Another Chinese Cop
Another Chinese Cop

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Another Chinese Cop

1996
Movie
92 min
Cantonese

A man married to a beautiful young woman is pressured by her into staging a kidnapping to make some money, which puts him in conflict with his former kung-fu partner, who is now a policeman.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Zhu JiapingGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two bumbling Hong Kong police officers, one obsessed with his appearance and the other a master of disguise, are sent to mainland China on an undercover mission. They must infiltrate a counterfeiting ring and retrieve a stolen artifact, all while dealing with cultural misunderstandings and their own incompetence.

Critical Reception

This action-comedy received mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its slapstick humor and energetic fight sequences, though some critics found the plot to be thin and predictable. It was a moderate commercial success, particularly popular with audiences who enjoyed Stephen Chow's signature comedic style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers plenty of laughs thanks to Stephen Chow's comedic timing.

  • Features exciting action sequences and inventive chase scenes.

  • Plot can be a bit convoluted and relies heavily on comedic gags.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this specific film on Google is limited, but viewers generally appreciate Stephen Chow's energetic performances and the film's blend of comedy and action.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for being one of Stephen Chow's earlier ventures into starring roles, showcasing the comedic style that would later make him a superstar.

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