Organized Crime & Triad Bureau
Organized Crime & Triad Bureau

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Organized Crime & Triad Bureau

1994
Movie
88 min
Cantonese

The head of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau, Inspector San Lee, will do anything to put triad boss Tung in jail.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Wai-Keung LauGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In Hong Kong, Detective Li challenges the powerful triad boss "Brother"," "while navigating a complex web of corruption and loyalty. As Li delves deeper into the criminal underworld, he finds himself increasingly isolated, facing betrayal from within the police force and a personal vendetta from Brother. The film culminates in a high-stakes confrontation that tests Li's resolve and integrity.

Critical Reception

Organized Crime & Triad Bureau was a critical success, praised for its gritty realism, intense action sequences, and strong performances, particularly from Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Francis Ng. It is often cited as a benchmark in Hong Kong crime cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic portrayal of Hong Kong's underworld and police procedural elements.

  • Acclaimed for its compelling performances and intricate plot.

  • Noted for its brutal and realistic depiction of crime and violence.

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Fun Fact

The film's raw and unflinching depiction of police corruption and triad activities was considered groundbreaking for its time in Hong Kong cinema.

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