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Release Year1993
Runtime1h 26m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresAction
Votes2
DirectorRichard Park Wu-sang
WritersRichard Park Wu-sang
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.5 out of 10
Cast5 credited
Also Known AsAmerican Chinatown
About American Chinatown
A sect of the Triads controls the streets of Chinatown led by tough fighter Yong. But things get complicated when Lily, the adopted sister of Triads boss Eric, arrives on the scene. Yong is torn between his love for Lily and his commitment to uphold the Triads' honor. He cannot run from destiny or hide from fate. And now, Chinatown will put Eric's honor and Yong's fighting skills to the test.
Directed by Richard Park Wu-sang, American Chinatown leans on a strong ensemble — Tae-joon Lee, Robert Z'Dar, Bobby Kim — 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 1993.
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