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John Woo's "A Better Tomorrow" marks 40 years of redefining Hong Kong cinema

John Woo's 1986 film "A Better Tomorrow" is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking a significant shift in Hong Kong cinema. The action blockbuster achieved unprecedented success, running for 61 days and becoming the highest-grossing film in Hong Kong that year with over HK$34.6 million. Its innovative style and narrative have influenced filmmakers worldwide, with directors like Quentin Tarantino acknowledging its impact. AI

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John Woo's "A Better Tomorrow" marks 40 years of redefining Hong Kong cinema

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Miguel Enriquez ·

    A Better Tomorrow at 40: how John Woo blockbuster changed Hong Kong cinema – SCMP archive

    Forty years ago, John Woo’s A Better Tomorrow was released. The action film is considered to be a turning point in Hong Kong cinema with directors like Quentin Tarantino citing it as an inspiration. In this On This Day article, we look at SCMP’s archive coverage of this modern-da…