Linbeymusol
Wonderful character development!
Lovesusti
The Worst Film Ever
Laikals
The greatest movie ever made..!
Ketrivie
It isn't all that great, actually. Really cheesy and very predicable of how certain scenes are gonna turn play out. However, I guess that's the charm of it all, because I would consider this one of my guilty pleasures.
A_Different_Drummer
Went out of my way to find this film based on a recommendation from a friend who insisted this was one of best kung fu films ever -- this film also pops up in a Google search for top kung fu films.Reviewers notes: 1. Yen will go down in film history as one of the best MA stars. He can not only pull off the gravitas to play IP MAN but he is a natural in these police dramas. Manages to appear stoic but involved at the same time 2. There is a final fight scene over 5 minutes long which is worth the wait. Lots of MMA moves including some pro wrestling moves. Many fans call this "modern" kung fu but is probably the wrong name. Fun anyway 3. Aside from Yen and the final fight -- forgettable
Steven
Donny Yen plays a no nonsense cop who basically beats up every bad guy in this film. The movie is about Donny Yen and his partner who is undercover trying arrest some drug smugglers. The plot is nothing special and you don't really care for the characters that much but you should't be here for the plot or the acting. The action/fighting in this movie is incredible. The last fight scene is one the the best fight scenes I have ever seen put on film. My recommendation would be to watch the first 10 minutes and then skip to the last 30 minutes of the movie because nothing really happens in between. His partner falls in love and there is a car chase that's nothing special. Watch it for the great fights, not for the acting or plot.Rating: 10 for the fights, 5 for everything else = 7
leminhha93
Many times I find Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, or Jet Li's classic fights far-fetched in a movie way. Typically, the scenario involves one martial artist hero fighting a dozen of extras acting as punching bags. Facing the "big bosses", the hero executes impressive moves with spinning kicks, flip kicks, super-fast close punches, back-flipping around - most of which are for show.Flashpoint is different. The film features some of the most realistic fight scenes I've ever seen in a movie. The choreographed moves are not merely for demonstration and entertainment but can probably be used in real fights. The hits and damage on bodies, stamina diminishing, the pain, determination and fury - everything is unbelievably realistic for a movie. The main score is also outstanding; I was left with adrenaline and excitement after the credit rolls.For a martial arts-focused film, Flashpoint's story and character development are alright. It certainly is no Internal Affairs, but there are enough actions to keep the audience engaged and entertained. Overall, Flashpoint is a highly entertaining, thrilling, very well-done movie that might just be Donnie Yen's finest work in his career. If you are a fan of martial art movies, this is an absolute must-see.
diggler_inc
Flashpoint is a beautifully shot film that moves a long at a fast pace. I was never much of a Donnie Yen fan but I have been converted to one after seeing this film. Hollywood needs to bring him back, at least as an action choreographer. The action scenes in this film are far more sophisticated than anything Hollywood is doing.Wilson Yip did an amazing job as director. It's a shame this didn't get a U.S. theatrical release. If Hollywood is smart, they will recruit him.Bingbing Fan is a beauty that should also be brought to Hollywood.Flashpoint doesn't break new ground in terms of it being a typical cops and gangsters flick, but it is as good as any of them.The fights are excellent and realistic.Flashpoint is highly recommended for HK movie fans.
