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Winners & Sinners
奇謀妙計五福星
1983 108 min Hong Kong PG-13 18+
★6.9
Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime
Director: Sammo Kam-Bo Hung
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Description
Five friends are released from prison and do their best to stay out trouble. While trying to mind their own business (and run their 5-Star Cleaning Service), they are caught up in a war between rival Triad gangs fighting for control of the counterfeit currency market.
Worldwide:
$2.8M
Starring
Sammo Kam-Bo Hung
Actor
Jackie Chan
Actor
John Sham
Actor
Awards
1 win & 1 nomination total
Key opinion
Winners and Sinners is a lighthearted 80s Hong Kong action-comedy that focuses on the chemistry of its ensemble cast rather than high-stakes drama. While some viewers feel Jackie Chan's limited screen time is a marketing disappointment, the film remains a charming, nostalgic experience for fans of the genre.
| Acting | The ensemble cast, led by Sammo Hung, provides strong chemistry and effectively uses the "Happy Stars" dynamic. | |
| Humor | The film functions as a light, family-friendly, and easy-going comedy that successfully delivers a steady stream of smiles. | |
| Pacing | The tone and narrative pacing are generally smooth and consistent, offering an entertaining, everyday feel. | |
| Acting | Opinions on Jackie Chan's participation are split: some find his brief appearance spectacular and memorable, while others feel his limited screen time is a deceptive marketing ploy that detracts from the experience. | |
| Acting | The quality of the action sequences is debated: some critics praise the choreography and the physical prowess of the leads, while others find the fights clumsy and lacking in flair compared to typical Chan films. |