Tiger Angels
Tiger Angels

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Tiger Angels

1997
Movie
90 min
Mandarin

Fearing that her businessman father might get kidnapped for ransom, Sally hires her best friend Oshima to be his bodyguard. When the unthinkable terror finally becomes a reality, both goes deep into the tiger's den to fight the gangsters and save the hostage.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Chi-Hwa ChenGenres: Action, Drama, War

Plot Summary

In the midst of a brutal conflict, a group of elite female soldiers known as the 'Tiger Angels' are deployed on a perilous mission. Facing overwhelming odds and treacherous enemies, they must rely on their combat skills, courage, and unwavering loyalty to each other to survive and complete their objective. The film follows their intense battles and personal struggles as they navigate the dangers of war.

Critical Reception

Tiger Angels received a mixed to negative reception, often cited for its simplistic plot and reliance on action sequences over character development. While some appreciated the martial arts choreography, it was generally considered a standard B-movie action flick of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its action-packed fight scenes and female-led combat.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and lack of depth.

  • Seen as a typical Hong Kong action film from the late 90s.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a viewing experience primarily for fans of 90s martial arts films, appreciating the action while acknowledging its B-movie status.

Fun Fact

Moon Lee, one of the lead actresses, was a prominent figure in Hong Kong action cinema during the 1980s and 1990s, often starring in films featuring all-female combat units.

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