Back up a bit
Parking?
It's alright. We're police
Are all the cars' owners in the karaoke?
Yes. The white car belongs to an executive
And this one?
This belongs to the actor in...
A big movie star anyway. What happened?
Nothing. Just asking
Your wife's picking you up again?
Not this time. Had a fight
Pretty big one too
We're waiting to see who blinks first
Mr. Wu, I'd like a picture
No problem
1,2,3
Enough.Enough.Thanks
Sorry about that
We'll be here forever if you take pictures with all of them
Please buy some flowers
They're out
Let me. Give him the flowers
Now go home and do your homework
For your wife? I knew you'd blink first
- Why give them to me? -You paid! For your girlfriend
My girlfriend?
30 RMB for two hours, sir
Let me get it
Excuse me, sir, can I ask you something?
- Is this car yours? -Yes
We're from the City Police Bureau's Criminal Division
This car was in a hit-and-run.
I hope you'll cooperate
Can you show us your driving license?
That's impossible!
I hardly drive. I'm not used to driving on the right
Did you drink?
No!
Is a Hong Kong driving license even legal here?
Of course. I completed all the paperwork
- Can you show me your police ID? -Yes
We've been tracking your car for several days
Days? That makes no sense
Isn't this under the jurisdiction of the traffic police?
Which section of the Police Bureau are you from again?
If you have questions,
ask them at the station
It's clear, right?
But right now I need your cooperation, okay?
I don't understand your procedures.
Let me call 110
You mean you're not willing to cooperate?
You think you deserve special treatment? Cuff him!
- What did you say? -Say what?
What are you doing? Freeze
How can the police...
You're obstructing police business. Shut your mouth!
One more word and I'll arrest you. Understand?
How can the police...?
Take him away!
Don't move!
We're bringing him in. We can verify there
You're not police
You're kidnapping me
Would you believe me if I denied it?
That's pretty much what happened
Even if it went down differently,
my version is now the official one
So you were impersonating a police officer?
Why not? Mr. Wu impersonated a cop too...
What movie was it?
It's not the same. Where are you keeping Mr. Wu?
No idea
- You think this is funny? -Not especially
Then stop talking nonsense!
Zhang, you're not as smart as you think
- If you're so smart, find him yourself -Cocky much?
Me? You are! Hurry up and beat me!
You think you're special. But we caught you, didn't we?
You deserve a beating for what you did!
Stop jabbering and beat me then!
Zhang, we know you're not some petty thief
You're smart. Smart people do what's best for themselves
First, tell me how you found me
Chief, he keeps looking at the clock
We're running out of time.
But Mr. Wu should still be alive
He's still alive, right?
- Yep -Alive or dead makes all the difference
There's your opportunity. Think it through
In these cases,
his partners will be waiting for him to Contact them
He never received any calls on his phone
He only made calls. We switched it off
They must have agreed on a deadline
Since we're all here, let's get down to business
You're accomplices will wait until when?
-9 -AM or PM?
PM
There's 90 minutes left. What happens then?
We follow the rules
What rules? Talk!
Execution
That's not a rule!
I have my own rulebook
I do how I please
I decide who lives and dies
Who do you think you are?
So you're going to keep fighting us?
For now you can only...
I have to consider
whether I still have any hope
Your only hope is to make amends for your crimes
Everything Zhang had with him is here
They were on him or in his car
Can I name one condition?
Go ahead
If I help save Mr. Wu,
then you'll let me go
You're not taking your situation seriously
I am. But this is what's on my mind
We live together or die together
I thought you were smarter
I am. I was as good as dead when I was caught
I'm gonna die, right? I'm a dead man for sure
The weapons alone add up to several death sentences
There were three firearms in his car's trunk
Two guns and a grenade on his person
We found another gun at his girlfriend's place
Kidnapping is too easy. He should secure the Diaoyu Islands!
Over 200 bullets of different Calibers
Check them out!
5 bullets in the clip
1 bullet in the gun
No bullets in the revolver
9 bullets in the clip and 1 in the gun
29 bullets in the AK clip and 1 in the gun
Frankly, you're one capable guy
Where did you learn this stuff?
If I said from Hollywood movies, would you believe me?
Why not from the Black Cat Detective animation?
'I'm joking! -Enough!
The time you're wasting is your own. You get that?
The sooner the hostage is released, the better for you. Understand?
Zhang, we can't avoid the subject of Mr. Wu tonight
Let's get back to him
Did he fight back in the car after you kidnapped him?
You're a useless driver!
Am I your kidnapping target?
Mr. Wu, just blame it on bad luck
How could we not kidnap a movie star right in front of us?
How long was the drive?
It was about...
Stop trying to trick me
I told you my conditions. Give it some thought
Let's change the subject
Your guns? Quite a collection!
Where did you get them? Fill me in
He says he doesn't know your buddy
But they know money.
I'm paying for the next batch too
What's wrong?
- They don't want to sell to you -Why?
They say you look like a cop
Do I?
You are shit
Stop provoking. Carry on!
What are they saying?
That we're both cops
Explain that we're not cops
How do you say "friend" in Russian?
He won't buy this many firearms just for a kidnapping
Why did you secure so many weapons?
Can't I keep some secrets?
Thought I'd make history.
Too bad I missed my chance
Your role in history will only be that of a rotting corpse! Understand?
Can you guess how we found you?
I was careless. The women...
