VOD aggregator specializing in the licensing, marketing, and distribution of over 800 feature films, documentaries, and series from some of the most prolific independent film producers in the world. Led by Lise Romanoff, Managing Director/CEO Worldwide Distribution, Vision Films releases 2-4 films a month across Theatrical, VOD, DVD, and television platforms. 

Tambuli Media

Tambuli Media is an American film and video production company and publisher of books on Asian martial arts and holistic health practices. Founded in 2013 by award-winning publisher and author Mark V. Wiley, Tambuli advocates for self-empowerment and improved quality for all people.

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