The Furious review: Kenji Tanigaki delivers relentless action choreography in Hong Kong import
By
Matt Donato
Hot, fresh, and worth queueing round the block for.
Summary
The Furious is a Hong Kong action film directed by Kenji Tanigaki that delivers relentless, high-octane fight choreography. The review praises the film's brutal and poetic action sequences, comparing it favorably to other international action hits like The Raid: Redemption and RRR. The article highlights how international markets have come to dominate the action genre, with The Furious standing as a top contender for best action film of the year.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledNot an ounce of exhilaration is squandered in this Hong Kong import, which dares any other actioner this year to be as battered.
Filmmakers like Kenji Tanigaki find poetry in ruthless motion, which he does once again in his latest release, The Furious.
Over the last decade and change, international markets have asserted dominance over the action genre.
You might also wanna read
'The Furious' Review: Action-Choreography Shines in Kenji Tanigaki's Martial Arts Kidnapping Thriller
A review of Kenji Tanigaki's martial arts film 'The Furious,' a kidnapping thriller that prioritizes spectacular action choreography over pl
Variety·3d ago
Review: 'The Furious' Delivers Brutal Martial Arts Action as Joe Taslim Battles Human Traffickers
A review of Kenji Tanigaki's action film "The Furious," starring Joe Taslim and Xie Miao, about a tradesman who goes on a brutal rampage aga
IndieWire·3d ago
Behind the Action: How 'The Furious' Filmed Its Martial Arts Fight Sequences
A behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Hong Kong martial arts film 'The Furious,' directed by Kenji Tanigaki. The article details how
Variety·2d ago
'The Furious' Tops China Box Office with $11.2M Weekend, Unseating 'Dear You'
Edko Films' action thriller "The Furious" topped the China box office during the June 12-14 weekend with $11.2 million, unseating the long-r
Variety·7h ago
'The Furious' and 'Stop! That! Train!' Enter Indie Box Office Top 10; 'The Third Man' Rereleased
Lionsgate's martial arts film 'The Furious' and RuPaul-starring 'Stop! That! Train!' debuted at Nos. 8 and 9 in the domestic box office, whi
Deadline·15h ago
Lionsgate Releases New Fight Scene Clip From 'The Furious' Amid Crowded Release Month
Lionsgate has released a new clip from the upcoming action film "The Furious," showcasing brutal fight scenes. The article notes that while