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Election
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Election

2005 · 101 min Crime Drama Thriller
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

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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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Johnnie To

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Simon Yam

Simon Yam

Lok

Tony Leung Ka-fai

Tony Leung Ka-fai

Big D

Louis Koo

Louis Koo

Jimmy

Nick Cheung Ka-Fai

Nick Cheung Ka-Fai

Jet

Gordon Lam Ka-Tung

Gordon Lam Ka-Tung

Kun

Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai

Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai

Mr. So

Lam Suet

Lam Suet

Big Head

Wong Tin-Lam

Wong Tin-Lam

Uncle Teng

Tam Bing-Man

Tam Bing-Man

Uncle Cocky

Maggie Shiu

Maggie Shiu

Mrs. Big D

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