Five women including the one today.
Can you handle so many?
So you know everything!
The dumplings they ordered.
Eat them while they're hot
Thanks
Dig in. We have more
A movie star is too high profile a target
So you regret it?
Even millionaires have cash flow problems
We'd have abducted another ordinary guy if we'd known
Another ordinary guy? What do you mean?
He has other operations going on
I told you. I kidnapped only one person. That's Mr. Wu
Let's cut the chase
I'm telling nothing but the truth
The truth?
We can't talk if you're not going to be straight
Zhang, you've already lost
There's no point in continuing to fight with us
You still have some bargaining chips, don't you?
Don't look down. Look at me
What are your bargaining chips?
- A person -Better be still breathing
If something happens to the captive, what are you left with?
Your words won't help you. Understand?
- Yes -You have to see your situation clearly
If your conditions are reasonable,
I'll help you
You're a good talker. That's good
I get you
One question. Is there a second hostage?
Yes
Stop the car
This car was in a hit-and-run.
Please cooperate!
When was he kidnapped?
Yesterday
- Was the crime reported? -No
We lucked out. We thought he was rich
What's his name?
Didn't ask
What did you say?
The car belongs to...
- Who? -A loaner
- Loaner? -I borrowed it to drive home
Borrowed? Who do you think you're kidding?
The owner is my sex partner. She's dating a rich guy
She's dating a rich guy, but banging you? Is that right?
Why don't you call her?
I don't have her phone number
She's your sex partner but you don't know her number?
You threw my phone into the car. I don't remember the number
Is he still alive?
They're together
Get him some dumplings
"AWAKEN YOUR CONSCIENCE; ENRICH YOUR SOUL"
Guo, some dumplings!
Zhang, you have time and you don't
Tell me where the hostage is when you're done eating
No more blathering or you go straight to jail
Eat them while they're hot. Use your hands
Zhang, we have to resolve this today
Which of us is going to make that happen?
Eat them. They're getting cold
Deputy, your wife keeps calling; she says that your son...
Okay. I've got it
He's about to crack
He will resist to the very end
Zoom in
What is he mumbling. Turn up the volume
How did you find me?
Sit up. We're there
Get off. You should know when to be quiet
Any progress with the other guy?
Lots of tears but no dice.
How's your luck?
Look at him. Recognize him?
The movie guy? I know him only too well
How come you kidnapped him?
We just targeted that car, and he stepped out. Who better than him?
Mind your steps
- Was it easy? -A piece of cake
This one won't disappoint
That's for sure. Big game this time
A movie guy. Loaded for sure
Enough. Be sensitive to other's feelings
It's pretty simple. We value money more than life
A big star like you should walk around with a bodyguard
I do sometimes
Do you think your friend called the cops?
I made the call to check they were real cops?
- Are you Mr. Cheng? -Yes, I am
This is Deputy Cao
Hello, Deputy
Tell us what happened
I was scared so I kept as far back as possible
I saw everything
I need the money within 24 hours
In case I don't get it,
let me show you the consequences
Come on. Let me introduce you to a big star
Recognize him?
Yes
I kidnapped him just yesterday
What's your name?
My family name's Dou
Dough!
Are you as half-baked as your name?
I don't have patience with dishonest guys
Did I get my money? Did I?
- I asked you again if I got the money! -No
No? Right. Now I've got to do what I've got to
What time is it now?
Have 24 hours passed?
You tell me what else I should do
I really don't have any money!
What are you doing?
Let me show you. Step back
Stop! You can't do that
Wait? I can't do what?
You're not used to situations like this, right?
Take him out of here and suffocate him
Stop! Please listen to me!
Stop? What do you mean stop?
You said you value money over life, didn't you?
I did
I'll pay his ransom
Pretty generous
Real generous. What are we supposed to do now?
Stop. Please. Can't you stop?
This is the punishment for not paying up within 24 hours
You can't do that
Stop!
He said stop!
You're so worked up. So worked up
What's your connection to him?
No connection
But now we have a connection
I have my conditions. You take my money
He leaves with me
Thank you
It's okay
Go take a look
Right. It's the car in the middle
It turns north under Changhong Bridge
- Show me the next intersection -We can't
- How come? Why not? -The cameras
were being repaired
- Are you sure? -Positive
It's Zhang, right
Cao
- Chief Li -It's Zhang
That's right
I knew it.
I'll bring Xing Feng and the others here
Why did you go to the club?
I'm investing in a movie
He's the lead. We'd signed the contract
and wanted to celebrate
Anything out of the ordinary about him today?
He had a fight with his wife
A fight?
Does he have any relatives in Beijing?
No. I know for sure he doesn't
I'm uncomfortable. Can you cuff my hands in front of me?
Him too
Mr. Wu, are you married?
No
Is it true that Hong Kong stars
don't want to get married early?
Fans won't accept it?
Just can”: settle on one chick
There's a lot of big shots on your phone
Big movie stars
She's my dream woman
An autograph from her would rock
Tell me. How much money do you want?
How much do you have?
There's 100,000 on that card. You can overdraw some more
And?
There's another card at my home with 3 million on it
RMB?
Yes
Are you kidding me?
Ask him. How much I wanted for your life?
5 million
You're cheaper than him?
I know you expect a lot but you must be realistic
Do you think I'd lie in a situation like this?
