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The Hong Kong police is hunting a counterfeiting gang led by a mastermind code-named "Painter" . The gang possesses exceptional counterfeiting skills which makes it difficult to distinguish the authenticity of its counterfeit currency. The scope of their criminal activities extends globally and greatly attracts the attention of the police. In order to crack the true identity of "Painter", the police recruits a painter named Lee Man to assist in solving the case.
An Interpol agent attempts to solve the mystery behind the creation of a counterfeit currency operation. The operation is led by a legendary but elusive criminal mastermind known only as 'Brother Handsome'. As the agent delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of deception and betrayal involving the mastermind's former associate and a dangerous former lover.
Project Gutenberg received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its intricate plot, stylish visuals, and strong performances, particularly from Aaron Kwok and Chow Yun-fat. While some found the narrative a bit convoluted at times, the film was largely commended for its ambitious scope and engaging twists.
Praised for its complex and twist-filled narrative.
Lauded for the strong performances of its lead actors.
Noted for its stylish direction and high production values.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's intricate plot and the compelling performances, finding it to be an entertaining crime thriller with satisfying twists and turns. Some viewers noted that the plot could be a bit dense, but overall it was a well-received film.
Project Gutenberg was a significant box office success and received numerous nominations and awards, particularly at the Hong Kong Film Awards where it won Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor (Chow Yun-fat), Best Supporting Actor (Tony Leung Ka-fai), and Best Art Direction, among others.
The film's elaborate set for the counterfeit printing press was built to be functional, showcasing the meticulous detail put into its production design.
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A wonderful twist on a caper and thriller at the same time. Wonderful lead actor Chow Yun Fat and an ensemble that works with him in this international movie. Great cinematography and big budget blockbuster. Watch it on Montageplay.com t...