Run for Life Ladies from China

A grim, slow-burning crime drama about desperation and betrayal, with a heavy emotional weight and a tense, melancholic atmosphere.

Directed by

Wong Shu-tong

Genres

Crime, Drama

Starring

Melvin Wong King-sun, Pauline Chan Bo-lin, Chan Wing-chi

Overview

Two sisters, Lin and Sen, and Lin's husband Ho come to Hong Kong looking for a better life. They are met by Ho's friend Kwan who works for a gangster Tian who offers them jobs in his nightclub and sauna. Sen is young and easily bored and soon takes up with Tian who offers her money and excitement. Ho falls for Sister a masseuse who works in the sauna and Lin is left wondering and unhappy. When Tian attempts to assault Lin, Ho seeks revenge but is killed along with Kwan and it is left to Sen and Sister to seek the help of a rival gangster in their revenge.

How it feels

Dark, melancholic, tense and cynical. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Betrayal, revenge, crime, family

Content

Strong violence and sexual content. Mild gore and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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