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ADDITION: 88 Films Blu-ray (June 2020): 88 Films have transferred Jackie Chan's 1991 Armour of God II - Operation Condor to Blu-ray. This package includes the 'Hong Kong Cut' as well as the 10-minute longer "Extended Cut" of the film, sharing the same dual-layered Blu-ray. They are transferred similarly and the quality seems to be the extact same between the two versions. The image quality is strong - surprisingly so. Kudos to the Arthur Wong cinematography shot in Morocco, The Philippines and Madrid, Spain. The contrast is adept, colors are true and there is depth present. It looks very pleasing on system without any inconsistencies in the 1080P visuals.  

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On their Blu-ray, 88 Films offer linear PCM tracks - 16-bit in dual-mono or stereo (mixed for home video) both in Cantonese - also included is an English language DUB (entitled 'Classic'.) The, almost 2-hour, extended cut also goes uncompressed in a 24-bit original Cantonese track. Effects in the numerous fighting sequences pack some punch but are limited to the flatness of the production limitations. There is an active and pleasing score by Chris Babida (Wheels on Meals), adding flavor to the action. 88 Films offer optional English subtitles, for both cuts, on their Region 'B' Blu-ray.

The 88 Films Blu-ray offers a new audio commentary with Mike Leeder and Arne Venema having some fun while exporting some interesting details about Jackie and the production often mentioning the Indiana Jones vibe that they were emulating, stunts, the other stars etc.. There is also a new 20-minute interview with actor/filmmaker Bruce Fontaine who played Adolf's Guard #4 in Armour of God II - Operation Condor. He is essentially a stunt guy and discussed that aspect and his career in that vocation as well as his love of the Wushu sport and film gene, his move to Hong Kong in 1988 taking acting lessons and more. There is an original trailer and a re-edit 2K trailer. The package has a reverse sleeve featuring the original HK poster art and a limited edition slipcase by Kung Fu Bob O'Brien and a limited edition booklet with notes by William Blaik.

Harkening to Raiders of the Lost Arc or Lara Croft adventures, Armour of God II - Operation Condor has Jackie Chan's chase-scenes, hand-combat acrobatics, pretty gals, exotic locations and plenty of fun in a style and infectious formula that he seems to have patented. This is another above-average effort and thank to 88 Films we get both cuts, commentary and more. Jackie's large fanbase should indulge in this Blu-ray. I'm gonna have to make a larger shelf just for my "Jackie's". Another nice looking 88 Films package too - absolutely recommended!

Gary Tooze