Accident
Arko was a cricketer. He was an outstanding bowler and had also played for Bengal Cricket Team. Unfortunately, a torn ligament and a blotched-up operation put an end to his budding career. Frustration and depression continuously bogged him down and he tried his best to seek an alternate career. One early morning, while dropping his son to school, an accident occurs. A private bus could not apply the brakes on time at a road crossing and runs over little his son. Arko is flung aside. He survives but his son does not. Arko's life is shattered.The driver of the private bus, is arrested and the bus is seized. The Insurance Company enters the scene. Investigations begin. Who was really at fault? Why did the bus not brake on time? Was it a mechanical fault? Was the bus driver only a scape-goat? As the investigations deepen, many unpleasant realities come to the fore and Arko together with Kartick, the driver, and the Insurance agent, decide to take matters in their own hands.
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Plot Summary
A professional "accident arranger" is hired to orchestrate a series of elaborate accidents to eliminate targets. However, his meticulous plans begin to unravel when a determined police investigator starts to close in, and a dangerous client seeks to betray him. The film explores the intricate and often deadly consequences of tampering with fate.
Critical Reception
Accident received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its intelligent script, slick direction, and suspenseful atmosphere. While some found the plot occasionally convoluted, most lauded its unique premise and stylish execution, marking it as a standout in the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intricate plot and suspenseful atmosphere.
- Lauded for Johnnie To's stylish and assured direction.
- Noted for its unique and thought-provoking premise.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's clever concept and suspenseful build-up, with many appreciating the intelligent storytelling and unexpected twists. Some viewers found the pacing a bit slow in parts, but the overall consensus is that it's a smart and engaging thriller.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Film at the Hong Kong Film Awards.
Fun Fact
Director Johnnie To originally envisioned the film as a comedy but shifted to a thriller after experiencing a near-fatal car accident himself.
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