HK MOVIE

Once a Thief (1991)

Once a Thief (1991) (MM SUB) is a Hong Kong action-comedy directed by John Woo, featuring a blend of heist action, humor, and romance. The film stars Chow Yun-fat, Leslie Cheung, and Cherie Chung as three former thieves who are reunited for one last job but find themselves tangled in love, betrayal, and increasingly dangerous situations. The film showcases Woo's signature stylish direction, blending fast-paced action, clever humor, and dynamic chemistry between the leads. The heist plot is engaging, but it’s the combination of thrilling action sequences and lighthearted moments that make it stand out. Once a Thief is a fun, entertaining ride, appealing to fans of action films with a good dose of humor, romance, and character-driven storytelling. It’s a lighthearted departure from Woo’s more intense works but still captures his unique filmmaking style.