Crime Story (1993)

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Original Title: 重案組

A special agent is assigned to protect a wealthy business magnate. However, when the businessman is kidnapped in a daring ambush, he teams up with a seasoned detective to crack the case. But soon he discovers the case isn't that simple.

Introduction
"Crime Story" is a Hong Kong action film from 1993, directed by Kirk Wong and starring Jackie Chan. Thought about as one of Chan's severe functions, the plot diverges from his common comical design, featuring him as a hard-hitting, straight-laced investigator. The movie is rooted in crime, corruption, and justice, using a gritty representation of Hong Kong's underworld.

Plot Overview
"Crime Story" is based on real-life occasions that occurred in 1990, including the kidnapping of Chinese service tycoon Teddy Wang Tei-huei. The movie opens with Jackie Chan's character, Inspector Eddie Chan of the Royal Hong Kong Police Force, experiencing distressing stress after having to shoot a child to save a political leader throughout a captive circumstance. Chan then gets appointed to protect Wong Yat-fei (played by Law Kar-ying), a rich entrepreneur who has actually gotten death risks.

Unforeseen Twist and Confrontations
While Chan and the police force presume Wong's estranged wife to be the source of these dangers, an unforeseen twist includes Wong getting kidnapped, which his other half appears to know nothing about. Chan assemble the suspects, consisting of physical trainer Hung Ting-bong (played by Kent Cheng), who had inside understanding of Wong's regular and is thought to be involved with Wong's kidnapping in some way.

Rising Tensions and Climactic Battle
As the look for Wong continues, Chan becomes suspect in Wong's disappearance due to some planted evidence. Meanwhile, a ransom call comes in for Wong, and the police manage to trace it to its origin. This causes a climactic battle at a cargo ship, with Inspector Chan heading there to confront Hung Ting-bong, the kidnapper.

Ending
At the end of the movie, Chan successfully rescues Wong and captures his kidnapper, getting cleared of his own charges in the process. He also uncovers corruption within his department, with a fellow officer being associated with orchestrating the plot to frame him.

Performances and Reception
Chan's tough representation in this movie as a flawed, traumatised yet resilient detective is rather the departure from his usual comedic roles, and he provides an impressive performance in this extreme and uncomplicated story about right and wrong. Other performers, including Kent Cheng as the enormous antagonist, likewise play their parts convincingly. The film received important recognition for its gritty story, extreme action series, and strong efficiencies.

Conclusion
"Crime Story" is renowned for being a significant shift in Jackie Chan's acting personality. It provides an intriguing mix of action, thriller, and drama, focussing more on realism instead of Chan's traditional high-energy slapstick design. In spite of the change of tone, it retains its enjoyment and strength, making it a must-watch for Jackie Chan fans and lovers of action movies.

Top Cast

  • Jackie Chan (small)
    Jackie Chan
    Inspector Eddie Chan
  • Kent Cheng (small)
    Kent Cheng
    Detective Hung Ting-Bong
  • Law Kar-Ying (small)
    Law Kar-Ying
    Wong Yat-Fei
  • Susanna Au-Yeung Pui-San (small)
    Susanna Au-Yeung Pui-San
    Sum Yue, Fei's wife
  • Christine Ng (small)
    Christine Ng
    Gaga
  • Poon Ling-Ling
    Joyce
  • Blackie Ko Shou-Liang (small)
    Blackie Ko Shou-Liang
    Captain Ko
  • William Duen (small)
    William Duen
    Superintendent Cheung
  • Ken Lo (small)
    Ken Lo
    Ng Kwok-Yan / Wu Kuo Jen
  • Paul Chung Fat (small)
    Paul Chung Fat
    Ng Kwok-Wah / Wu Kuo Hua
  • Wan Fat
    Simen Ting / Simon Ting