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Movie Info

Release Date: March 24, 1989
Runtime: 110 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (30)
Genres:
Drama Crime Action Thriller
Budget: $0
Revenue: $2,350,174
Original Language: Cantonese
Status: Released
Production Countries:
Critic Scores
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96%
Tomatometer
82
82/100
Metacritic
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7.6/10
TMDB
882 votes
⭐
7.7/10
IMDb
54,937 votes
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The Killer

1989

"A heart beats beneath the surface of chaos."

Also known as: πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ EN: Le tueur? πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ES: Contacto brutal? πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ DE: Blast Killer? πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή PT: O Assassino? πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ JA: Ookami: Otoko-tachi no banka: Saishuushoo? All international titles (30) →

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 3/5
Drugs / Alcohol 2/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Budget: $0
Revenue: $2,350,174
Profit $2,350,174

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The Killer is directed by John Woo .

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Killer

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  • The film features elaborate action sequences characteristic of John Woo's style, including slow-motion gunfights and dual-wielding firearms, which became a signature in his later works.

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  • Chow Yun-Fat's performance as Jeffrey was pivotal in establishing him as a leading action star in Hong Kong cinema, showcasing both his physicality and emotional depth.

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  • The nightclub scenes were filmed in a real venue that was popular in Hong Kong's nightlife during the late 1980s, adding authenticity to the atmosphere.

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  • In one scene, a character is seen wearing a T-shirt featuring the logo of the fictional 'Hong Kong Police Force', hinting at the film's themes of law and morality.

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  • The film's score was composed by the renowned composer Richard Yuen, whose work contributed to the emotional weight of key scenes, blending orchestral elements with traditional Chinese music.

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  • One notable continuity error occurs during the climactic shootout; a character's firearm changes from a revolver to a semi-automatic between shots.

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  • The film is often compared to other works by John Woo, such as 'A Better Tomorrow' and 'Hard Boiled', which also explore themes of honor and redemption among flawed characters.

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