Vengeance
"Confucius said: if you set on a path of revenge, dig up two graves for you and your enemy." Hoi Chiu grew up in an orphanage that is sponsored by "Uncle Rain", who is also Hoi Chiu's pen pal and guardian. While Hoi Chiu approaches the family Kiu that ruined her family, making her an orphan and plots to take revenge, she falls in love with the second son of the family, Kiu Lap. She doesn't realize though that Kiu Lap is, in fact, her long-time pen pal, "Uncle Rain". Kiu Lap also falls in love with her but isn't aware of her plan.
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Plot Summary
A tough cop is investigating a series of brutal murders linked to a powerful crime syndicate. As he gets closer to the truth, he finds himself targeted by the very criminals he's trying to bring down. With his life on the line, he must race against time to expose the conspiracy and bring the culprits to justice before it's too late.
Critical Reception
Vengeance is a gritty, action-packed thriller that delivered standard genre fare for its time. While not critically lauded, it found an audience appreciative of its straightforward crime narrative and violent set pieces. It is generally seen as a serviceable entry in the crime thriller genre of the early 90s.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its relentless pace and violent action sequences.
- Criticized for a predictable plot and thin character development.
- Seen as a typical, albeit somewhat generic, crime thriller from the era.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Vengeance are scarce, but those available generally describe it as a standard action-thriller with competent direction. Some viewers appreciate the straightforward plot, while others find it lacks originality.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in South Africa, contributing to its distinct visual style and some of the casting choices.
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