Shock Wave
Shock Wave

Shock Wave

2017Movie119 minCantonese

When a terrorist who specializes in explosives takes hold of an underground tunnel, he threatens to kill hostages if his demands are not met.

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users74%
Director: Herman YauGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A bomb disposal expert is plunged into a dangerous game of cat and mouse when a former disciple of his turns into a wanted criminal and threatens to detonate explosives across Hong Kong. The expert must race against time to prevent a catastrophic event and confront his past. The escalating conflict forces him to make impossible choices between his duty and his personal connections.

Critical Reception

Shock Wave was a commercial success, praised for its intense action sequences, high-stakes plot, and Andy Lau's performance. While some critics found the plot predictable, the film was generally well-received by audiences for its thrilling nature and impressive special effects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling and explosive action sequences.
  • Andy Lau's performance as the dedicated bomb disposal expert was a highlight.
  • The plot, while fast-paced, was considered somewhat predictable by some reviewers.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's excitement and the lead actor's performance, finding it to be an engaging action thriller. Some viewers noted that the story followed familiar tropes but still delivered on its promise of suspense.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Action Film and Best Visual Effects at the 37th Hong Kong Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was a significant box office success in China, grossing over $100 million.

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