The Protector

The Protector

Jackie Chan’s second attempt to break into the US market was planned long before 1985 and is therefore really ‘just’ a continuation of his first attempt.

For the very first time, author Will Blaik and I have teamed up to produce a meticulously researched essay entitled “Gimme the f*** Camera – Cut, Protect, Repeat”.

I also present the 2025 update of my 2018 interview with award-winning cinematographer Henry Chung, who reveals funny anecdotes and technical details about the shoot in “I fell in Love with Movies – An Interview with Henry Chung”.

Released: 04.05.2026
EAN: 5060710975895, collector’s edition with exclusive photographs and a booklet

Jackie Chan and Chang Cheh: “Water Margin” Traces Fading in the Sand
10. May 2026
In interviews, Jackie Chan frequently states that he appeared in over a hundred films before achieving his breakthrough in 1978. What may sound like an exaggeration is, with each passing year, becoming almost conclusively substantiated by new cinematic discoveries from Hong Kong cinema. Only a few films from the Shaw Brothers still seem to require definitive proof—even though Chan himself has long since admitted to having been involved in their production.
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Jackie Chan’s era of sequels: THE SHADOW’S EDGE sweeps the Hong Kong Film Awards and secures a second instalment
21. April 2026
THE SHADOW’S EDGE was a genuine surprise hit in 2025 with spectacular action scenes, which were also recognized at the 44th Hong Kong Film Awards in 2026. Months ago, Jackie Chan announced a sequel – now it’s official.
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SUPER COP: REBORN – Stanley Tong wants Jackie Chan and Michelle Yeoh team up in new “Police Story” sequel
15. April 2026
Stanley Tong’s career began as a stuntman in Hong Kong. He transitioned to directing as part of the Jackie Chan Stunt Team’s 4th generation, tasked with directing “Police Story 3: Super Cop” for Golden Harvest. Over the next 30 years, he collaborated with Jackie Chan on several more films, though his ideas have recently drawn considerable criticism. Now, Tong aims to recapture his initial success with a surprising sequel.
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Arrow Video announces “Jackie Chan’s Breakout Hits!” box set including six 4K films from the 1990s
10. April 2026
Arrow Video’s announcement that they will finally release six of Jackie Chan’s 1990s hits in 4K in the summer of 2026 has sent Chan fans worldwide into a frenzy. The box set, titled “Jackie Chan’s Breakout Hits!”, is already generating heated discussions among film collectors even before its release.
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