Election 2


1h 32m 2006

Brief Synopsis

The post-1997 world of Chinese rule means that even the long-established Wo Shing Triad Society must change its ways and think north. But after the brotherhood was fractured by the ruthless grip of Chairman Lok, it was up to the younger generation to lead the way. Jimmy is the perfect candidate: sma

Film Details

Also Known As
Hak Se Wui Yi Wo Wai Kwai, Hak Sewui: Yi Wo Wai Gwai, Triad Election
MPAA Rating
Genre
Crime
Drama
Foreign
Sequel
Thriller
Release Date
2006
Production Company
Celluloid Dreams
Distribution Company
Tartan Films (US); Arp; Tartan Video; Victory Entertainment

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 32m

Synopsis

The post-1997 world of Chinese rule means that even the long-established Wo Shing Triad Society must change its ways and think north. But after the brotherhood was fractured by the ruthless grip of Chairman Lok, it was up to the younger generation to lead the way. Jimmy is the perfect candidate: smart and entrepreneurial. Even the Chinese authorities are interested in what Jimmy has to offer. Only problem is, Chairman Lok isn't one who gives up power easily.

Film Details

Also Known As
Hak Se Wui Yi Wo Wai Kwai, Hak Sewui: Yi Wo Wai Gwai, Triad Election
MPAA Rating
Genre
Crime
Drama
Foreign
Sequel
Thriller
Release Date
2006
Production Company
Celluloid Dreams
Distribution Company
Tartan Films (US); Arp; Tartan Video; Victory Entertainment

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 32m

Quotes

Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States Spring April 25, 2007

Released in United States June 8, 2007

Released in United States on Video September 11, 2007

Released in United States 2006

Released in United States October 2006

Released in United States November 2006

Released in United States January 2007

Shown at New York Film Festival September 29-October 15, 2006.

Shown at Pusan International Film Festival (Open Cinema) October 12-20, 2006.

Shown at Palm Springs International Film Festival (World Cinema Now) January 4-15, 2007.

Sequel to "Election" (Hong Kong/2005), directed by Johnnie To.

Released in United States Spring April 25, 2007 (NY)

Released in United States June 8, 2007 (Los Angeles)

Released in United States on Video September 11, 2007

Released in United States 2006 (Shown at New York Film Festival September 29-October 15, 2006.)

Released in United States October 2006 (Shown at Pusan International Film Festival (Open Cinema) October 12-20, 2006.)

Released in United States November 2006 (Shown at AFI/Los Angeles Film Festival (Asian New Classica) November 1-12, 2006.)

Released in United States January 2007 (Shown at Palm Springs International Film Festival (World Cinema Now) January 4-15, 2007.)