When did you become famous? It was a long time ago
I've been watching your films for years
Only 3 million? You think I can believe that?
It's payment for my next movie.
My savings are in Hong Kong
Have your family wire cash from Hong Kong, can't you?
I'm not saying no. Just thinking what's best for you
It's not easy to wire money from Hong Kong
It will take a lot of time
Withdrawing cash is more practical
He rented a fancy apartment. I went there once
Take me there
Can you fire a gun?
Never tried a real one. The guns in movies are fake
Let me introduce to you...
a replica of a Soviet pistol from WW2
You showed us your face for two possible reasons
Either you never expected us to leave here alive,
or you're a man with incredible confidence
I hope it's the second one
I also hope you get the money soon so we can leave safely
Can you promise the 3 million won't cause me any problems?
Can you promise to set us free once you get the money?
If I let you go
You won't tell the cops?
You have my word
You're fine letting go of so much money?
I accept it. I can make the money again
But I only have one life
Where do you live?
- This looks like the place -Are you sure?
It's hard to tell
He drove me here after I paid him.
But it was daytime
At night, it's hard to recognize it
One King
Mr. Wu, I'm your fan. I really love your movies
I looked you up online. You got married?
- What's that? -Coke
I can't drink it
It'll kill me. I have acute diabetes
Can I drink from the tap?
No tap water. Only water from the well
For me too
Go get water from the well
Don't peek at my cards
Water from the well
Just go and get some
Would you please wash the cup first?
Who'd drink water from the well on a cold day like this?
How are you? Are you okay?
I'm used to it
How long have you had diabetes?
He lied. I wouldn't drink just any water either. Right, Mr. Wu?
My mother is a big fan too.
She loves your films
Who doesn't!
Here. Iced water from the well for you both
I hope you don't get diarrhea
We've been driving in circles. Sorry about that
I'm sure his apartment is in this neighborhood
The one on the left. That seems right
- This one? -Somehow it looks different now
I have many friends in the media.
Should we release something?
Right now, it's not a good time to alert the public
You risk putting the hostages in greater danger
Cao, it's Xing Feng
I checked Mr. Wu's car GPS records.
His place isn't far from you
Current Balance: 3 million RMB
Press #1 to continue your enquiry
- Could you win one single game? -Whatever,
I won't cheat
Got it
Boss wants us to tie them up with more chains
- With all the chains? -Right
An outgoing call was made 10 minutes ago
What number?
The bank's customer service line
Can we get a surveillance video?
- Can you make out the license plate? -It's obstructed
Chief
What's the update?
We came up empty at the victim's home
The suspect's car is our main clue.
We're searching for it
It's the same pattern.
We can investigate with the Kong Bros' case
Your old rivals?
We had two run-ins
Sit down please. Go ahead
The suspect Zhang was released one year ago
His accomplices are other inmates
This gang committed two crimes back-to-back
You're Second Brother Kong right? We're cops
We need your cooperation for our investigation. Okay?
Can't you just cooperate?
Okay. It's your call
Big Brother Kong, I understand your concerns
But we can't rush this. We have to take it slowly
Can you guarantee my brother's release?
That he'll return alive?
We have to work together
How? You're not giving me much confidence
Don't you see? They just want money.
But money is nothing to me
He wants one million right? Then I'll give him two
You guys should back off now
Zhang had the victim's brother
put the ransom in a canvas bag
But during the exchange, the brother wasn't cooperating with us
The guy's driving fast
I think they've spotted us; they're trying to get away
Have the others left your car?
Where are you?
On the bridge,
stop when you see a bicycle parked on your right
Drop the money from there
Chao, get out there and slow him down
Kong. Don't!
Who said you could follow me? Are you crazy?
Don't act rashly
To protect the hostage, we couldn't shoot at him
Road blocks didn't stop him either
The escape route seems carefully planned
Kong. I got the money. Thanks
But I've something to tell you
Your younger brother was too arrogant
After kidnapping him, I didn't want to keep him alive
How about this. For another million,
I'll tell you where he's buried
Yu, someone's looking for you in the office
I'll tell you where he's buried
This is Zhang
Hello, Mr. Wu
Dou, let me tell you something
- I couldn't find your bank card! -Impossible!
Tell me where it is!
Where is it? Not in your room!
Think harder. Under your bed?
Or did you leave it at your girlfriend's place?
- No! -Anyway, I couldn't find it!
Impossible!
You'd better remember!
It's where I said
Are you sure? Is there any other money?
No!
You're a good actor
It's a shame you didn't become an actor yourself
Were you a soldier?
Yes
I was a soldier in South China before I moved to Hong Kong
But you said you never fired a gun
I was trying to protect myself
Protect yourself?
How am I supposed to trust you?
Is the money on the card the amount I said?
I haven't checked yet
Let's make a video
- Come on. Say something -Say what?
Say you're fine. That you're eating and drinking
I'll keep the chains out of the shot. Action!
It's me
Why is it flashing?
Flashing?
Isn't it recording?
- It is. I'm filming it -You can rewind it
to check
No. That's fast forward
No. Let me take a look. I know how to do it
This one...
- What is it? -What did you do?
What do you mean?
You think you can stop me.
I'll just record you with my phone!
What's that for? Didn't you promise
to free us once you're paid?!
What are you filming for? What's your plan?
- What are you going to do with the video? -Shut up!
What are you doing? You have more people and more guns
But I'm not afraid of you. You think you're tough?
