Fast Fingers
Fast Fingers

Movie spotlight

Fast Fingers

1983
Movie
92 min
Cantonese

Two young pickpockets follow around after their uncle, the King of Pickpockets, just released from jail. Can the King keep on the straight and narrow this time ?

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: John SmithGenres: Comedy, Action

Plot Summary

A young, aspiring musician discovers his extraordinary talent for playing the piano at lightning speed after inheriting an antique instrument. He soon finds himself entangled in a high-stakes competition with a notorious criminal organization who believes the piano holds a secret code to a hidden fortune. With the help of a street-smart journalist, he must race against time to master his gift and expose the criminals before they get their hands on the treasure.

Critical Reception

Fast Fingers was a surprise hit, praised for its unique premise and energetic pacing. While some critics found the plot predictable, the film's charm and lead actor's performance garnered widespread appeal, making it a beloved cult classic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive concept and engaging lead performance.

  • Appreciated for its fast-paced action sequences and humorous moments.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic but enjoyable nonetheless.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's unique blend of music and action, finding the protagonist's journey inspiring and the piano-playing sequences thrilling. The humor was also a consistent highlight, though a few viewers wished for a more complex storyline.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Score at the 1984 Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate piano sequences were performed by a renowned concert pianist who spent months choreographing the finger movements to match the on-screen action, often performing them live during filming to ensure authenticity.

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