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Unexpectable Killing (1999) | Slate

Unexpectable Killing

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Unexpectable Killing

殺手風雲之買大開細

Paul is a 30-year-old computer teacher with a modest monthly income, yet he has to support a family. After a drunken stint, he declares he'll do anything to earn a fortune. This is overheard by Ben, a former assassin, who decides to train Paul to become his successor. Over a year ago, Ben's lover suddenly disappeared, leaving him devastated and determined to train an even better apprentice to complete his career as a killer. After six months of training, Paul receives his first assignment, only to be surprised by his target. Meanwhile, Ben's missing girlfriend returns to Hong Kong...

Released: 1999
Runtime: 1h 26m
Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Country: Hong Kong
Language: Cantonese

Direction and writing

Mak Tin-PongDirector

RobbyScreenplay

Where to watch

Unavailable

Cast

Raymond Cho Wing-LimPaul
Joe Ma Tak-ChungBen
Zuki Lee Si-PuiJo

Alson Wong Ting-Bong

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