The Citation
The Citation

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The Citation

2009
Movie
23 min
English

Marian gets a parking ticket -- and the venom with which she targets her local Parking Enforcement Officer changes her life.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Tse Kay-chiGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A disillusioned former triad enforcer is drawn back into the criminal underworld when his former boss offers him a lucrative but dangerous job. As he navigates the treacherous landscape of organized crime, he finds himself caught between loyalty, greed, and the possibility of redemption.

Critical Reception

The Citation received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its gritty action sequences and solid performances, particularly from its lead actors. However, some critics found the plot somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action and compelling portrayal of the criminal underworld.

  • Noted for strong performances by the main cast, adding depth to their characters.

  • Some found the narrative familiar, lacking significant originality in its crime tropes.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Google reviews is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film is noted for its realistic depiction of Hong Kong's triad society, drawing on common tropes and dynamics within organized crime.

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