Rating: 4.0

Taking a popular narrative and adding a unique sense of charm to it, Yuen Woo-Ping creates a strangely captivating atmosphere with a familiar cast.

Vitally, ‘First Strike’ is still full of the energy and invention that leaves so many other action films pale in comparison.

‘Fist From Shaolin’ really stands out with its powerful choreography which, even after numerous other fine new-wave productions, remains very impressive.

The generally undemanding nature of the film make this a definite thumbs up for genre-lovers.

‘Flash Point’ isn’t a perfect film in the classical cinematic sense, but it is a damn fine action movie that doesn’t short change the viewer in any department.

A love story, comedy and action film all rolled into one, ‘Flirting Scholar’ is top entertainment for experienced HK movie connoisseurs and newcomers alike.

‘Fly Me To Polaris’ makes no excuses for its obvious emotional machinations and a storyline clearly designed to tug at the heart-strings.

This is definitely an entertaining film that is worth catching. There is, though, the constant nagging feeling that this film could have been better.

Avid fans of Chow’s humour can also rest assured as this is one of his sharpest films.

The humour is sharp and often hits the mark which therefore makes this one of his best and certainly most accessible films.

Michael Hui uses moments of slapstick, social conscience and satire in conjunction with his flawless timing.

‘Full Alert’ is more focused on crime and the effects of violence on the average man than it is on the dynamics of the police thriller.