About this episode
The episode discusses Johnny To's 2006 crime thriller 'Exiled' and its complex character dynamics.
Johnny To’s dark, brooding 2006 crime thriller Exiled explores the complex relationship of a group of best friends turned gangsters and killers on opposing sides. A novel take on the blood is thicker than water tale, it is one part Sleepers and one part Reservoir Dogs, but comparisons are reductive to Johnny’s unique flair, humor and pathos. The characters will capture you, from Anthony Wongs conflicted assassin, Nick Cheungs’s stoic but tragic hero and Simon Yam’ing it up as boss Fay. Unanimously approved by AAC, check it out.
People in this episode
Host: Asian Action Cast
Topics covered
- crime thriller
- gangsters
- friendship
- betrayal
- character study
Keywords
- Exiled
- Johnny To
- crime thriller
- gangsters
- Anthony Wong
- Nick Cheung
- Simon Yam
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: AAC
Books & works: Exiled, Sleepers, Reservoir Dogs
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