The Flying Bullet is a 2017 Chinese action thriller film directed by Dong Zhe and stars Liu Ye, Louis Koo, and Yao Chen in lead roles. The film was a hit at the box office upon release and received mixed reviews from critics. The story revolves around a skilled assassin named Su Dongpei (Liu Ye), who is hired by the police to take down the notorious criminal gang leader, Nie Wanfeng (Louis Koo). Su is given the task of taking Nie out as he attempts to escape from the country after stealing a large amount of gold from the central bank.
Nie has a powerful and well-connected network of criminals who will stop at nothing to protect him. As Su begins his mission, he becomes a target of the gang and is hunted by both the police and the criminals. Along the way Su meets a police officer (Yao Chen), who helps him and falls in love with him.
The film features some spectacular action sequences and gunfights. Liu Ye impresses with his portrayal of Su, who is portrayed as a cold and emotionless killer who takes pride in his craft. Louis Koo, too, does a great job portraying the ruthless and cunning Nie Wanfeng, who has built an empire on crime and is determined to protect it at all costs.
The film also touches on themes of loyalty, love, and betrayal. Su struggles to keep his emotions in check as he begins to feel a connection to the police officer helping him, but he knows that his loyalty lies with his job. As the story unfolds, the audience is left on the edge of their seats as they wonder if Su will complete his mission and if he will survive the dangerous obstacles in his way.
Overall, The Flying Bullet is an entertaining action thriller that will appeal to fans of the genre. While it may not bring anything particularly new or unique to the table, it is a solid movie with engaging characters and exciting action sequences. The performances by Liu Ye and Louis Koo are particularly impressive and elevate the film.
