The Raid (1991)
Original title: 財叔之橫掃千軍
The Raid is a 1991 Chinese-language action movie directed by Tsui Hark and Tony Ching Siu-Tung, with a running time of 1h 37m. It stars Dean Shek Tin, Tony Leung Ka-fai and Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau.
In the 1930s, China was in a state of turmoil and flurry. The dethroned Emperor Pu-Yi had established the Puppet State of Manchukuo in Manchuria and was cooperating with the Japanese in the testing of poisonous gas. The revolutionary army headed by Lieutenant Mong is assigned to crush this vicious plot. During his mission, Mong comes across witty and valiant veteran Uncle Choy and his friends, who volunteer to help. Mong believes that Uncle Choy is too old to join them. How can Uncle Choy prove himself? And can they succeed in their mission?
Quick answers
What is The Raid about?
In the 1930s, China was in a state of turmoil and flurry. The dethroned Emperor Pu-Yi had established the Puppet State of Manchukuo in Manchuria and was cooperating with the Japanese in the testing of poisonous gas. The revolutionary army headed by Lieutenant Mong is assigned to crush this vicious plot. During his mission, Mong comes across witty and valiant veteran Uncle Choy and his friends, who volunteer to help. Mong believes that Uncle Choy is too old to join them. How can Uncle Choy prove himself? And can they succeed in their mission?
When was The Raid released?
The Raid was released on 28 March 1991.
How long is The Raid?
The Raid runs 1h 37m.
Who made The Raid?
The Raid was directed by Tsui Hark and Tony Ching Siu-Tung.
Cast
- Dean Shek Tin as Dr. Choy
- Tony Leung Ka-fai as Commander Masa
- Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau as Bobo Bear
- Corey Yuen as Brother Big Nose
- Paul Chu Kong as Lieutenant Mang Tai Hoi
- Fennie Yuen Kit-Ying as Tina
- Joyce Godenzi as Kim Pak Fai
- Kei Kong-Hung as Smartie
- Lau Siu-Ming as Chinese Colonel
- Chiu Man-Yan as Nancy
- Sze Mei-Yee as Manchurian Emperor Puyi
- Lo Fan as Gambling woman