Her Vengeance
Her Vengeance

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Her Vengeance

1988
Movie
92 min
Cantonese

Fong Kit Ying is an unassuming nightclub employee in Macao who inadvertently angers a gang of drunken patrons. They follow her home after her shift and mount a viscous gang assault. After her traumatic ordeal, she vows to hunt them down one by one.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Haskell WexlerGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former prostitute seeks revenge on the corrupt lawyer who betrayed her and left her for dead. Falsely accused of murder and with nothing left to lose, she embarks on a dangerous path to expose his crimes and bring him to justice. Her quest for vengeance forces her to confront her past and the dangerous underworld she once tried to escape.

Critical Reception

Her Vengeance received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often citing its convoluted plot and uneven pacing as major drawbacks. While some performances were noted, the film struggled to find a consistent tone and engage audiences effectively.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable and uninspired revenge plot.

  • Performances are generally weak, failing to elevate the material.

  • The pacing is inconsistent, leading to a lack of tension and engagement.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a lack of satisfaction with the film's narrative and overall execution.

Fun Fact

Director Haskell Wexler, primarily known for his acclaimed work as a cinematographer (e.g., 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest'), also directed this gritty crime drama.

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