As a seasoned film enthusiast who has traveled the globe to immerse myself in the rich tapestry of international cinema, I must say that the trailer for Weekend in Taipei has me both intrigued and excited. The fusion of high-octane action, tantalizing romance, and a dash of humor is a potent cocktail that promises to deliver an exhilarating ride.
Ketchup Entertainment has unveiled its second and concluding trailer for the highly-anticipated action-thriller “Weekend in Taipei,” due to hit cinemas in November. This movie is helmed by Taiwanese-American director George Huang, with collaboration from Luc Besson, famously known for “Lucy.” The film brings back on screen the dynamic duo who previously shared the limelight in the “Fast & Furious” series. As it’s timed perfectly for the holiday season, “Weekend in Taipei” promises to be a blockbuster hit for action-thriller enthusiasts.
During a weekend trip to Taipei, John Lawlor unexpectedly meets up with his old partner, who’s now the wife of a drug kingpin, and finds himself entangled in a dangerous secret she’s keeping.
In the heart of Taipei, DEA agent John Lawlor was meticulously executing a covert operation… until he found himself smitten with his informant, the stunning Josephine ‘Joey’ Kwang, a skilled driver in the Asian criminal underworld. Exposed and his cover blown, John was forced to escape. Fast forward to several years later, John returns to Taipei for a brief visit. Is he here to complete his mission? Or is it to rekindle his love with Joey?
The film’s introduction finds John drenched in blood, involved in a thrilling high-speed pursuit alongside Joey and her son Raymond (played by Wyatt Yang). They are evading Kwang while also being chased by the police. Snapshots from Ketchup Entertainment offer a sneak peek at the cast during what appear to be intense scenes within the movie. Catch the trailer below, accompanied by production photos of Evans, Kang, and Lun-mei.
Weekend in Taipei’s North American Release in Select Theaters
Theposter for Weekend in Taipeibills it as “From the creator of Taken and The Transporter,” referring to Besson. Fans of the acclaimed filmmaker find it curious that he didn’t co-write this film with his frequent collaborator, Robert Mark Kamen (The Fifth Element), with whom he co-penned TakenandThe Transporter. Additionally, some question the pairing of Besson with Huang, who hasn’t directed a feature film since 2001’sHow To Make a Monster, and his last writing credit was 2016’s Hard Target 2.Weekend in Taipeimarks his first time behind the camera since directing episodes ofAmerican Heiressin 2007.
Huang and Besson penned the screenplay for “Weekend in Taipei“, a film that was jointly produced by Taiwan and France, with shooting taking place in Taipei, Taiwan. It’s been announced this year that Ketchup Entertainment secured the North American distribution rights for the movie. Gareth West, CEO of Ketchup Entertainment, made a statement saying:
As a cinephile, I can’t wait to share my enthusiasm for the thrilling movie experience that “Weekend in Taipei” promises! Directed by the talented George Huang, this film boasts an outstanding ensemble cast, featuring Luke Evans, Gwei Lun-Mei, and Sung Kang. I’m eagerly anticipating collaborating with Luc, Virginie, and EuropaCorp to bring this captivating tale to moviegoers across North America!
Jean-Marc Lacarrère, EuropaCorp CEO, stated, “We’re incredibly proud of Weekend in Taipei as it embodies EuropaCorp’s essence by merging action, romance, and humor. We’re also delighted to collaborate with Gareth and Ketchup’s team to bring this exhilarating movie to audiences across North America.
The movie titled “Weekend in Taipei” made its global debut at Vieshow Cinemas Xinyi, located in Taipei, Taiwan, on September 1st. Subsequently, it was screened in France and Taiwan on the 25th of September. The film is set to open in selected theaters across the United States on November 8th.
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2024-10-20 18:03