The Protector 2
Director: Prachya Pinkaew
Actors: Tony Jaa, RZA, Phetthai Vongkumlao
PlotKham, a martial artist living in rural Thailand, finds his life upended when his beloved elephant Khon is stolen by a group of criminals. Kham is well-known for his deep bond with the elephant, a creature he has symbolized as part of his family since childhood. Driven by a sense of duty and love for Khon, Kham travels to Bangkok to search for the animal, quickly becoming entangled in an illegal animal trade network. As he delves deeper into the criminal underworld, Kham encounters Mark, a Thai police sergeant who was initially suspicious of Kham but becomes an ally in his quest.
Their investigation reveals that the elephant may have been kidnapped to be used for political gain by a wealthy and influential crime lord named LC, who pits elite fighters against each other for sport and profit. Kham reluctantly finds himself involved in this brutal world, forced to display his formidable fighting skills in a series of challenges orchestrated by LC. As Kham progresses, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens more than just his chance to recover his elephant. This revelation places him at odds with a range of opponents, including a lethal martial artist with a personal vendetta. Kham must use all his abilities to navigate through this treacherous terrain, fighting not only for the return of his elephant but also for justice and to expose the corruption entwining the fates of both man and beast.
Writers: Eakasit Thairaat
Release Date: 02 May 2014
Runtime: 104 min
Rating: R
Country: Thailand
Language: English, Thai
Home Video Reviews
'The Protector 2': flawed yet spirited, Jaa shines in fight spectacles.
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