Firestorm

In the bustle of Hong Kong, a brazen armored car heist leads to a brutal kill and a hunt that puts civilians in harm's way. Inspector Lui Ming Chit, a seasoned cop with a hard edge, is tasked with stopping Cao Nan and his ruthless crew, who show no hesitation to kill when the plan goes wrong. With the clock ticking and the public demanding results, Lui pushes past standard police playbooks, weighing the cost of collateral damage against the need to bring the criminals to justice. The city pulses with tension as the pursuit spirals toward a dangerous confrontation.

Directed by Alan Yuen Kam-Lun, Firestorm released in 2013 as an original screenplay. The cast centers on Andy Lau as Inspector Lui with Gordon Lam Ka-Tung and Yao Chen leading the criminal rivals.

Box office data for Firestorm is not widely documented, and the film did not generate a notable worldwide breakout, limiting its commercial footprint beyond regional markets.

Although not a major cultural touchstone, Firestorm adds to Hong Kong's run of hard edged crime thrillers. Its insistence on gray area policing and a veteran inspector pushed by necessity creates a memorable mood and a template for future action dramas.

Critics praised the film for its brisk pace, tense set pieces, and Andy Lau's weary authority. The story centers on tough choices under pressure, examining the price of expediency and the ethical edge of policing when the line between right and wrong blurs.