Stream ‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ Before It Disappears Forever!

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This month, it’s disappointing news for action enthusiasts, as one of last year’s most overlooked martial arts movies is set to depart from streaming platforms shortly. Released in May following years of production, this film

garnered widespread praise due to its unflinching devotion to high-octane action scenes, and currently holds a 90% approval rating among critics on Rotten Tomatoes.

The action-packed martial arts saga, titled “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In,” is a Hong Kong production helmed by Soi Cheang. This film is adapted from the novel “City of Darkness” by Yuyi and the comic series of the same name by Andy Seto. Notable stars in this movie include Louis Koo, Richie Jen, Raymond Lam, Terrance Lau, Kenny Wong, Philip Ng, Tony Wu, German Cheung, and Sammo Hung, who gained fame as Ip Man. Unfortunately, “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” is set to depart from streaming platforms in 12 days (as per JustWatch), so you’ll want to catch it quickly to experience this story about a lawless walled city and the turmoil within. You can read the official synopsis for “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” below.

In the aftermath of a violent gang conflict that led to an uneasy peace in Hong Kong’s criminal underworld, the Kowloon Walled City has become a fortified, lawless sanctuary for gangs and refugees. However, when a talented underground fighter crosses paths with the most feared Triad leader in Hong Kong, a bounty is put on his head, even though he maintains connections to the ruler of this notorious enclave. As his hunters disregard the fragile territorial agreement to seek their vengeance, the consequences reignite old feuds, escalating decades of simmering tension to a violent, bloody climax.

‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ Was Met With Critical Acclaim & Awards Aplenty

Following a multi-year production process, “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” proved to be an excellent choice for patience. Making its grand premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival as part of the Midnight Screening selection, this action-packed film hit cinemas in May and has since secured the position of the second highest-grossing domestic movie ever shown in Hong Kong. “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” now boasts an impressive rating of 90% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, along with 84% approval from viewers on Popcornmeter.

Apart from garnering both financial and critical acclaim, “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In” has also earned a number of awards since its debut. Among these honors is the Stunt Award at the 29th Satellite Awards. Additionally, this martial arts film has been nominated for several prestigious accolades at the 43rd Hong Kong Film Awards, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor (Raymond Lam), and Best Action Choreography.

Jamie Healy from Radio Times almost gave the film a perfect score of 4/5, remarking, “Fight enthusiasts will appreciate the intense, destructive action, as seasoned actors Koo and Sammo Hung hold their own, but it’s Philip Ng who leaves the most impact with his chilling portrayal of a villain possessing extraordinary powers.” On the other hand, Simon Abrams from RogerEbert.com also awarded Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In 3 out of 4 stars, summing up, “Every now and then, movies like Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In gather an exceptional cast that will make even the most jaded critic admit – this one lives up to the buzz.

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2025-02-18 18:31