King of Robbery
King of Robbery

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King of Robbery

1996
Movie
85 min
Cantonese

After robbing countless Hong Kong jewelery shops, Ye Kuan (Simon Yam) sets out on a murderous rampage killing everything in his path. Police informants, criminals and members of the public - nobody is safe from the Hong Kong Thug.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes11%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users58%
Director: F. Gary GrayGenres: Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

An incompetent small-time thief, Miles Logan, is mistaken for a master thief who hid a massive diamond in a ventilation shaft of a luxury apartment building. While trying to retrieve the diamond before the police, Miles must contend with his ex-partner and a persistent detective.

Critical Reception

Despite a strong comedic lead performance from Martin Lawrence, 'King of Robbery' was met with largely negative reviews from critics who found the plot predictable and the humor to be overly reliant on slapstick and tired comedic tropes. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the comedic performances while others found the film to be a misfire.

What Reviewers Say

  • Martin Lawrence's energetic performance is a highlight, but it's not enough to save a weak script.

  • The film relies too heavily on predictable jokes and slapstick humor.

  • A confusing and often tedious crime comedy that fails to deliver on its premise.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many appreciating Martin Lawrence's comedic timing and physical humor. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot to be uninspired and the overall execution lacking, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to star Eddie Murphy as the lead character, Miles Logan, before Martin Lawrence took over the role.

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