That first clash, which fills the streets of Hong Kong with the smell of gunpowder and the shrill sound of shattering glass, completely changes the rhythm of the night. A tough detective seeking justice on his own terms after the loss of his partner finds himself in the midst of a hellscape littered with bullet holes. In this crime-thriller masterpiece bearing John Woo’s signature, the paths of a tough detective and a secret agent—who doesn’t hesitate to pull the trigger against the dark underworld—cross. Every bullet that explodes in the arms dealers’ hideouts pushes the trust between the two to its absolute limit. This breathless chase, where violence and chaos never let up, unfolds at a pace that rivals the busiest hours in movie theaters.

3 wins & 4 nominations total