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    Bleeding Steel

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    "Past lives collide. Future hangs in the balance."

    2017 1h 49m Mandarin, English, Italian
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    Overview

    In a near-future setting, Lin Dong, a special forces agent played by Jackie Chan, is tasked with protecting a young woman named Nancy, portrayed by Ouyang Nana. Nancy is central to a revolutionary scientific experiment concerning longevity, and a dangerous criminal organization, led by the ruthless Andre (Callan Mulvey), relentlessly pursues her to exploit this research. Lin Dong's mission becomes increasingly personal and complex as he discovers a profound connection between himself and Nancy that transcends their current reality, hinting at a shared past.

    The narrative weaves together elements of science fiction, action, and thriller, exploring themes of destiny, identity, and enduring bonds. Lin Dong, grappling with his duty and fragmented memories, finds himself in a race against time. He is aided by Leeson (Show Lo), a resourceful hacker, and Susan (Erica Xia-Hou), who appears to have her own agenda related to the project. The pursuit involves advanced technology, including cybernetic enhancements and powerful weaponry, underscoring the film's cyberpunk aesthetic. The story gradually reveals Nancy's crucial role in understanding Lin Dong's own past, pushing him to confront external threats and the mysteries of his identity.

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    In the near future, special forces agent Lin Dong is assigned to protect Nancy, a young woman who is the key to a groundbreaking longevity experiment. A dangerous criminal organization, led by the formidable Andre, is determined to capture Nancy and seize control of the research. Lin Dong's mission takes a personal turn when he realizes a deep, almost inexplicable connection to Nancy, suggesting a link that goes beyond their present circumstances.

    Assisted by the tech-savvy hacker Leeson and the enigmatic Susan, Lin Dong navigates a world of advanced cybernetics and high-tech weaponry. They are constantly on the run, facing off against Andre's highly augmented soldiers and operatives. The film's visual style emphasizes a futuristic urban environment, filled with neon lights and advanced technology, characteristic of the cyberpunk genre. As the chase intensifies, Lin Dong begins to uncover fragments of his own past, which seem to be intrinsically tied to Nancy and the longevity project.

    The plot delves into the ethical implications of bio-engineering and the relentless pursuit of immortality. Lin Dong's fragmented memories start to coalesce, revealing a past he never knew he had and a reason why Nancy is so important to him. The narrative builds towards a confrontation where the true nature of the experiment and the motivations of all parties involved come to light. Lin Dong must not only protect Nancy from those who seek to exploit her but also confront the personal revelations that emerge about his own identity and his connection to the girl he is sworn to protect.

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    Critical Consensus

    Bleeding Steel combines futuristic technology and action with Jackie Chan's signature style, but its ambitious sci-fi plot is often undermined by a convoluted narrative and uneven execution, leading to a mixed reception.

    Top Cast

    Jackie Chan

    Jackie Chan

    Lin Dong

    Show Lo

    Show Lo

    Leeson

    Ouyang Nana

    Ouyang Nana

    Nancy / Chi Chi

    Erica Xia-Hou

    Erica Xia-Hou

    Susan

    Callan Mulvey

    Callan Mulvey

    Andre

    Tess Haubrich

    Tess Haubrich

    The Woman in Black

    Damien Garvey

    Damien Garvey

    Rick Rogers

    Bowie Lam Bo-Yee

    Bowie Lam Bo-Yee

    Dr. Wu

    Kaitlyn Boyé

    Kaitlyn Boyé

    Junkie Girl

    Aaron Scully

    Aaron Scully

    Security Guard at Opera House

    Scarlett Koehne

    Scarlett Koehne

    Uni Girl

    Olga Miller

    Olga Miller

    Female Magician's Assistant

    Crew

    Director

    Leo Zhang

    Writers

    Leo Zhang, Cui Siwei, Erica Xia-Hou

    Cinematographer

    Tony Cheung Tung-Leung

    Keywords

    special forcescriminal gangmysterious girlsecret laboratoryfather daughter relationshipgenetic experimentnear futureexplosive actioncybernetic enhancementsurban chaseprotective agentelite operativesruthless mercenariesbio‑engineering

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    Status
    Released
    Original Language
    Mandarin
    Budget
    $65,000,000
    Director
    Leo Zhang
    Production Companies
    Heyi Pictures, Sparkle Roll Media, Perfect Village Entertainment, Grindstone Entertainment Group, Lionsgate Premiere, Mango Entertainment
    Filming Location
    Australia (Sydney)

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