Fearless Dragons
Fearless Dragons

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Fearless Dragons

1980
Movie
95 min
Cantonese

A shipment of gold, collected as charity, is high-jacked in transit. Two con-men witness the robbery, and become wrongly accused as the robbers. At first they compete to capture each other for the rewards on their heads; but eventually work together to find the gold and expose the real bandits. However, the bandit chief isn't giving up so easily....

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Richard C. SarafianGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A retired detective is drawn back into the underworld when his former partner is murdered. He must navigate a dangerous world of organized crime and betrayal to uncover the truth and avenge his friend's death. Along the way, he encounters a femme fatale who may or may not be an ally.

Critical Reception

Fearless Dragons received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uneven pacing. However, some appreciated the gritty atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense action sequences and atmospheric crime elements.

  • Criticized for a formulaic storyline that offered few surprises.

  • Performances, particularly from Tony Lo Bianco, were a highlight for some viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception for Fearless Dragons is largely unrecorded on public platforms, making it difficult to ascertain specific points of like or dislike.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Rome, Italy, which contributed to its distinct European crime thriller aesthetic.

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