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American Chinatown
“America needs a defender... China offers its master.”
4.5 / 10• 1993• 1h 26m•NR• English
Action
Storyline
A sect of the Triads controls the streets of Chinatown led by tough fighter Yong. But things get complicated when Lily, the adopted sister of Triads boss Eric, arrives on the scene. Yong is torn between his love for Lily and his commitment to uphold the Triads' honor. He cannot run from destiny or hide from fate. And now, Chinatown will put Eric's honor and Yong's fighting skills to the test.
Cast & Crew
TL
Tae-joon Lee
Yong
Lead
Robert Z'Dar
Eric
Bobby Kim
Jim
LG
Liat Goodson
Lily
SJ
Sung-Ki Jun
Wong
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Richard Park Wu-sang's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. American Chinatown is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
