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The Shootout (1992)

Original title: 危險情人

1992-06-27 · 1h 35m · CN
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The Shootout is an early-nineties action comedy that brings together many stars of past and present Hong Kong films. Popstar Aaron Kwok is Fai, a relatively young, inexperienced cop who accidentally nabs a member of a thievery gang. However, Fai loses his collar when the gang's vicious boss (Elvis Tsui) infiltrates Police HQ to take down his own comrade! Luckily, the cops bring in two "expert" policemen, Lau (Sean Lau Ching Wan) and Ma (Leung Ka Yan) to help nab the bad guys. Helping their investigation is Min (Fennie Yuen), the club singer to whom Fai is attracted AND the girlfriend to the head bad guy. With topnotch police work - and maybe a little luck - the cops regroup in time for a violent finish. Gritty violence and entertaining, over-the-top action highlight The Shootout, but it's the charismatic stars and quick-footed comedy which keep things amusing.

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Edward Tang Ging-SangWriterMichael MakDirector

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Aaron Kwok Fu-ShingAaron Kwok Fu-ShingBryan Leung Kar-YanBryan Leung Kar-YanLau Ching-WanLau Ching-WanElvis Tsui Kam-KongElvis Tsui Kam-KongNgai SuetNgai SuetKingdom Yuen King-TanKingdom Yuen King-TanOn Tak-JuenOn Tak-JuenNg Ching-MauNg Ching-MauTimothy Shaw Chun-YungTimothy Shaw Chun-YungLaw Shu-KeiLaw Shu-KeiWong Chung-KuiWong Chung-KuiFennie Yuen Kit-YingFennie Yuen Kit-Ying

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Genre affinityAction · ComedyDialogue densityComedyPacingActionDirector preference488755Actor preference269758 · 182606 · 106373Country preferenceHk

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Frequently asked questions about The Shootout

What is The Shootout about?

The Shootout is an early-nineties action comedy that brings together many stars of past and present Hong Kong films. Popstar Aaron Kwok is Fai, a relatively young, inexperienced cop who accidentally nabs a member of a thievery gang. However, Fai loses his collar when the gang's vicious boss (Elvis Tsui) infiltrates Police HQ to take down his own comrade! Luckily, the cops bring in two "expert" policemen, Lau (Sean Lau Ching Wan) and Ma (Leung Ka Yan) to help nab the bad guys. Helping their investigation is Min (Fennie Yuen), the club singer to whom Fai is attracted AND the girlfriend to the head bad guy. With topnotch police work - and maybe a little luck - the cops regroup in time for a violent finish. Gritty violence and entertaining, over-the-top action highlight The Shootout, but it's the charismatic stars and quick-footed comedy which keep things amusing.

How long is The Shootout?

The Shootout has a runtime of 95 minutes.