The Man from Hong Kong

Director Brian Trenchard-Smith constructs a relentless action vehicle that relies on the classic buddy-cop framework and injects it with a potent dose of cross-cultural flair. The film explores the friction and eventual synergy between the Hong Kong inspector's ruthless methods and the more procedural Australian police force, building momentum through spectacularly staged set pieces.

What lingers after the credits roll is the sheer, unfiltered joy of its practical stunts and unapologetic style. Those who tire of CGI will find a raw, energetic time capsule of 70s action filmmaking. — MovieFinder Editorial