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A classic action movie from acclaimed director John Woo (Hard Boiled, Mission Impossible II), Once a Thief is the explosive story of two fugitives fleeing the powerful Hong Kong mob. Mac & Michael are brothers... and bitter rivals. Raised by the Godfather of the Hong Kong underworld, they vie for his attention to take on the most glamorous and dangerous missions. Now their affections for the same woman threaten totear the family apart and set in place a terrifying chain of events...Set against the pulsating Hong Kong backdrop, Once a Thief is full of non-stop action and suspense that will leave you breathless.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
This film is everything you expect it to be, provided you know what to expect. It is a comic book action and adventure with a lot of tongue in cheek fun. It is not intended to be taken seriously and as long as you bear that in mind it's non-stop fun. John Woo followers may find this a bit odd if they are expecting all violence and action, although there is plenty of that too.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
John Woo is often remembered for Hard Boiled, or MI:II so its's great to see one of his lesser known films get a rerelease. Once a Thief has all the trademark Woo features - exaggerated shoot outs, fast-paced action, melodrama, and romance. It's perfect if you've enjoyed other John Woo movies, or other Hong Kong action. I rate it as one of his better ones, plus it's got two HK greats - Chow Yun Fat and Leslie Cheung - who are always great to watch
Format:DVD
I had purchased the TV series before I bought this DVD, even though it's a pilot for the series. I have not seen the original movie (as I understand this particular film is a remake), so I cannot compare, and I am not a martial arts or kung fu movies fan; I bought it only because I wanted to see some of Nick Lea's work. And even though I do not find this film a brilliant piece (the plot is OK but not the best in the world; there is humour in the film, but I didn't roll on the floor laughing throughout; the actors did a good job, but these were hardly Oscar-winning performances), it was thoroughly entertaining and I enjoyed it very much. I recommend it to those who just want to see some light-hearted action, which is what this was meant to be, obviously.
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