Sing si lip yan: A classic Hong Kong action comedy
Overview
Sing si lip yan (1993) is a classic Hong Kong action comedy film written and directed by Wong Jing and starring Jackie Chan, Joey Wang, Kumiko Goto, Chingmy Yau, Gary Daniels, Leon Lai, and Richard Norton. The film follows a self-indulgent private investigator who winds up on a cruise ship full of rich patrons, gorgeous women, murderous terrorists, and scarce food.
Cast and characters
- Jackie Chan as Jackie, a self-indulgent private investigator
- Joey Wang as Lily, a beautiful heiress
- Kumiko Goto as Yumiko, a Japanese tourist
- Chingmy Yau as Pearl, a cruise ship singer
- Gary Daniels as Dalton, a terrorist
- Leon Lai as a cruise ship waiter
- Richard Norton as a terrorist
Plot
Jackie is a self-indulgent private investigator who is hired to find a missing heiress. He soon finds himself on a cruise ship full of rich patrons, gorgeous women, and terrorists. When the terrorists take over the ship, Jackie must use his skills to save the day.
Reception
Sing si lip yan was a critical and commercial success. The film grossed over $20 million at the box office and was nominated for several awards, including the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Film. The film is still considered one of the best Hong Kong action comedies ever made.
Legacy
Sing si lip yan has been remade several times, including in 2006 as The Medallion, starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. The film has also been parodied in several other films and television shows.
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