Operation Condor (1991)

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Original Title: 飛鷹計劃

Hired by a Spanish baron, Hong Kong treasure hunter Jackie, a.k.a. "Asian Hawk" and his entourage seek WWII Nazi gold buried in the Sahara Desert.

Overview
"Operation Condor" is a 1991 Hong Kong action-adventure-comedy movie directed by and starring Jackie Chan. It's likewise referred to as "Armour of God II: Operation Condor". The movie is a sequel to Chan's 1986 smash hit, "Armour of God", where he plays the memorable function of a daring treasure hunter named Jackie, aka the Asian Hawk.

Plot
The plot of "Operation Condor" revolves around the Asian Hawk who is assigned by the United Nations to obtain a cache of taken Nazi gold hidden in the Sahara desert. The location is heavily mined, and the gold could possibly support numerous warlords and terrorist companies if fallen under the wrong hands. Therefore, Jackie's mission is important for worldwide peace.

During the course of the mission, Jackie coordinate with 3 ladies: Ada, a UN representative, and Elsa and Momoko, granddaughters of 2 Nazi soldiers directly included with the gold. These interactions provide a layer of comedic relief, enhancing the movie's general home entertainment value.

Action Sequences
In real Jackie Chan tradition, "Operation Condor" is plentiful with gravity-defying stunts and well-choreographed martial arts scenes. The arenas of action vary from busy markets to the arid desert and secret underground bases. These series emphasize Chan's signature mix of physical funny and martial arts proficiency, contributing heart-pounding enjoyment to the film experience.

Important Reception
"Operation Condor" was a business success, though critics had blended responses. Some applauded its slapstick humor and breathtaking stunts, criteria of Chan's work; others criticized the film as the plot was eclipsed by the action. But, the production value and cinematography were widely lauded, with the Sahara desert sequences being the highlight.

Conclusion
In conclusion, "Operation Condor" is an ultimate Jackie Chan movie that uses a good blend of heart-racing action, experience, and funny. In spite of its simple plot, it handles to captivate with hilarious comic timing and specialist martial arts sequences. As a follow up, it stood up to its predecessor and delivered a fun, action-packed experience. Its cultural impact can be seen in numerous modern-day movies that have actually because attempted to attain a comparable balance of aspects.

Top Cast

  • Jackie Chan (small)
    Jackie Chan
    Jackie / Asian Hawk / Asian Condor
  • Carol Cheng (small)
    Carol Cheng
    Ada
  • Eva Cobo (small)
    Eva Cobo
    Elsa
  • Shôko Ikeda (small)
    Shôko Ikeda
    Momoko
  • Vincent Lyn (small)
    Vincent Lyn
    Mark / Adolf's Guard #3
  • Jonathan Isgar (small)
    Jonathan Isgar
    Tasza
  • Božidar Smiljani? (small)
    Božidar Smiljani?
    Baron Bannon (Duke Scapio)
  • Aldo Sambrell (small)
    Aldo Sambrell
    Adolf (Alfredo Brel Sánchez)
  • Ken Lo (small)
    Ken Lo
    Adolf's Guard #1
  • Winston Ellis (small)
    Winston Ellis
    Adolf's Guard #3
  • Steve Tartalia (small)
    Steve Tartalia
    Adolf's Guard #6