Action,Crime,Drama
United States of America
Revenge of the Green Dragons is a crime-drama film directed by Andrew Lau and Andrew Loo. The movie follows the story of two immigrant brothers, Sonny (Justin Chon) and Steven (Kevin Wu), who arrive in Flushing, Queens in the 1980s. As they struggle to make a living, they get recruited by the infamous Green Dragons gang, which is run by a ruthless and powerful leader, Snakehead (Joan Chen).
The brothers soon become deeply involved in the gang's criminal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, and violence. However, Sonny soon realizes the high cost of his involvement with the gang, which puts him and his family in grave danger. As Sonny and Steven try to leave the gang behind and start a new life, they face deadly consequences from the Green Dragons.
The film portrays the harsh realities of the immigrant experience, highlighting the cultural clashes between Chinese-American youth and the traditional values of their parents. Revenge of the Green Dragons also depicts the allure of gang culture and the price individuals pay when they become entangled in criminal activity.
Overall, the film offers a gripping and raw portrayal of the immigrant experience in America's melting pot while exploring the theme of the American dream's darker side.
