Heart of Dragon
Heart of Dragon

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Heart of Dragon

1985
Movie
91 min
Cantonese

A policeman forsakes his dream of world travel to care for a mentally impaired brother, who is later kidnapped by gangsters.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Sammo HungGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A Hong Kong detective, known for his tough but good-hearted nature, goes undercover to bust a dangerous crime syndicate. His mission becomes complicated when his partner is killed and he must protect a young witness with crucial information. The detective faces off against ruthless criminals while trying to maintain his cover and ensure the witness's safety.

Critical Reception

Heart of Dragon is generally seen as a solid, if somewhat formulaic, action-comedy from Hong Kong cinema's golden age. While it features impressive fight choreography and the charismatic presence of Jackie Chan, some critics note that the plot can be predictable and the humor sometimes falls flat compared to his more iconic roles.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action sequences and Jackie Chan's performance.

  • Noted for its blend of comedy and crime elements.

  • Some found the plot to be less engaging than other Chan films.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's enjoyable fight scenes and the star power of Jackie Chan, though some mention that it's not among his absolute best works.

Fun Fact

Jackie Chan actually suffered a serious spinal injury during the filming of a stunt in this movie, where he falls from a great height onto a glass table and then onto concrete.

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