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Release Year1989
Runtime1h 33m
LanguageCantonese
CertificationNR
GenresAction, Drama, Crime
Votes1
DirectorWilson Tong Wai-Shing
WritersBryan Chang
TypeFeature Film
Rating9.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsA Fiery Family
About A Fiery Family
Most new immigrants are always involved in the activities of gangs. Although some of them are very smart and have established good business, people still call them "Big Circle Guys" indicating that they are outsiders to us. Ching Chi Kuk had come to Hong Kong with his brother Ching Chi Pang, sister Ching Siu Ming and brother-in-law Chi Wai since the middle seventies. Within a few years, Kuk being smart enough, had become well-known among the gangs. Once in an activity, Kuk was arrested and confessed guilty for his boss. Kuk was sent to prison and became a scapegoat. When he was released from the prison, Kuk decided to turn over a new life. During Kuk's imprisonment, his brother Pang joined the gang...
Directed by Wilson Tong Wai-Shing, A Fiery Family leans on a strong ensemble — Norman Tsui Siu-Keung, Gordon Liu, Eddie Kwan Lai-Kit — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about action titles of 1989.
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