The Protector
Soldier of fortune Ken Conway gets a job offer from his former fiancee to look into the whereabouts of a missing scientist. The scientist was working for pharmaceutical researcher Dr. Krago, so Conway goes undercover to infiltrate the doctor's operation. He soon discovers what Krago's scheme is: he creates super-diseases and their cures at the same time, and gets rich by releasing the disease and selling the cure. Ken tries to take this information to the authorities, but finds out too late that he has been infected with the doctor's latest creation, and he has only 48 hours left to live if he can't get his hands on the antidote
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Plot Summary
A Hong Kong police officer goes to New York City to investigate the murder of his mentor. He teams up with a local detective, and together they uncover a massive smuggling ring and drug operation that reaches into the highest levels of power. The officer must confront his own past and the corrupt forces that threaten to destroy everything he believes in.
Critical Reception
The Protector received mixed reviews, with many critics praising Chow Yun-fat's performance and the action sequences, but criticizing the convoluted plot and uneven pacing. Audiences were generally divided.
What Reviewers Say
- Chow Yun-fat delivers a charismatic performance, elevating the film.
- The action sequences are competently staged but lack originality.
- The narrative suffers from a predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight Chow Yun-fat's presence as a major draw, appreciating the action and his star power. However, many found the plot to be uninspired and the film to be a missed opportunity for a truly great action thriller.
Fun Fact
This film was originally intended to be a vehicle for martial arts star Jet Li before Chow Yun-fat took over the lead role.
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