NOTE: The below Blu-ray captures were taken directly from the Blu-ray disc.

ADDITION: Eureka Blu-ray (February 2024): Eureka have transferred Wei Lo's "Slaughter in San Francisco" or "Yellow-Faced Tiger" to Blu-ray. It is cited as being from a "1080p HD presentation on Blu-ray of both the original Hong Kong theatrical and US export versions from brand new 2K restorations". Both films look surprisingly very strong and the image quality seems duplicated on both separate transferred versions (see sample below.) There may be a speckle or two and an instance of, barely noticeable, stretching but the 70's Hong Kong clothing and decor are exported with deep pastel colors and some minor depth. The films looked almost brand new to me.

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On their Blu-ray, Eureka use linear PCM mono tracks (24-bit) in the original English for Slaughter in San Francisco"  and the Mandarin language in "Yellow-Faced Tiger". Both films have many fight sequences with board-cracking whiplash effects throughout. The audio is authentically hollow without much bass. The score was by Joseph Koo (The Skyhawk, Lady Whirlwind, Fist of Fury, The Way of the Dragon)  sounding clean and supportive in the lossless transfer. Eureka offer optional English subtitles on their Region 'B' Blu-ray.

The Eureka Classics Blu-ray offers two new commentary tracks; on the Hong Kong theatrical version by Asian film expert Frank Djeng (NY Asian Film Festival) who did the commentaries on Mr. Vampire II and Vampire vs. Vampire in Eureka's Hopping Mad boxset - with Michael Worth who always adds important value as someone working in the industry. They are a good pairing and the commentary is enjoyable and worth the indulgence for fans. We have heard Djeng's expertise on commentates for Eureka's Blu-rays of Magic Cop, Angela Mao: Hapkido & Lady Whirlwind, Knockabout, The Shaolin Plot and Dreadnaught. There is also a commentary on the US Export version by action cinema experts Mike Leeder (editor of 100% Jackie Chan: The Essential Companion) & Arne Venema. We have heard Leeder and Venema via excellent commentaries on Eureka's Blu-rays of The Skyhawk, Odd Couple and The Shaolin Plot - plus 88 Films Blu-rays of The Fearless Hyena, Dragon's Forever plus Vinegar Syndrome's Righting Wrongs. I haven't fully listened but they always seem competent, fun and complete venturing to tangential films in the genre, the actors and overall details of the productions as well as diverse film culture comparisons to the West. There are an hour's worth of other extras; Karate Cowboy Talking Chuck with Leeder and Venema talking about the career of Chuck Norris. Return to Slaughter with Golden Harvest Producer Andre Morgan. He was the driving force in the creation of "Hweilai Studios" in Shanghai – the first private sector studio in China, opened in 2001. Hweilai produced not only Chinese content, but also English-language movies and television. Also included are both US and original Hong Kong trailers The package has a limited edition O-Card slipcase featuring new artwork by Sam Gilbey and an LE collector’s booklet featuring new writing by James Oliver.

Wei Lo's "Slaughter in San Francisco" and almost 20-minute longer "Yellow-Faced Tiger" have the appeal of an early Chuck Norris acting credit. He plays the most formidable drug kingpin (aka "Slaughter") in San Francisco. Wong Tao is the former cop who has forgone guns, and challenges Chuck Slaughter while avenging the goons who murdered his ex-partner (played by Robert Jones.) Low budget and fairly weak there is an unusual, awkward and nostalgic appeal to "Slaughter in San Francisco". It can be both over-the-top and restrained - Norris exposes his charismatic star magnetism. Cheesy but good. The Eureka Blu-ray does it all - both versions looking strong, original audio in lossless - commentaries, video extras and a booklet. Fans will find plenty of value here. Recommended.

Gary Tooze