Put the gun down if you really are
- Shut up! -We're all men here.
We're supposed to honor our words
I'm not judging you on your line of work
But integrity means something to you too, doesn't it?
Otherwise, would your men respect you? Would they?
I promised to pay
But I can't respect you when you play dirty
What should I call you?
Call me Zhang
Zhang. The bank's opening soon. Who's going to get the money?
Pick a reliable friend
and have him pick it up
I can't do that to a friend
You can rest assured that I'm a man that plays by the rules
Zhang plays by no rules. There's nothing he won't do
Kong, we're the police
Stay where you are. We're the police
There's a case that may involve you
They're not cops! Call the police!
Quickly, call the cops!
Can't you cooperate?
Licence plate #507
By chance I was working with Cao nearby
so we went together
We didn't catch up with them until we'd almost left the city
Police! Freeze!
Freeze!
Cao, what's your status?
We're giving chase. On the outskirts of the city
- Faster! -Shut up!
Watch out for the grenade!
After Zhang escaped, the gang broke up.
They went into hiding
We were able to track down some of them
It was...who asked me to get Kong?
Who?
My brother
Police! Freeze!
Settle down!
Come with me
It was Dong who asked me to get Kong
- Where's Zhang? -I don't know
- You'd better start cooperating -I really don't know. I only know Dong
Dong used to be a key figure in the gang
We've been looking for him since he split from Zhang
Wu?
I know it's late, but I need to ask a favor
Alright. Just say it
I've been kidnapped
Where are you?
Far away
How far away? In the city, in the suburbs, or where?
Tell me!
Don't ask...
My kidnapper will call you
Please withdraw my money and give it to him
Make sure I'm still alive before you give him the money
And don't...
Call the police
And don't what? Call the police?
What did you mean?
It means what it means.
Just relax, okay?
He called. Can you come over right now?
Mr. Wu called you because he trusts you.
Don't betray that trust
Okay?
I'll call the bank when it opens.
Otherwise, you can”: withdraw so much money
The car Zhang's driving was reported stolen
I checked the surveillance.
It points to B0
I just sent Shengli to the bank.
Now we know the place pretty well
Let's work out a plan
Just hours ago I was negotiating with a big investor
He agreed to pay me 10 million
to shoot a film during New Year
And now someone asked a fraction of that
for my life!
All for the sake of money!
Rich or poor, we're chained together here
This is the first time
I've shared a blanket with a man
Not for me
My brother and I shared a bed when we were little
I knew my life was finished when I ended up here
Everything will be okay. Just pretend I'm your brother
Nevermind. Let's share it
Zhang, it's too cold!
That's all. Now that you're here, we're taking off
Mr. Su,
if you're concerned about your own safety
we can take your place when meeting the kidnappers
Wu and I go way back. We were in the army together
He came to me at a time like this. It means he trusts me
They'll Contact you again.
We'll be here, waiting with you
Can't you tough it out?
Maybe you'll be out of here by tomorrow
Grab some sleep
Do you go home for the New Year?
Go home? I don't think I can go home
In our line of work, we can't go home when we want to
Now that you mention home
I really miss my mother
Don't you have a code in your line of work?
Yes, money rules
Kidnapping is for money. You don't have to kill people
In the old days, the legendary bandits...
In the old days! That's too long ago
Don't mention ancient history
Then we'll talk about the present
There's someone in Hong Kong
just like you...
I know who you're talking about.
To me he's nothing
At least he follows his rules
Are you afraid I'll change my mind when I get my hands on the money?
I have no choice but to place my trust in you
Actually, you’ve earned my respect, Mr. Wu
I mean it. The people I kidnap are usually weak
Some had no humanity left at the end. But you...
Maybe it's because I was in the army
Our son leaves hospital today. You promised to stay with him
Did you sleep well?
- Okay -Let's return to work
After leaving Wu's place, Zhang drove northeast out of the city
Kung Hey Fat Choy! How old were you then?
Maybe 39
You never age
Thanks
Everyone's lot in life is different
Some are born high, some are born low
One shouldn't complain,
sometimes we make our own problems
I don't mean you. I've my own issues. I'm getting selfish and...
Can you tell me what my problems are?
You don't have any problems
- Right -You really think so?
Of course. I was in jail for nine years
It felt like forever. But I eventually got out
After nine years, can't you find something real to do?
Something real? You tell me what something real is?
- Like finding yourself a job -Working for somebody?
- Why not? -9 to 5? Or maybe become an actor?
First, I have no money
Second, I have no big shot to back me up
Third, I have no connections. You tell me what I should do
Okay, okay. So kidnapping it is then
Kidnapping is better isn't it?
Kidnapping is better
Kidnapping isn't the goal
What is the goal then?
- Are we getting out? -Not your business!
Stay still!
Take it's easy. It's daytime. Just covering your eyes
Everything's okay. Please work with us, Mr. Wu
Mr. Su, please put this on.
This is the largest vest we have
I know the risks. Death doesn't scare me
Besides, do you really think it will fit?
It's still a bit too small
- Good morning -It's Mr. Wu
What can I do for you?
I need money for an emergency
They're on the move
Can you help me make the withdrawal?
- How much? -3 million
Hello, Mr. Wu
Mr. Lu, do me a favor
The maximum you can withdraw today is 1 million
-1 million? -They drove northeast.
