🎬 Chasing the Dragon (2017)

Directed by: Jason Kwan, Wong Jing | Starring: Donnie Yen, Andy Lau
Based on the rise of real-life drug lord Crippled Ho (Donnie Yen), Chasing the Dragon takes you deep into 1970s Hong Kong’s violent criminal underworld. The film follows Ho’s brutal climb to power, with corrupt detective Lee Rock (Andy Lau) by his side, their alliance forever shaping the city’s dark and dangerous history. 🌆💥
💥 Highlights:
💊 True-Crime Grit: A raw, unflinching portrayal of power, crime, and survival in the underworld. 🏙️
👊 Donnie Yen Like Never Before: A dark, dramatic performance far from his usual martial arts hero roles — truly captivating. 🔥
🕵️ Andy Lau Returns as Lee Rock: His complex portrayal adds rich depth and connection to Hong Kong’s gritty crime saga. ⚖️
🌆 70s Hong Kong Setting: A stylish, neon-lit world full of period detail that brings the atmosphere to life. 🌇
⚔️ Crime & Corruption: A story of loyalty, betrayal, and ambition in a lawless world where only the strongest survive. 💣
⚡️ Rating: 6.8/10
Chasing the Dragon is a gritty, intense crime drama with standout performances from Donnie Yen and Andy Lau—a must-watch for fans of gangster epics.