Hard Boiled

Name: Hard Boiled
Director: John Woo
Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime
Released: 1992-01-01
Duration: 126 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Chow Yun-Fat, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Anthony Wong Chau-Sang, Teresa Mo Shun-Kwan, Philip Chan Yan-Kin

1992Dir. John Woo2h 6m

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Runtime2h 6m

Released1992

Budget$4.5M

Box office$2.7M

DirectorJohn Woo

About This Movie

Hard Boiled is a fascinating dive into John Woo's signature style, blending action with a gritty narrative. The pacing is relentless, punctuated by those slow-mo shootouts that Woo is known for. Chow Yun-fat delivers a magnetic performance as the cop driven by vengeance, and Tony Leung as the undercover hitman adds a layer of complexity. The atmosphere is thick with tension, yet there's a surprising emotional depth to the story, especially with the loss of the partner early on. The choreography of the gunfights is something else, quite a showcase for practical effects that stand the test of time. Definitely not just shoot-'em-up, there's a lot of character to ponder too.

Released in 1992, a hallmark of Hong Kong action cinema.Notable for its elaborate practical effects and choreography.Features the iconic 'gun ballet' style, a Woo trademark.Chow Yun-fat and Tony Leung deliver standout performances.