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Family Honor
Norman Law directed this Hong Kong gangster film about siblings joined by a common enemy. Tao is a ruthless loan shark, whose brother, Fu Sai Hang, is the captain of the local police. When the mob guns down Tao, his brother becomes a vigilante out for revenge. Aided by his capable girlfriend, Hor-Yee, the captain brings down the villains in an explosive finale.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy and influential family struggles to maintain their public image and private lives amidst internal conflicts, business rivalries, and hidden secrets. The patriarch's sudden death forces his children to confront their own ambitions and the legacy he left behind. As they navigate a complex web of betrayal and loyalty, they must decide whether to uphold the family's honor or pursue their individual desires.
Critical Reception
Family Honor was a made-for-television movie that received mixed to positive reviews, primarily for its dramatic performances and exploration of family dynamics. While some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, others praised its ambitious scope and the cast's ability to convey complex emotions within the melodrama. It was generally seen as a solid, if somewhat conventional, exploration of wealth, power, and familial obligation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dramatic performances and exploration of complex family relationships.
Criticized by some for a predictable plot and conventional melodrama.
Noted for its ambitious narrative scope within a made-for-TV movie format.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this 1990 made-for-television movie is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The extended runtime of 180 minutes was characteristic of ambitious made-for-TV movies aiming for a cinematic feel, often aired as mini-series or special event programming.
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