Sep. 20, 2018|Hong Kong|100 Min.|TV-14
Genre: Action;Adventure;Crime
Description: Golden Job is a 2018 Hong Kong action film directed by Chin Ka-lok, who also co-stars alongside Ekin Cheng, Jordan Chan, Michael Tse, and Jerry Lamb. The movie reunites the cast from the iconic Young and Dangerous series. It premiered in Hong Kong on September 20, 2018, and features diverse filming locations, including Taiwan, Japan, Hungary, Montenegro, Beijing, and Inner Mongolia.
The story follows five orphans—Lion (Ekin Cheng), Crater (Jordan Chan), Bill (Michael Tse), Calm (Chin Ka-lok), and Mouse (Jerry Lamb)—who were raised by their mentor, Cho Sir (Eric Tsang), whom they affectionately call Papa. As adults, they become skilled mercenaries working for The Agency. During a mission to steal a truckload of medicine for African children, they discover the truck is filled with gold, revealing a betrayal orchestrated by Bill. This betrayal results in Lion’s imprisonment in Hungary and Cho Sir’s crippling injury. After his release, Lion reunites with his brothers to seek revenge against Bill.
Critics have shared mixed reviews of the film. Elizabeth Kerr of *The Hollywood Reporter* highlighted its nostalgic and entertaining qualities, praising its technical aspects and action sequences. Edmund Lee of *South China Morning Post* rated it 3/5, describing it as a contrived yet amusing story. On the other hand, Carey Darling of *Houston Chronicle* gave it 2/5 stars, criticizing its predictability and lack of depth. Andrew Saroch of *Far East Films* commended the film’s set pieces and the cast’s performances.
At the box office, Golden Job achieved considerable success, earning a global total of $47,279,677. In Hong Kong alone, it grossed HK$10,888,179 during its theatrical run from September 20 to October 29, 2018. In China, the film brought in ¥317,488,000.
Cast director: Chin Ka-Lok
Cast actor: Ekin Cheng, Jordan Chan, Michael Tse, Chin Ka-Lok, Jerry Lamb Hiu-Fung, Charmaine Sheh, Eric Tsang, Sergej Onopko, Yasuaki Kurata, Temur Mamisashvili
Original name: 黃金兄弟