Longmen Robbery
Longmen Robbery

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Longmen Robbery

2016
Movie
0
English

Three brothers who were invited to participate in a police robbery exercise went to the wrong bank while drunk and met the real robber.

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Google Users65%
Director: Ye LiuGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former police officer, haunted by a past case, is drawn back into the criminal underworld when his daughter is kidnapped. He must confront a ruthless gang and uncover a conspiracy to get her back. The film blends intense action sequences with a suspenseful narrative as he races against time.

Critical Reception

Longmen Robbery received mixed reviews, with praise for its action choreography and suspenseful plot but criticism for its predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating the film's fast pace and thrilling moments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its exciting action sequences and a strong sense of urgency.

  • Criticized for a plot that felt derivative and failed to offer significant surprises.

  • The performances were noted as solid, though the character development was deemed superficial.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be an entertaining action flick with impressive fight scenes. Some viewers felt the story lacked originality, but the overall consensus leaned towards a satisfying popcorn thriller experience.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Ye Liu, is known for his work in action cinematography before transitioning to directing, which heavily influenced the dynamic visual style of 'Longmen Robbery'.

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