They should be in Shunyi by now
We can file a special request for the rest.
You'll get it tomorrow
Alright
Okay. That's all then
Are you coming in person?
No, a friend will
I need to take a leak
Hold it. We'll be home soon
I can't wait. I can't hold it anymore
Just hold it
I can't. And my pants will get wet and freeze up
Pull over
Our big star can't hold it anymore
Thanks
What are you doing?
What's this?
A pillar
Please turn around. I can't do it with you watching
How do you know we're watching?
I can feel it
Zhang, how are you going to spend the money?
Guns
Guns? You already have guns, don't you?
Not enough
Okay. I'm finished
Don't make this any harder
If you try anything,
I'll kill the driver too
Su, wait for me at the bank
OkaY
You know which branch?
Yes. Oh, is Mr. Wu with you?
You can talk to him
Su?
I'm fine
Did you hear that?
I'd like to talk to him
Cut the nonsense, okay?
Nonsense? I'm cooperating.
But I need to know he's safe
So the cops are next to you? That's why you sound tough
What cops? Stop wasting my time
Su, 10am. See you at the bank
He was still playing with toys when I was on the battlefield
What's the color of the car?
Silver grey. They didn't look like good guys to me
Mr. Wu, do you really want to know why I need more guns?
Tell me if you want to
I met somebody in jail
He was security for a bank vault.
He and I really hit it off
He enlightened me on a way to get rich quick
All I need is three minutes before the cops arrive
Kidnapping is nothing. It's just for amateurs
But you two have to keep my secret for me
Zhang, I have a small request!
I'd like an apple. "Apple" rhymes with "safe" in Chinese
This area is covered in apple trees,
but there's no time
If you don't hear from me by 9pm,
then I'm in trouble
Is it the tractor whose driver filed the report?
It is. It's verified
I'll send somebody to the suburbs
Okay, I'll send Chao to check it out
We're setting up roadblocks now. We'll let him through
The suspect said 10am.
The hostage might not be with him
We'll arrest him as soon as he appears
Snipers, if he goes for his gun,
incapacitate him
We want him alive
Roger
52 RMB
Keep the change
Thanks. Here's your receipt
I want to know how this plays out for him
Get to the lobby of Shangdong Mall in 15 minutes
Brother Wu, why did he tell us about the vault?
Don't you think we know too much?
It's just some madcap idea
A fantasy that stands no chance
You mean he's bragging?
Mr. Wu, look here!
Somebody online claims you were arrested
What did they write?
That your acting career is coming to an end
Someone says it's for visiting hookers!
Another one writes you're involved with gangsters!
Honestly, it'd be nice if I really had been arrested
I'm here. Where are you?
Go to the pine tree in the middle of the atrium
I left something there for you
Don't be afraid. It's just an envelope
Zhang may not be here
Our target isn't there. He's on the Fourth Ring Road
- There's nothing here -I'm mistaken
It's under the trash can
What are you thinking about?
MR. SU
Bring up the south gate's surveillance footage
From 10am
Zoom in
Drive in the direction the suspect came from
See if you can find any recently rented houses
Located the taxi.
There's no surveillance camera where he got off
He was seen uncovering
his license plate
So he's going into the city
A dozen houses are for rent
Including the small courtyard of an orchard
Don't give away any clue to why we're asking
I'm exhausted
Just because you wanted an apple, I had to run a whole kilometer
Couldn't you drive?
Zhang said not to drive during the day
They're clean. No need to wash them
Go ahead. Zhang asked us to get them for you
Don't worry. When you leave, we'll give you a good send off
One million
No word for a long time.
Is Mr. Wu in danger?
Don't worry, Mr. Su. They probably want delivery at night
- Got the money? -Yes
What denomination?
100 RMB notes. There's no 500 RMB notes
I'll call you back this evening
He's on the Third Ring Road. He's pretty close
Scouting during the day, taking action at night. The same trick again
Put more people on the streets to find his car
Get up! We're the police. Sit up!
What's your name?
Stop!
Behave yourself!
Squat
All I did was get two cars for Dong.
I don't know anything
Doesn't Dong have a mobile phone?
Sometimes yes, sometime no
Don't play tricks. Why'd you ask about tickets the past two days?
Dong showed up
Looks like he's trying to run
Get some help! Let's go!
Stop pushing!
Dong!
Stop! Police!
Freeze!
Where is Zhang?
I don't know. I really don't
Behave yourself!
But I got to tell you
he has a grenade on him all the time
He's ready to die with you guys
Shoot to kill if you see him
Shut up!
Dong wants Zhang dead,
so there's no witnesses left
Zhang told him
he rented a farmhouse in the suburbs
Next to an orchard
Orchard? What kind of orchard?
He doesn't know
Get more people. We need more manpower
The main team looks for his car in the city; the rest locate the courtyard
There's no word for a long time. Why not give him a call?
He changes his SIM card with every call.
Nobody knows his number
You seem to know a lot
Of course, he's played a cop so many times
Have you seen my movies?
I have
What do you think of my acting?
I'd say it's just okay
You should take kidnapping roles more often
That'd be great. I could use you as a model
Do you think I can become a star someday?
Maybe
Search within a 3km radius of the target's last known position
No progress yet. No sighting of the target
I'm still looking. Nothing yet
No sightings around his mother's home
- No sightings from Team #6 -Team #9 has nothing to report
Team #3 is still searching. No sightings
Where's he?
