The Tattoo Connection
The Tattoo Connection

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The Tattoo Connection

1978
Movie
90 min
Mandarin

When a diamond is stolen in Hong Kong, the company insuring the diamond sends a former CIA agent to Hong Kong to retrieve it. Meanwhile, one of the thieves begins to have a change of heart because his girlfriend wants him to leave his criminal organization.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Wai-Man KamGenres: Action, Crime, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

A former martial arts champion, now working as a police informant, is forced to go on the run when he's framed for murder. He must uncover the real culprits behind a drug trafficking ring and clear his name before it's too late. Along the way, he relies on his formidable fighting skills and the help of allies to confront a ruthless criminal organization.

Critical Reception

The Tattoo Connection is a typical 1970s Hong Kong martial arts film, featuring plentiful action sequences and a straightforward revenge plot. While not critically acclaimed, it is generally appreciated by fans of the genre for its fight choreography and star power.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features exciting and well-executed martial arts fights.

  • The plot is a familiar but effective setup for action.

  • Bruce Li delivers a solid performance as the wronged hero.

Google audience: Audience reviews often praise the action and fight scenes, noting it as a decent entry in the martial arts genre. Some viewers found the story predictable but enjoyable due to the combat.

Fun Fact

The film is often mistaken for having Bruce Lee in the lead role due to the similar name of its star, Bruce Li, who was a popular Bruce Lee impersonator.

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