Movie spotlight
Ultra
Following the tragic death of her twin sister, Eve enters into the most intense athletic endeavour on the planet: the Badwater 135 Ultramarathon, a 135-mile race through Death Valley, where temperatures reach 54°C. As Eve takes on the unforgiving elements and intense physical and psychological strain of the race, she finds herself pursued by an unknown runner in white, consistently closing the gap between them as they surge through the desert. Trying to outrun the ominous presence, Eve will face the darkest parts of herself and uncover what she is made of.
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Plot Summary
A detective goes undercover to infiltrate a triad, but his personal life becomes entangled with his dangerous mission. He finds himself in a difficult situation as he tries to maintain his cover while dealing with the emotional toll of his work and the increasing risks involved. The lines between his real identity and his undercover persona begin to blur.
Critical Reception
Ultra received mixed to positive reviews, with many praising the action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Andy Lau and Anita Mui. While some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, others appreciated its stylish direction and thrilling atmosphere.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dynamic action and the compelling chemistry between its leads.
Noted for its stylish direction and engaging, albeit sometimes formulaic, crime thriller plot.
The film is considered a solid entry in the Hong Kong action cinema genre of its time.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not widely available for this film on Google platforms.
Fun Fact
Ultra was part of a wave of Hong Kong action films in the late 80s and early 90s that blended hard-hitting action with dramatic elements, often featuring popular Cantopop stars.
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