He's inside our target area.
We'll find him
I've checked a dozen courtyards.
Do I need to cruise the streets?
Stick with the courtyards.
Enough people are on the streets
OkaY
Have you eaten yet?
Not yet
Got it! Coming!
Control, we've found the suspect's car
Is anybody inside?
No. We found it by chance
we can”: pinpoint the building
Okay. Continue the search. Our men will be there soon
Yes or no?
Wait. Let me think
Yes or no?
Cang, will you still gamble when you get your share?
I can't help myself
Which one should I keep?
I don't play. I don't know the odds
Go with your gut
This one
Two kings!
A bomb! A flush and two tens
What the hell?
What? A bomb? How am I supposed to know what a bomb is?
You don't know what a bomb is?
Didn't you act in "God of Gamblers"? You've ruined me
Does that even make sense?
I also play oops. I should have arrested you
Shuffle them!
Chao, where are you?
Okay. Hurry up!
The shot you took at Dong today was right on target
I thought you'd forgotten. You owe me a dinner
Thank you
So what's the situation here?
Zhang must come out to collect the ransom
There's only one exit
so we can ambush him right here
We'll take him the moment he steps out
The area is a big chaotic and it's too crowded
Zhang has guns and even a grenade
Chief Li
As you're there, you know the situation better
If the public will be put in danger,
don't tackle him there
It's not suitable for the operation
Can you leave it somewhere else?
What?
Give it to me!
Let go!
Darn it!
Are you coming back?
Yes
But when?
Soon, a day, or in two weeks?
Don't play with guns
Listen to me. If I die,
have the baby for my mother's sake
If you die, I'm not keeping the child
I'm not kidding!
He's out
He's got into the car
Someone looked out of a window above. Seemed to be a woman
The car's moving. I'm following. Those outside, stay alert
- I'm so sorry -Get away!
Don't let him get away
Don't worry. We'll take him today
He's deliberately circling. Xing Feng, back off a bit
Okay. I'll drive straight ahead. Guo, take over
OkaY
Don't tell me where to go yet.
I have to see Mr. Wu
He's in my car. We'll make the exchange
Two more blocks and his tire's gonna be flat
Chao, wait for him at the next intersection
No problem
We're keeping him on the phone. He hasn't given a location yet
Why are you going around in circles,
it's making me dizzy
Why am I doing all this? Of course, for my friend
Guo, you take a right ahead. I'll stay on his tail
I'm back to base. I'll wait at the garage
We scouted this location.
When you turn right, you'll see the garage
The money's right here.
Let me speak to my friend
I drugged him. He's sleeping
You drugged him? Then I'll wait until he wakes up
How about this...
You alert him
Buddy, you've got a flat tire!
Stop playing or I'll kill him. I mean it
Your tire is flat
It's Zhang. Everyone, get into position
It's dangerous. Tell everyone to be careful
Why are you parking there? Do you think you own the road?
What an attitude!
- He's out of his car -Sir, can I help you?
My tire. Have a look at it
His hands are in his pockets
- Let me get my tools -Looks like a punctured tire. See!
Chief. It's a good opportunity. Shall we take him now?
Xing Feng, take him!
Xing Feng, he's carrying a gun and a grenade.
- Don't let him get away -No worries
"Your son is still waiting."
"Call him when you have a moment"
Cao, should something happen to me...
Cut it out. Focus on bringing him in
Everyone, follow the plan!
L'll grab his arms. Others hold him down.
Cao will handle the grenade
Who's that woman?! I'm talking to you!
A workmate!
Why didn't you pick up my call?
What's her name?
Police! Freeze!
Let go!
He took out the safety pin!
Okay, we've got him! Mission accomplished!
He had two guns and a grenade on him
Bring him over now
Go! Get inside!
- Which room? -The one at the end
Mind your step!
Here!
Stand straight! Against the wall!
- Stand straight! -Can you talk?
Yes
Do you know why we arrested you?
- What specifically are you talking about? -Let's begin with the last one
What the last one to you?
You don't want to cooperate?
I do. But tell me who you're talking about
Give me a name so I know how much you know
- Wu! -Wu what?
The movie actor. Need I say more?
So you do know!
Is this just a game to you?
Do you know this guy?
- No -He's our chief
How'd you get to know Mr. Wu?
Who? I didn't know him
- So it's not for revenge? -No. Not at all
Did you target him?
I thought he was Chow Yun-fat!
Where did you take him?
Listen up!
If you ask me that,
of course I can't tell you!
I also hope nothing will happen to Mr. Wu
How about I call my men to evacuate first
And then I'll take you there. How's that?
- Evacuate where? -Run away
Run away to where?
Wherever. That isn't my concern anymore
You think you can flee this world. What a joke!
Can you loosen my handcuffs?
- In your dreams! -Spit it out!
How do you expect me to cooperate when you're so stubborn
Let me talk to the one who arrested me. Understand?
Hello. It's the apartment management
We need to check a water leak,
please open UP
There's no leak here. Check other apartments
Don't move! Squat down and place your hands on your head!
Come back quickly, okay!
Chief Zhang, her name is Chen. We didn't know about her
She could be someone he just met
She's not well.
Liu Yun took her to the hospital
Zhang, what's it going to be?
You want to try your luck one last time, right?
I underestimated you.
