
Forty years after Police Story (1985) debuted, its renowned trilogy –-- Police Story 2 (1988) and Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992) –-- has been digitally restored in 4K resolution by Italys LImmagine Ritrovata, and evaluated at this years Shanghai International Film Festival.A hallmark of Hong Kong cinema, Jackie Chans movies excitement audiences with their bold stunts, improvisation, and humor.
The Police Story series, in particular, redefined action filmmaking through Chans fearless physicality and inventive set pieces.As part of the festivals tribute to the 120th anniversary of Chinese cinema, the restored trilogy drew packed crowds.
Fans old and new delighted in the opportunity to experience Chans classic classics in crystal-clear 4K –-- evidence that fantastic action never ever fades.(Cover photo source: SIFF)