China

ActionCrimeMysteryThriller

NA

Herman Yau

Sean Lau Ching-Wan, Francis Ng, Michael Miu, Michael Chow Man-Kin, Yeung Wai-Lun, Cherry Ngan

Herman Yau, James DeMonaco, Kevin Fox

Lian Ray Pictures, 联瑞(上海)影业有限公司, Zhejiang Hengdian Film Production, Guava Pictures Limited, Weibo Corporation

NA

Negotiator expert Cheuk Man Wai (played by Sean Lau) unexpectedly becomes the prime suspect in a murder case. Forced into a corner, he occupies the police station, taking officers hostage, and demands negotiations with the former negotiator Tse Ka Chun (played by Francis NG). With Tse's expertise in psychological manipulation and Check's exceptional skills, they engage in a battle of wits. As the verbal sparring deepens, their positions and mindsets gradually change... This film is adapted from the American movie "The Negotiator".

Reviews:

Author: MovieGuys
Hong Kong has a real talent for fast paced, over the top, no nonsense, crime action thrillers, Crisis Negotiators, being no exception. Whilst this one starts slowly, it rapid picks up momentum crafting a straightforward story of corrupt police and betrayal whilst throwing in round after round of unrelenting action. Acting is unsurprisingly, excellent. This film sports a strong cast of veteran Hong Kong acting talent. Production values are high too with polished gun play and car chase scenes, amongst others. In summary, yet another quality crime action thriller from Hong Kong. For my money, infinitely better, than the woke (DEI) rubbish being churned out by Hollywood. And that's even in spite of the English subtitles.