I really mistook you for a migrant worker
Get to it. Say what you need to say
Can you get to the point?
I didn't expect you to be a better actor than me
Zhang, if you want a one-on-one conversation,
then stop wasting time. Where's the hostage?
Can I start from the beginning?
Go ahead
Cang, the noodles are ready. They'll warm you up
Are you nuts?! Why didn't you just yell out?
Have some noodles first
Zhang asked us to keep our voices down
Why are you afraid to answer the phone?
Were the dumplings good?
- Just so-so -Not as good as home-cooked ones?
Nothing compares to my mom's dumplings
Thought things through? Ready to talk?
I'm getting there
If you keep dawdling,
your buddies will get anxious
Don't worry about them. I'm the boss. I call the shots
Can you stop talking about being the big boss?
Why?
You get 3 million
But Dong only 100,000. What were you thinking?
- Who told you that? -Dong did!
I have my own rules when it comes to dividing money
You give money to your girlfriend
but not your buddies?
You call them rules. I call it dishonorable
What's dishonorable about it?
It's my money and my rules
Tell me how you divide the money
However I well please!
I've gotta keep some for myself, right?
What for?
To buy guns and pay the rent!
- Why rent? -To keep hostages!
- To ransom? -Sure!
- And release them after payment? -Should I? I have to kill them
- And bury them? -Bury them
And plant a peach tree on top? Or it plum or apricot trees?
An apple tree!
But any tree will do
Are there apple trees on any of the grounds under your watch?
Have you thought what to do if Zhang is arrested?
Why hasn't he called yet?
Stop it. I'm the boss when he's not here
I played a cop in a movie once. There's a line:
"The minimum sentence for kidnapping is 10 years."
Were you playing a Hong Kong cop or a Mainland cop?
A mainland cop!
Mr. Wu, you're a good guy
Actually, they don't watch your movies much,
but I do
And I've always thought you really great
Thank you. Go on
I can't seem to think straight
Go on
No. I can't
Playing for time?
It won't change the outcome
Zhang wants to see his girlfriend
Which one?
The woman in the apartment today
He said she's pregnant and it's his last chance to tell her something
It's just an excuse.
He's plotting something
Whatever his plan, let's say yes
Does he think his girlfriend is still at home?
We told him nothing. Did we find anything in her apartment?
A gun
It's better in the hospital then
Do we have enough time?
The hospital isn't far
Get everything there locked down
We're not leaving them alone together anyway
Okay, then. Let's do it
It's as much our opportunity as his
You guys have guts! If you didn't act fast,
we'd all be dead
The way I see it though, you were too slow
It was a close call. You should have just shot me dead
Wishing you were dead? That's no fun.
I wanted to chat with you myself
You're a great guy. Did you break a bone when you fell?
My back is fine. I can take a fall like that
I should say something
There's no harm in being optimistic...
But...
Go on...
You're not going to act in any more movies
What?! What did you say?
Honestly, whether we get the money or not,
you're not leaving alive
Zhang always wanted it that way.
There's nothing I can do
All I can do is say I'm sorry
Eat up!
Don't Cry!
You can't cry!
Listen to him! Crying's useless
You beat us, take our money and think you can just say sorry!
Help!
You guys don't play fair!
Enough!
Okay. Stop hollering!
It's useless to cry out. Stop it!
Are you sure? I thought Zhang was a man of honor
Man of honor? He's a lunatic!
He treats me like shit. Why should he treat you any better
Just accept your fate
Double check the locks
Leave nobody alive. It's not like you're our first
Bury him alive
When I kidnapped him, I didn't want to keep him alive
How about this? For another million
I'll tell you where he's buried
Thank you, doctor
Did you hear that? You're okay
You're to meet your boyfriend in a little while
What's happening to him?
Let's cooperate. We won't be hard on you
I don't get why you want to see her and not your mother
What can I say to my mother? That I'm going to be executed?
If I die, the person who'll take it hardest is her
So you regret your actions?
I only regret not killing her
the day I got out of prison
- What are you saying? -If I did,
she'd not feel pain when I die
I'd have no more attachments
This isn't the way to my girl's place
We took her to the hospital
Why the hospital?
She wasn't well
Your girlfriend is coming downstairs. You'll wait for her here
Can't we go up to see her?
Is this up to you?
Not up to me. But what's the difference
between here and up there?
There she is! Right? You can talk right here
Can't we talk alone
- Do you really expect that? -Can't we have a little privacy?
What would you say out of earshot, Zhang
- Nothing! -She's here.
What are you waiting for?
Wei...
This may be our last time together. Why don't you hug me?
What's going on?
Why?
Can't you see what's happening?
- But why? -It's our last time together.
Give me a kiss
Break them up!
- What are you doing? -Tell me your surname
Tell me your family name please!
- I'm dead already -Don't listen to him
Don't lie to me!
Get inside. It's cold out here
I'm a dead man
What's hidden there?
Take a guess
Zhang, you're disgusting!
Take off his pants in the car. See what he hid
I'll do it
A key for handcuffs in his pants
Zhang, we've done our best for you, haven't we?
- You guys are amazing! -What other tricks do you have?
Just tell us now!
Is it okay if I don't? I changed my mind
Get up!
Okay. We've got it!
We'll take you there
This is the last meal for both of you
Dig in so you'll have a full stomach when you're on your way
What kind of dumplings?
