Throw Down
柔道龍虎榜
“ In the world of Judo, failure is not an option. ”
CINEMA2004-07-08
RegionHK / CN
Runtime96 MIN
Media TypeMovie
Nexus Editorial Perspective Nexus Original
“A rare Milkyway sports drama using judo as a metaphor for failure, redemption and choices.”
“A deeply personal, uplifting arthouse tribute to Akira Kurosawa exploring failure, blindness, and the stubborn will to stand back up.”
“A rare Milkyway sports drama using judo as a metaphor for failure, redemption and choices.”
Storyline
A former Judo champion is given the chance to redeem himself after he befriends a competitor and an aspiring singer.
DIRECTOR / DirectorTOPIC
Johnnie To
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