Burning Ambition
Burning Ambition

Burning Ambition

1989Movie104 minCantonese

This is director/martial arts star Frankie Chan's unofficial remake of the Kinji Fukasaku film SHOGUN'S SAMURAI (1978). Instead of Japanese samurai in a period setting, we get modern day Chinese gangsters battling each other for the position left vacant after the mysterious death of their head honcho.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Michael G. SmithGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling young actress navigates the cutthroat world of Hollywood, facing personal and professional challenges as she tries to achieve stardom. She becomes entangled with a powerful producer who promises her a career, but at a steep personal cost. The film explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the dark side of the entertainment industry.

Critical Reception

Burning Ambition received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its storyline predictable and its characters underdeveloped. Audiences generally shared these sentiments, with the film failing to make a significant impact at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt to expose the harsh realities of Hollywood, but criticized for its execution.
  • Noted for some performances, but ultimately deemed a formulaic drama.
  • Many found the plot to be predictable and lacking in originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Burning Ambition are scarce, with little consensus. Those available suggest a generally unmemorable viewing experience, with some finding the plot engaging enough for a casual watch but others deeming it uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film was reportedly based on a script written by a former Hollywood studio executive, offering a fictionalized glimpse into the industry's inner workings.

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