The Group (1998)
Original title: 全職大盜
The Group is a 1998 Chinese-language movie directed by Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting, with a running time of 1h 32m. It stars Francis Ng Chun-Yu, Anthony Wong Chau-Sang and Miriam Yeung Chin-Wah.
Father Martin has raised many orphans at a Hong Kong Orphanage. After growing up, some have achieved great success; with one becoming a gangster, much to his disappointment. During a starvation relief mission in Somalia, Father Martin is killed. In order to repay their beloved Father, they vow to follow in his footsteps by helping the poor, as well as protecting the weak from gangster harassment. Thus is born, 'The Group': professionals who are sworn to do good deeds - and they will break the law to do so.
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What is The Group about?
Father Martin has raised many orphans at a Hong Kong Orphanage. After growing up, some have achieved great success; with one becoming a gangster, much to his disappointment. During a starvation relief mission in Somalia, Father Martin is killed. In order to repay their beloved Father, they vow to follow in his footsteps by helping the poor, as well as protecting the weak from gangster harassment. Thus is born, 'The Group': professionals who are sworn to do good deeds - and they will break the law to do so.
When was The Group released?
The Group was released on 9 May 1998.
How long is The Group?
The Group runs 1h 32m.
Who made The Group?
The Group was directed by Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting.