The Viral Factor
Director: Dante Lam
Actors: Jay Chou, Nicholas Tse, Peng Lin
PlotInternational security operative Jon embarks on a mission to escort a dangerous scientist, Dr. Kan, who possesses knowledge of a lethal bioweapon. The mission goes awry when Jon is betrayed by a fellow agent, Sean, leading to a catastrophic ambush that leaves Jon severely injured and his girlfriend dead. After narrowly escaping, Jon returns home to discover he has a terminal condition, giving him only a few weeks to live. Urged by his mother, Jon travels to Southeast Asia to reconcile with his estranged father and a brother he never knew he had, named Yeung. Unbeknownst to Jon, Yeung is deeply involved in the world of crime, living as a professional thief.
As Jon reconnects with his family, he finds himself entangled in a web of deception and danger. Yeung is unknowingly linked to a global conspiracy involving the same bioweapon Jon was trying to secure. The two brothers, initially at odds due to their different upbringings and lifestyles, must work together to prevent the deadly bioweapon from falling into the wrong hands. Tensions rise as they confront their personal demons and the shadowy figures manipulating events from behind the scenes. The stakes escalate as the brothers navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal, violence, and unexpected alliances, leading to a high-octane showdown.
Writers: Dante Lam, Candy Leung, Wai-Lun Ng
Release Date: 19 Jan 2012
Runtime: 122 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: Hong Kong, China
Language: Mandarin, Cantonese, English, Arabic, Malay
Home Video Reviews
Despite an overblown plot and melodramatic elements, 'The Viral Factor' delivers high-octane action with excellent video and top-notch audio, making it an engaging watch.
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