I recently revisited Exiled (2006) on Tubi. The storyline revolves around a hitman who decides to retire, get married and raise his child. However, his former employer sends two hitmen to eliminate him, but they cross paths with some former associates who attempt to convince them otherwise. As these associates, hitmen, and the retired hitman form an unlikely bond and reach an agreement on how to proceed, their decision could potentially ignite a war.
Directed by Johnnie To (Drug War), the film boasts a stellar cast, including Anthony Wong Chau-Sang (Infernal Affairs), Nick Cheung (Ghost Rituals), Simon Yam (Lara Croft: Cradle to the Grave), Wah-Wo Wong (Mad Detective) and Francis Ng (Infernal Affairs II).
Exiled is an incredibly enjoyable and distinctive gangster movie that offers brilliant depth, compelling characters, and fantastic performances. The casting is spot-on, with the actors perfectly embodying their roles. While the storyline is excellently crafted, complete with solid subplots, there are moments when the dialogue feels inconsistent and somewhat inauthentic. The action sequences are top-notch, featuring spectacular shootouts that keep you on the edge of your seat. The performance by the mother character in the film is outstanding and sets up a perfect conclusion. The unexpected twist at the end left me unsure of the outcome until the final scene.
In conclusion, Exiled is a unique and worthwhile addition to the action genre. I would give it a 7.5-8/10 and strongly recommend it.
Directed by Johnnie To (Drug War), the film boasts a stellar cast, including Anthony Wong Chau-Sang (Infernal Affairs), Nick Cheung (Ghost Rituals), Simon Yam (Lara Croft: Cradle to the Grave), Wah-Wo Wong (Mad Detective) and Francis Ng (Infernal Affairs II).
Exiled is an incredibly enjoyable and distinctive gangster movie that offers brilliant depth, compelling characters, and fantastic performances. The casting is spot-on, with the actors perfectly embodying their roles. While the storyline is excellently crafted, complete with solid subplots, there are moments when the dialogue feels inconsistent and somewhat inauthentic. The action sequences are top-notch, featuring spectacular shootouts that keep you on the edge of your seat. The performance by the mother character in the film is outstanding and sets up a perfect conclusion. The unexpected twist at the end left me unsure of the outcome until the final scene.
In conclusion, Exiled is a unique and worthwhile addition to the action genre. I would give it a 7.5-8/10 and strongly recommend it.