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Cinematic Rating

6.2 / 10

Budget

$35,000,000

Revenue

$94,249,025

Studio

Jackie & JJ Productions, Starlit HK Int'l Media Company Limited, China Film Co-Production, China Movie Channel

Police Story: Lockdown Review

Unfiltered Review R Released: 2013 Rating: 6.2/10 1h 50m Mandarin / Cantonese Action • Crime • Drama

MovieWise Analysis

The Story: Police Story: Lockdown (2013) offers a fresh dive into the Action, Crime, Drama genre. The plot follows a sequence where A man looking for the release of a long-time prisoner takes a police officer, his daughter, and a group of strangers hostage.

Cinematic Style: Visually, the film is a standout, utilizing a compelling cinematic journey to set a specific mood. The director focuses on the atmosphere of Action, Crime, Drama, ensuring the pacing keeps the audience engaged from the opening frame.

The Experience: At its heart, the movie is about the emotional resonance of its themes. Whether it is high-stakes tension or reflective sequences, the film manages to craft a world that feels impactful.

The Verdict: While many films in the Action, Crime, Drama space rely on formula, this project takes risks with its storytelling. For fans of the cast, it provides plenty of depth to chew on long after the credits roll.

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"**Police Story 2013 review** **Directed by: Ding Sheng Stars: Jackie Chan, Liu Ye and Jing Tian** Police Story arrives for another instalment but its only linked to previous instalments in name only how will this fare against the rest of the films, is this a story you'll want to see aga..."

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