Election (2005)
Original title: 黑社會
Election is a 2005 Chinese-language crime movie directed by Johnnie To, with a running time of 1h 41m. It stars Simon Yam, Tony Leung Ka-fai and Louis Koo.
After losing an election to become chairman of the Wo Lin Shing triad, a gang leader lashes out and tries to seize the dragon-head baton, the official symbol of a chairman's authority.
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What is Election about?
After losing an election to become chairman of the Wo Lin Shing triad, a gang leader lashes out and tries to seize the dragon-head baton, the official symbol of a chairman's authority.
When was Election released?
Election was released on 20 October 2005.
How long is Election?
Election runs 1h 41m.
Who made Election?
Election was directed by Johnnie To.
Where can I watch Election?
Election is available on Kanopy.
Where to watch Election
Watch free: Kanopy
Cast
- Simon Yam as Lok
- Tony Leung Ka-fai as Big D
- Louis Koo as Jimmy
- Nick Cheung Ka-Fai as Jet
- Gordon Lam Ka-Tung as Kun
- Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai as Mr. So
- Lam Suet as Big Head
- Wong Tin-Lam as Uncle Teng
- Tam Bing-Man as Uncle Cocky
- Maggie Shiu Mei-Kei as Mrs. Big D
- David Chiang Da-Wei as Chief Superintendent Hui
- You Yongzhi as China Police Captain
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