The Iron Butterfly II (1990)
A gritty Hong Kong action crime film directed by Johnnie To, blending personal vengeance with the dangerous world of drug trafficking.
The Iron Butterfly II - Movie Information
- Original Title: 特警90 II 之亡命天涯
- Release Year: 1990
- Directed by: Johnnie To
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Romance, Crime, Action
- Original Language: CN
- Spoken Languages: Cantonese
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 21, 1990 (Hong Kong)
- Alternative Titles: The Iron Butterfly II - See No Daylight (US)
- Production Companies: TVB
- Production Countries: Hong Kong
The Iron Butterfly II - Plot
A Hong Kong homicide detective insists on the same name that his father, Rock Moon, has died and carved it deeply into his heart. In this case her mother is treated in a psychiatric hospital. Have found that their heads are the same in recent drug trafficking and crime-ridden campaigns.
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The Iron Butterfly II - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Johnnie To
Main Cast
- Mark Cheng Ho-Nam
- Fiona Leung Ngai-Ling
- Eddy Ko Hung
- Betty Mak Chui-Han
- Felix Lok Ying-Kwan
- Ben Wong Tin-Dok
- Johnnie To
- Man-Chun Lau
- Cheung Ping-Chuen
- Lau Kong
Writers
- Johnnie To
- Sit Ga-Wa
The Iron Butterfly II - FAQs
Who directed The Iron Butterfly II?
The Iron Butterfly II was directed by Johnnie To, the acclaimed Hong Kong filmmaker who would later become internationally recognized for crime thrillers such as Election and Exiled. This 1990 production was an early entry in his directorial career, showcasing his flair for action-driven storytelling.
What is The Iron Butterfly II about?
The film follows a Hong Kong homicide detective haunted by the death of his father, Rock Moon. His investigation leads him into a dangerous web of drug trafficking and organized crime, while his mother is receiving treatment in a psychiatric hospital, adding a deeply personal dimension to his pursuit of justice.
Who are the main actors in The Iron Butterfly II?
The film stars Mark Cheng Ho-Nam and Fiona Leung Ngai-Ling in the lead roles, supported by Eddy Ko Hung, Betty Mak Chui-Han, Felix Lok Ying-Kwan, Ben Wong Tin-Dok, Lau Kong, and Man-Chun Lau. Director Johnnie To also appears in the cast.
When was The Iron Butterfly II released?
The Iron Butterfly II was released on September 21, 1990, in Hong Kong. The film is also known under the alternative US title The Iron Butterfly II - See No Daylight, reflecting its international distribution beyond its original Hong Kong market.
What genre is The Iron Butterfly II?
The Iron Butterfly II blends Romance, Crime, and Action genres, a combination characteristic of Hong Kong cinema from the late 1980s and early 1990s. The film weaves personal emotional stakes into a hard-edged narrative involving drug trafficking and police investigation.
What language is The Iron Butterfly II in?
The Iron Butterfly II is spoken in Cantonese, the primary language of Hong Kong cinema during this era. It was produced by TVB and is a product of the vibrant Hong Kong film industry of the early 1990s, which was globally influential in action and crime filmmaking.
Is The Iron Butterfly II a sequel?
Yes, The Iron Butterfly II is a sequel, continuing the story established in the first Iron Butterfly film. Both entries are part of a Hong Kong action crime series, with this second installment deepening the protagonist's personal vendetta against the criminal underworld tied to his father's death.
Who wrote the screenplay for The Iron Butterfly II?
The screenplay for The Iron Butterfly II was written by Johnnie To and Sit Ga-Wa. Johnnie To's dual role as both director and co-writer gave the film a unified creative vision, consistent with his hands-on approach to filmmaking that would define his later internationally acclaimed body of work.
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