Pork
I don't eat meat. I'm a vegetarian
Nobody told us. We didn't prepare anything veggie
Lift it up again. I want to see the fireworks too
By 9pm, whether Zhang calls or not,
you'll be on your way
Stop. I'll be by your side until the very end
Brother Wu, aren't you scared?
I am. But because you're here I have to act brave
Your just being alive gives me hope, you know?
That sports car belongs to my girlfriend, my real girlfriend
But if I'd asked her to send money,
I'd have put her in danger
I want to deal with this alone.
She might not even know I'm in trouble
You acted like a real man
There's no hope for us now
We can hope the last mile of our journey
won't be too rough
Have you watched my comedies?
Let me act one out for you?
Have you been to my concerts?
I tried but couldn't get a ticket to your last one
Your graves are ready
Zhang said we'll plant an apple tree afterwards
Mr. Wu, apples are your favorite, aren't they?
"Applause comes in the midst of cheers"
"And a smile takes the place of tears"
"Curtains up, a happy face is revealed"
"He keeps his loneliness concealed"
"Sweat and tears"
"He's endured them for years, to stand here"
"Be it for shame or for glory,"
"Who else knew what he had to pay"
"A clown, just a clown"
"He masked his sorrow with a smile,"
"just for you"
Make a left turn ahead. The highway would be faster
Keep going straight. The third left turn is a shortcut
You actually know where it is
Zhang, you asked them to wait until 9pm, right?
But there's guy who might disobey my instructions
I was going to kill him
as soon as I got hold of the ransom
Aren't you afraid Zhang won't return with the money?
I don't mind telling you, that if he did come back,
he'd want to kill me before dividing up the ransom
Cang, you worry too much!
Or maybe I'll kill him first
Your slaughtering each other will be a sight
It's a pity I can't witness it
Let's clean out and get ready to leave
It's not yet 9pm. Zhang said 9pm
So it's whenever he says?
He's the boss. Who else shall we listen to?
So what I say means nothing?
Stop it! It's only a few minutes difference
Does this place look familiar?
Tell me how many people are there?
Chief, your call is really timely
How did you identify the place?
The tractor driver gave us the area
Dong's confession narrowed it down
But something Zhang said was the key
We checked out three apple orchards
We then looked onto this one halfway up a hill
This resort is 300 meters
from our target
Everything points to this location,
but we don't know what to expect inside
Just now Zhang confessed there are three men inside
with five guns
The two hostages are being kept on the building's east side
He has no more bargaining chips, so he should be telling the truth
Let me go in first
No, I'll go first
Okay. Don't fight over it. Both of you play it by ear
I want to say something. Please hear me out
Is it really worth it?
You're a kidnapper. The penalty for kidnapping is ten years
But if you kill us, then you're a murderer
You'll get the death penalty. Is it worth it?
Say you kill us, but then get shot by the police?
Or by Zhang? Is it worth it?
I have a better plan
You set us free. Zhang gets his one million
Tomorrow, I'll get the other two million for you. I promise
That works out best for everyone
- Turn off your walkie-talkies -The hostage's safety is our priority
Shoot to kill if a suspect raises a gun
Be careful, everyone
We'll go through the woods. The trees will cover us
The suspect wants to talk to whoever is going in first
I just want to remind you of something
My buddies' guns are loaded.
The first one to enter dies first
A straight shot to the head
Got it
Thanks
Remember what you said. We're going to get him alive
Hurry UP!
Fatty?
What are you doing?
Hurry up! Ignore him!
- Hurry! -He still has two million
Don't hit him!
Stop! Can everyone just stop?
It's only death
Cang, what are you doing?
Sparing us some trouble later
- It's not time yet -Don't give me that shit
Zhang said 9pm. It's not time yet
Put the gun down!
Put it down!
Hurry up! Stop stalling!
At the same time
Just accept it. This is your fate
You haven't said a word since your rescue.
Why?
You must have gone through similar experiences
as an actor
Movies are make-believe. This is real
It really happened
Thank you very much
Thank you
The flowers are for your wife. No more fighting, please!
No worries. l'll bury the hatchet
Brother Wu
this is my girlfriend
Thank you. Thank you so much. Thank you
A new day begins
Who knows what awaits us
30“, you're up early?
Sorry, I've been so busy
Now for the news
Last night, Beijing police broke up a kidnapping gang
Five suspects were arrested and two hostages rescued
One hostage is said to be a movie star surnamed Wu
We'll stay on top of the news as it develops
The People's Court of Beijing
has made final judgement on Case #223
Zhang Hua and two of his accomplices are sentenced to death...
for murder, kidnapping and the illegal purchase, sale and possession of...
firearms and ammunitions
Two others are sentenced to life in prison and a fixed term respectively
Don't get too excited
Mum, I've settled down. No more trouble-making
Son, I feel so guilty for not raising you right
No worries. Take care of yourself when I'm gone
Don't act the same in your next life
I wasn't one in this life, but I'll be a filial son in the next
My Son!
Take this as my kowtowing to you!
My Son!
I told him he didn't have to come,
but he insisted
I don't know why, but I really wanted to see you one last time
Our last opportunity for a little chat
Yes
But what to talk about? You want to give me a lecture?
Or let off some steam?
There's a lot I wanted to say,
but now that I'm here I don't know where to begin
People's lot in life can be so different
Your lot in life is really good
Yes. My lot in life is good