Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In (2024)

“Walled In” is a movie based on a comic book, and you can tell by its exaggerated characters, dramatic settings, and intense battle scenes. The film is inspired by the real Walled City of Kowloon, a place that operated with little government control. This unique backdrop adds a sense of mystery and gives the filmmakers plenty of creative freedom.

The movie was stuck in development for years, but the studios saw its potential and invested heavily. They brought together some of Hong Kong’s top talent and even built a detailed replica of the Walled City for filming.

The action scenes in “Walled In” are decent, but they don’t stand out as particularly original. The frequent quick cuts in the fight scenes are meant to show chaos and intensity, but they often make it hard to follow the action, unlike the clearer and more fluid choreography seen in movies like “Ip Man.”

Louis Koo and Raymond Lam, both experienced actors, lead the cast with strong performances. Koo plays a mysterious yet kind character, while Lam gives an effortless portrayal of an ordinary man. The supporting cast does well, too, especially Philip Ng, who shines as a nearly unstoppable villain.

The film does try to balance too many characters and their different goals, which makes the plot somewhat predictable. However, for fans of kung fu movies who enjoy both the action and the unique drama that comes with Hong Kong cinema, “Walled In” is a welcome addition. It offers plenty of thrilling martial arts action, and hopefully, it will inspire more films like it in the future.