Sparrow
2008, Cantonese. Directed by Johnnie To.
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Kei is the experienced leader of a team of pickpockets — also known as "Sparrows" in HK slang. He enjoys a carefree lifestyle taking photos. One day a dashing beauty, Chun-Lei, suddenly appears in Kei's viewfinder. Kei is mesmerized. But behind Chun-Lei's attractive facade lies a mysterious past and a mission to set herself free.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 88 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Johnnie ToDirector
- Simon YamKei
- Kelly Lin Hsi-LeiChung Chun-lei
- Gordon Lam Ka-tungBo
- Lo Hoi-pangMr. Fu Kim-tong
- Law Wing-cheongSak
- Kenneth Cheung Moon-yuenMac
- Lam SuetLung
- Henry Lo Chun-ShunMr. Fu's Henchman
- Jonathan Lee Yat-SingBoy in Cap
- Jackson Ha Chak-shunMr. Fu's Bodyguard
- Jeff Cheung Ka-KitMr. Fu's Bodyguard
- Hung Wai-LeungPoliceman
Details
- Released
- 19 June 2008
- Original title
- 文雀
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Andrew Fung Chih-chiang, John Chan Kin-Chung
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Sparrow: quick answers
Is Sparrow worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 88 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sparrow?
Sparrow runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Sparrow have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sparrow. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Sparrow suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Sparrow yet.
What movies are like Sparrow?
If you liked Sparrow, try Running Out of Time, Chungking Express, As Tears Go By.
Who directed Sparrow?
Sparrow (2008) was directed by Johnnie To and stars Simon Yam, Kelly Lin Hsi-Lei, Gordon Lam Ka-tung.