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People's Hero

1987 · 82 min Action Drama Thriller Crime
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

Ex-gangster Sonny Koo finds himself in the middle of a bank holdup by two inexperienced crooks. The robbery goes awry, but before order can be restored, Sonny assumes control. He proceeds to turn the hostage situation to his advantage, and uses the bank's customers and personnel as leverage to free his girlfriend from prison. On the outside, sympathetic cop Captain Chan debates with his captain over how to handle the situation.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title 人民英雄
Year 1987
Country Hong Kong, Taiwan
Genre Action, Drama, Thriller, Crime
Director Derek Yee
Runtime 82 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.2/10 (14 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

People's Hero is a solid entry rated 7.2/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1987. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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