New Police Story [Blu-ray]

Usually Jackie Chan's movies have a substantial amount of humor in them, usually intermixed with the action sequences. To me that has always been a draw, as the dangerous stunt seem choreographed and flawless, the outtakes show a much more painful reality. But the finished work is usually awe inspiring. With this new addition to the Police Story saga, Jackie goes for broke. It's a melange of eastern Hong Kong movie styles and Western Styles. Jackie's inspector ends up falling victim to his own ego and must face of with a band of criminals who aren't in it for the money. They see it as a game, and even make it into a video game. the Inspector starts off rather gung ho, and ends up struggling just to survive and to keep his head above water. With a mysterious partner, he ends up finishing the job, but at a high cost. The action sequences are top notch and vertigo-inducint at times. But, with this film, the plot actually matters, this isn't just a mindless action flick (not that there is anything wrong with that). Jackie Chan seems to want to show off his acting chops in this one, and does a really great job. The action sequences never seem forced, and fits well within the over-the-top villians who are in it for the chaos. There are undertones of the "like father, like son" issue going on (on both sides of the coin) to show the influence parents have in the lives of their children. And all it takes is either one act of kindness or an act of viciousness to turn a child's life either around, or send it down the tubes. I really did like this movie. It seemed to have a lot of Western sensibilities mixed in with Hong Kong filmmaking techniques and I think that makes this movie more universal (even if it is dubbed). If you are a fan of cop dramas, action movies, martial arts, or Jackie Chan then this is a definite must have.

One of the better movies for police story series.

When this movie came out, Jackie Chan was nearly 50 years old. And yet, as you watch the film, you'd think you were watching a much younger man. The bad guys are a little cheesy, but this movie is full of great fight scenes and stunts, and there is also some very well done drama. I wish Maggie Cheung had reprised her role, but the new actress performs admirably.

This dvd is awesome! I love this movie. It works perfectly. There isn't really anything I dislike about the dvd. It does exactly what it is supposed to do. I would recommend this product to anyone

I've long been a fan of Jackie's films. He breathed new life into the genre like no other with his humorous style of combat; and it's inspiring to still see him move like he does at his age. The action in The New Police Story were just as fun as most of his lighter films; and the stunts were typically incredible, just as you expect from a Hong Kong production that isn't stiffled by Hollywood politics and/or insurance. And despite the more dramatic seriousness of Police Story, with a little Drunken Master mixed in, I found myself laughing much more than I expected. Aside from a few sequences that demand a little further explanation, The New Police Story was about as much fun as my favorite Chan films. The only real disappointment of the Blu-ray was that Lionsgate didn't include a lossless track for the original language. A lossless audio option is provided for the dub track; but only lossy audio is included in the original Chinese. That said, since I had a guest that doesn't like reading her movies, I opted for the dubbed track when we watched it and was surprised at the fidelity. The translation was word-for-word the same as the subtitles in the approx 5 minute portion of the film I compared the two. And the harmonics sounded very natural and dynamic. That Jackie did (most) of the voice dub for his character himself, further helped to make sitting through the dubbed track, not only bearable, but enjoyable.

Classic action movie directed by Benny Chan .

Jacky Chan does it again. This time the role he is playing a more serious role. He still does what he is good in and he blends well with all other young stars. The story line quite good and the action is great as compared with his age.

Not a good movie it's not funny and the action is lame so there is nothing to it.... plot if lame action is boring, there is one good fight in this film and that's it the rest are more "real" looking so very boring acting is cheezy as hell watc the original police story, what a kick ass movie ! but this one was just bad

Ich kann die Bewertungen von diesem Film nicht nachvollziehen. Huch, ein ernster Film von Jackie Chan - geht ja mal gar nicht. Im Film gibt es viel Gewalt - Hilfe. Der Film ist schlecht, weil es keine Komödie ist - sagt mal, geht's noch?! Da kann man sich nur an den Kopf fassen. Mir hat der Film gut gefallen. Zum Anfang des Filmes ist seine Rolle wie wir ihn kennen und lieben: charmant, freundlich und witzig. Doch dann schlägt das Schicksal zu und das gnadenlos. Er vegetiert vor sich hin und wird zum Alkoholiker. Aufstehen,weitermachen, kämpfen - das kann er in diesem Film, auch wenn es etwas dauert. Ich mag den Film und schaue ihn mir auch oft an.

el producto llego en perfecto estado, una muy buena pelicula.

I really enjoyed watching this film. I have watched all the classic Police Story series from way back and this one does not disappoint. Jackie Chan portrays a realistic character that you can relate to, and is actually very good at portraying raw emotional feelings which you would probably not expect he would. Nicholas Tse is very convincing as his side kick and does a good job with all the action scenes.

When this person thinks I do pay for this items

Super Film mit guter Besetzung . Bild und Ton sehr gut und hab mich sehr gefreut . Um was es im Film geht muss man ja nix schreiben , holen und anschauen ..fg