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Amid the neon lights of Hong Kong, undercover cop Wei Shen finds himself torn between his loyalty to the law and his growing connection to the criminals he swore to destroy. Throughout his journey, he dives into the brutal intrigues of the Sun On Yee Triad, facing betrayals, rivalries, and corruption within his own police force. As Wei rises through the ranks of the triad, he must decide—how far is he willing to go before becoming the very monster he fights against?
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  • otsutsuki Act 1 - "The Undercover" Opening The camera glides over Hong Kong at night, revealing its chaotic energy: neon lights flashing, crowded night markets, dark alleyways where deals are made in the shadows. The city feels alive, pulsating, yet full of danger. The sound of screeching tires echoes through the streets as a frantic chase begins in a damp alley in Aberdeen. Wei Shen and his partner, Naz Singh, are trying to close a drug deal, but the situation goes south. A crazed drug dealer attacks a security guard with a cleaver, panic sets in, and before they can escape, the police arrive. Shen hesitates for a second – he knows getting caught is part of his mission – and is handcuffed along with Singh. In prison, Shen runs into Jackie Ma, a childhood friend now a small-time criminal. Jackie treats him like a lost brother, reminiscing about the times they used to play together in North Point. He offers Shen an entry into the Water Street Gang, a branch of the Sun On Yee. The protagonist, though smiling and agreeing, feels a tightness in his chest. This life has already taken too much from him, but he has to move forward. Upon leaving the cell, Shen is greeted by Superintendent Thomas Pendrew and Inspector Raymond Mak. The tension between Shen and Pendrew is palpable. Pendrew demands results, making it clear that the mission is more important than any emotional attachment. "Remember, Shen, you're not one of them. You never will be." But does he believe that?

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  • otsutsuki Act 2 - "Inside the Beast" Gaining Trust Shen begins his infiltration with small tasks for Winston Chu, an impulsive but charismatic leader. He starts to see something familiar in Winston: a man struggling to maintain control in a chaotic world. However, Shen must tread carefully. He faces Dogeyes Lin, a ruthless rival from the Jade Gang, and sets up an ambush on a drug shipment, proving his loyalty. But as he looks at himself in the mirror, he wonders: how far is he willing to go to fit into this life? The Inner Conflict Shen captures a rival drug dealer named Siu Wah and is ordered to kill him. The moment stretches as he holds the weapon. The man pleads for his life. Shen sees a distorted reflection of himself in him. He decides to hand him over to the police alive. Winston's look says it all – distrust. At the same time, his relationship with Tiffany, a singer from a nightclub, begins to deepen. For the first time in a long while, Shen feels a genuine connection. But he knows this could be a weakness.

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  • otsutsuki Act 3 - "The Bloodbath" The Wedding and Betrayal At the height of the war between Winston and Dogeyes, a wedding that was supposed to symbolize stability turns into a massacre. Winston and his fiancée are brutally murdered by masked men from the 18K. Shen's shock is genuine. For the first time, he doesn't just feel anger – he feels grief. The Revenge Shen hunts down Dogeyes. When he finds him, he allows himself to feel hatred. He delivers him to Winston's mother, who executes him without hesitation. But as he looks at Dogeyes' corpse, a question arises: Is he still a cop, or just another killer? Uncle Po, the leader of Sun On Yee, is attacked and gravely injured. Shen rescues him, gaining even more status within the organization. This makes him a hero among criminals. But among the police? He is increasingly alone. Pendrew demands that Shen leave the case. "You've lost yourself, Wei." But Shen refuses. "I'm closer than ever." Or is he just lying to himself?

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  • otsutsuki Act 4 - "Crossfire" The Hunt for the Real Enemy With Po's death, an election for the new head of Sun On Yee begins. Henry "Big Smile" Lee, a cruel and ambitious man, starts eliminating competitors. Shen decides to support "Broken Nose" Jiang, the only leader who can prevent the complete collapse of the organization. Jackie Ma is kidnapped by the 18K. Shen feels the weight of guilt. When he arrives to rescue him, he finds Jackie's body, hanged and gutted. This is the breaking point. Jackie, the friend who only wanted to belong to something, is now dead. Shen is captured by Liu Shen Tong, an enforcer of the triad. Brutally tortured, he experiences hallucinations. He sees his mother, childhood friends, Winston, Jackie... Everyone asking: "Was it worth it?". He escapes, but he leaves forever changed. The Final Confrontation The final revelation: Pendrew betrayed him, selling his identity to Big Smile Lee. Now, he is alone. The climax takes place in a Hong Kong skyscraper. Amid the rain, Shen fights off henchmen, using every strike with brutal precision. He finally faces Lee. The fight is bloody, both exhausted. In the end, Shen defeats him and throws him from the top of the building. Lee falls amid the neon lights. But the victory tastes bitter.

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  • otsutsuki Epilogue - "The Sleeping Dogs" Jiang assumes leadership of Sun On Yee and, in an act of gratitude, ensures that no one harms Shen. But that doesn’t mean peace. Pendrew is exposed – a video of him killing Po leaks, destroying his career and guaranteeing his imprisonment. But Shen feels no satisfaction. He looks at the city, lit up as always, but now it feels empty. He returns to the police force. But he no longer knows who he is. Hong Kong continues to pulse. And Wei Shen, now a man without an identity, knows that his work will never truly be finished. The film ends in the rain, with Wei lighting a cigarette to the sound of Stop Crying Your Heart Out by Oasis.

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  • misterwolf 9/10!

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  • jirihracek Very impressive.

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