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Sonatine [1993] [DVD]
1.  Sonatine [1993] [DVD] DVD ~ Takeshi Kitano
The list author says:
  "I fine mixture of gun-toting mayhem and self-indulgence. At times comical, at times violent, this film manages to blend the two together perfectly. A masterpiece."
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Boiling Point [1990] [DVD]
2.  Boiling Point [1990] [DVD] DVD ~ Yûrei Yanagi
The list author says:
  "A film that lives up to its title and reaches boiling point in minutes."
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Violent Cop [1989] [DVD] [1993]
3.  Violent Cop [1989] [DVD] [1993] DVD ~ Takeshi Kitano
The list author says:
  "One of my personal favourites and the first film I saw that starred cult hero Kitano 'Beat' Takeshi. A classic."
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Hana-Bi [DVD] [1998]
4.  Hana-Bi [DVD] [1998] DVD ~ Takeshi Kitano
The list author says:
  "An unusually 'quiet' offering from the man that has fired more bullets than my twelve hour play at Quake3. Simply divine and immensely rewarding viewing. Thought provoking."
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Brother [DVD] [2001]
5.  Brother [DVD] [2001] DVD ~ Takeshi Kitano
The list author says:
  "'Beats' first American film. Not as visually inspiring as his home-grown efforts but enjoyable nonetheless. A good solid American cast helps bring the film to life. East meets west."
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Gonin [DVD]
6.  Gonin [DVD] DVD ~ Kôichi Satô
The list author says:
  "Our hero plays the villain again, this time as a hitman with homosexual undertones!! A classic bit of Takeshi as he guns down the good guys one by one. A must see!!"
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Battle Royale [DVD] [2001]
7.  Battle Royale [DVD] [2001] DVD ~ Tatsuya Fujiwara
The list author says:
  "Probably the most talked about and recognised film to come out of Japan. A paranoid glimpse into a possible future of a decaying society. Visually stunning and unashamedly violent."
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Audition [DVD] [2001]
8.  Audition [DVD] [2001] DVD ~ Ryo Ishibashi
The list author says:
  "Bear this film in mind next time you meet the girl of your dreams! What starts off as a seemingly innocent affair soon turns into something only Japanese film makers can get away with. Frightening."
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Freezer [DVD] [2000]
9.  Freezer [DVD] [2000] 
The list author says:
  "Japanese woman can look after themselves. Take this film by Ishii Takashi who portrays one womans fight to redeem her right to be herself. Whats that smell?"
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A Man Called Hero [DVD]
10.  A Man Called Hero [DVD] DVD ~ Ekin Cheng
The list author says:
  "For those that like a touch of fantasy. The end sequence on top the Statue Of Liberty goes some way to prove the up-coming capabilities of Hong Kong cinematography. Outstanding."
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The Stormriders [DVD]
11.  The Stormriders [DVD] DVD ~ Aaron Kwok
The list author says:
  "More fantasy and amazing effects in this tale of love and honour. A showcase of HK cinema's rising status. A box office smash."
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The Duel [DVD]
12.  The Duel [DVD] 
The list author says:
  "From the makers of Stormriders and one that implements much of that movies imagry. Still, a good solid film suitable for younger audiences. Amazing effects."
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Akira (Limited Edition) [DVD]
13.  Akira (Limited Edition) [DVD] DVD ~ Akira
The list author says:
  "An animated classic before the dawn of the digital cells and computer generated images. Astoundingly detailed and brilliantly scripted tale of a dark future."
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Ghost in the Shell [DVD] [1995]
14.  Ghost in the Shell [DVD] [1995] DVD ~ Atsuko Tanaka
The list author says:
  "The first film to initiate the 'new' way of things in anime. Extra cool CGI coupled with excellent sketch-work make this a film for the new generation of Manga lovers everywhere."
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Gonin 2 [DVD]
15.  Gonin 2 [DVD] DVD ~ Ken Ogata
The list author says:
  "Not really a sequel to Gonin, this film concentrates on the lives of a group of woman as they try to keep their heads intact to the rest of their bodies. Extremely violent."
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Nowhere To Hide [DVD] [2001]
16.  Nowhere To Hide [DVD] [2001] 
The list author says:
  "A tale from Korea about a assassin with a conscience and the understanding cop that is pursuing him. An excellent rock soundtrack accompanies the action that never lets up. Magnificent and a must see"
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Bangkok Dangerous [2002] [DVD]
17.  Bangkok Dangerous [2002] [DVD] DVD ~ Pawalit Mongkolpisit
The list author says:
  "The opening sequence will have you sitting on the edge of your seat and then keeps you there. Breathtaking in every sense of the word."
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Ring 0 [DVD] [2000]
18.  Ring 0 [DVD] [2000] DVD ~ Ring 0
The list author says:
  "The prequel to Ring and the first chapter to the story that started it all. Have a cushion handy."
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Ring (1998) [DVD] [2000]
19.  Ring (1998) [DVD] [2000] DVD ~ Nanako Matsushima
The list author says:
  "The first to be released and the true 2nd chapter. Amazingly creepy and atmospheric. Will leave you cowering."
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Ring 2 [1998] [DVD]
20.  Ring 2 [1998] [DVD] DVD ~ Miki Nakatani
The list author says:
  "The last in the series and the one with that 'climax'! Excellently written and superbly acted. Go buy all 3!!!"
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The Eye [DVD]
21.  The Eye [DVD] DVD ~ Anjelica Lee
The list author says:
  "A very 'clever' film that actually gets better the more times you see it due to the ingenious ideas that go unnoticed the first few times. The ending will leave you breathless!! Watch this film today!"
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Time and Tide [DVD] [2001]
22.  Time and Tide [DVD] [2001] DVD ~ Wu Bai
The list author says:
  "A modern offering from one of the men that started it all. At least a million shots fired in this movie. Amazing camera work from a veteran movie maker."
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Tokyo Raiders [DVD] [2001]
23.  Tokyo Raiders [DVD] [2001] DVD ~ Tony Leung Chiu Wai
The list author says:
  "A lighthearted film from HK that plays nice, hence the age rating. Excellent script and set-pieces sets this in a place of its own. Funny and action packed."
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Full Alert [DVD]
24.  Full Alert [DVD] DVD ~ Ching Wan Lau
The list author says:
  "One of the 'New Breed' of HK film more inline with offerings from the west with its story telling and special FX. Definately worth a look."
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Purple Storm [DVD]
25.  Purple Storm [DVD] DVD ~ Daniel Wu
The list author says:
  "Another 'New Breed' film and the unauthorised prequel to Full Alert. Also worth a look is 2000AD."
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