Who Saw The Dragon's Claws?
Ji-won, a news anchor woman, witnesses Jung Yong-wook, an emerging leader of the ruling party, being terrorized. She sees the incident from car parked on a deserted road as she was enjoying a secret redez-vous with Park In-gyu, the presidential candidate of the opposition party. She barely escapes being killed herself. The country is thrown in turmoil with the news of Jung Yong-wook's alleged suicide, and Park In-gyu urges Ji-won to keep quiet.
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Plot Summary
A tough cop goes undercover to infiltrate a ruthless triad gang involved in extortion and murder. As he gets deeper into the criminal underworld, he must confront his own morality and the escalating violence. He faces betrayal from within the force and must rely on his wits and fighting skills to bring the gang down.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its action sequences and Donnie Yen's early performances, though some critics noted its formulaic plot. It is considered a solid entry in the Hong Kong crime thriller genre of the early 90s.
What Reviewers Say
- Enthusiastic fight choreography and solid action.
- Features a compelling, though somewhat predictable, crime narrative.
- Donnie Yen showcases his early martial arts prowess.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of Donnie Yen's earliest leading roles, showcasing the dynamic martial arts style that would later make him an international star.
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