Complex masculinity

Miles 2022-01-18 08:02:38

On the streets, there are big scenes of wars and riots, as well as a self-contained slow-motion shootout. The most important thing is that it has a different emotional catharsis from Wu Yusen's previous movies. This story shows that under the influence of external factors such as war, money, status, etc., the relationship between friends has turned against each other, friendship has broken down, and some have remained steadfast. The director puts this evolution of male sentiment in a broad social background. Under the circumstances, the male sentiment is more complicated.

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  • Ben: Mr Leong. I think think you're mistaken. When we were in Hong Kong we admired Miss Yen. We like listening to her sing. We were all staring at her just now, as we were wondering... wondering why she had changed so much. She's not pretty any more.

    Paul: Ah Bee!

    Ben: She's lost her innocence. She's not happy any more. I wonder who was responsible for that?

    Y.S. Leong: You're criticizing me? Not many people would speak to me like that. Young man, you've got balls. Bring me wine!

  • Ben: You're pointing a gun on a good friend you've known for more than a decade!