Election 2
Even a criminal can serve his country.
2006 · 92 min · ★ 7.4 · Drama, Crime, Thriller
As election time nears, current Triad chairman Lok faces competition from his godsons. At the same time, Jimmy looks to increase his business relations with mainland China.
Directed by Johnnie To · Written by Yip Tin-Shing
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Simon Yam Lam Lok -
Louis Koo Jimmy Lee -
Wong Tin-Lam Uncle Teng Wai -
Gordon Lam Ka-Tung Kun -
Nick Cheung Ka-Fai Jet -
Lam Suet Big Head -
Andy On Chi-Kit Lik -
Mark Cheng Ho-Nam Bo -
Cheung Siu-fai Mr. So -
Tam Bing-Man Uncle Cocky -
Poon Yuet-Tung Janice -
You Yongzhi Mr. Xi
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