Raging Fire
Director: Benny Chan, Shane Comley-White
Actors: Donnie Yen, Nicholas Tse, Lan Qin
PlotIn a bustling metropolis, a highly respected and incorruptible police officer, known for his relentless pursuit of justice, is close to cracking a major drug trafficking case. Honored for his integrity and adherence to the law, he stands at the forefront of successful law enforcement in the city. However, his investigation is abruptly interrupted when a violent heist orchestrated by a group of masked criminals leaves many officers dead and wounded. The calamity sends shockwaves across the force, igniting a desperate hunt for the perpetrators. As he delves deeper into the case, the officer uncovers chilling revelations that link the crime to individuals from his past, challenging not only his resolve but also blurring the lines between ally and adversary.
Haunted by betrayal, the officer is thrust into a morally complex battle against a former protégé gone rogue. This once promising learner, driven by disillusionment and revenge, has converted his unmatched combat skills into weapons against those he once served alongside. The tense cat-and-mouse chase unfurls across the urban sprawl, with explosive confrontations that test their limits physically and mentally. Navigating through a web of corruption and personal vendettas, the officer must confront the demons of his past while striving to prevent further tragedies. Each step forward unveils deeper layers of betrayal and challenges, pushing him to face impossible choices as he confronts an unrelenting storm of violence and retribution.
Writers: Benny Chan, Ryan Wai-Chun Ling, Yaoliang Tang
Release Date: 30 Jul 2021
Runtime: 126 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: Hong Kong, China
Language: English, Cantonese
Home Video Reviews
Raging Fire delivers a thrilling homage to early 2000s Hong Kong action films with superb audio, video, and choreography, despite minimal extras.
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