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WORTH WATCHING: MIXED
Editorial Verified

Is Brotherhood Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (1986)

Liu and Keung are competent constables and good partners. But Keung is fired just because of a minor mistake. Gradually falling into a financial crisis, Keung is forced to commit c...

✨ The Quick Verdict

ONE-TIME WATCH

If you are a fan of Action, Crime, Thriller cinema, then Brotherhood offers a standard experience that justifies its existence in the 1986 landscape.

👥 Target Audience

Fans of Action films
Fans of Crime films
Fans of Thriller films

📔 Detailed Analysis

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Brotherhood (1986), audiences are invited back into the world of Action, Crime, Thriller. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Liu and Keung are competent constables and good partners. But Keung is fired just because of a minor mistake. Gradually falling into a financial crisis, Keung is forced to commit crimes. Liu wants to help but he himself is trapped and has to face internal investigations. As his young brother Raymond is assigned to arrest Keung's gang, Liu is put in a dilemma. Finally, Keung promises Liu he'll give himself up. But the gang won't let them stay alive for long."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. While not a career-best, Danny Lee Sau-Yin's presence adds a necessary stability to the proceedings. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Action. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Brotherhood worth your time? If you appreciate Action, Crime, Thriller films that take risks, this is likely a must-watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Brotherhood is a mixed bag with some redeeming qualities. With a runtime of 84 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Watch on OTT.

⏳ Time Investment

84MIN

At approximately 1.4 hours, the film requires a standard time commitment.