City Warriors
City Warriors

Movie spotlight

City Warriors

1988
Movie
91 min
Cantonese

A soldier from Mainland China arrives at Hong Kong to look for his estranged sister and finds out that she has been forced into prostitution by a criminal organization.

Insights

IMDb4.2/10
Director: Don E. FauntleroyGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former Vietnam vet turned martial arts instructor, whose girlfriend is murdered, embarks on a quest for revenge against the drug dealers responsible. He teams up with a former military buddy to take down the crime ring that operates throughout the city.

Critical Reception

City Warriors received largely negative reviews from critics, often criticized for its generic plot, excessive violence, and poor acting. While some viewers might appreciate its straightforward action and 80s crime-thriller aesthetic, it is generally considered a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless action sequences.

  • Criticized for a predictable and cliché storyline.

  • Noted for its dated 1980s action movie tropes.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally negative, with some finding the action mildly entertaining while others dismiss it as a poorly made and uninspired film.

Fun Fact

The film features Frank Stallone, brother of Sylvester Stallone, in the lead role, showcasing his martial arts skills.

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