''Just Heroes'' () is a 1989

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, directed by John Woo and Wu Ma. The film stars Danny Lee,

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Plot

Following the death of a triad leader, there is conflict within the

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syndicate as various possible leaders vie for power. Pak Wai attempts to bring the traitor in the midst of his own group to justice following a taped conversation of traitor admitting his crimes, but who cannot be found, while Sou, the elected leader of the triad has his family attacked as he fights unknown enemies to bring the organisation back under control. Their actions are hindered by Jacky who is attempting to build up anger between the two completing triads of Hong Kong. The film is brought to a bloody conclusion as the traitor leader of the group storms the

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safe house in a desperate attempt to gain control over the group, but is met by heavy resistance.

Cast

as Cheung Pak Wai * Danny Lee as Sou *

Chen Kuan Tai Chen Kuan-tai (born 24 September 1945) is a martial artist and Hong Kong martial arts film star. Background A former fireman, he won a world's kungfu Championship in 1969. He has primarily appeared in Shaw Brothers productions, and was one of the ...

as Tai * Tien Niu as Annie, Sou's wife *

Cally Kwong Cally Kwong Mei-wan (born 24 December 1962) is a Hong Kong singer, actress, and business woman. Early life Kwong was born Cally Kwong Mei Wan on 24 December 1962 in British Hong Kong. Her family was poor and her mother died when she was 14. Car ...

as Tai's wife * Wu Ma as Ma * James Wong as Solicitor Wong *

as 'Jacky' Yuen Kei-hao * Shing Fui-On as Wah * Nie Jun * Ti Lung as Loon * Yueh Hua as Mr.Elliot

Production

''Just Heroes'' began production as a benefit for the Hong Kong Director's Union.Morton, 2009. p.164Morton, 2009. p.165 The film was made to aid director Chang Cheh who was broke.Elder, 2005. p.55 When actors Danny Lee and

found out about Chang's financial situation, they developed the story ''Just Heroes'' that was made to be similar to the film '' A Better Tomorrow''. John Woo directed about 60% of the film.Sharrett, 1999. p.411

Release

''Just Heroes'' was released on 14 September 1989.Morton, 2009. p.164 The film was not a major financial success in Hong Kong, making HK$7,913,229 and coming in 48th place in the year end box office. All the money from the film was given to Chang Cheh so he could retire. Rather than using it as retirement funds, Chang used the money to direct another film.Elder, 2005. p.56

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