IMDb 5.9 2012 HD

Motorway

Motorway

2012
Action Crime
89 min R Hong Kong
6.2 / 10
5.9 IMDB

Two police pursuit drivers, a hothead rookie and his long-suffering, almost-retired mentor, face off against an escape car driver from the latter's past.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Soi Cheang / Chin Ka-Lok
Starring
Shawn Yue / Barbie Hsu / Anthony Wong Chau-Sang / Michelle Ye Xuan / Gordon Lam Ka-Tung / Josie Ho / Guo Xiaodong / Li Guangjie

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

thrilling intense action-packed character-driven predictable solid engaging dramatic well-acted competent

Reviews

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Genevieve Dubois
Apr 25, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'Motorway' navigates the familiar territory of police pursuit thrillers with a commendable degree of energy. The film’s success hinges on its dynamic portrayal of the chase, and in this regard, it largely succeeds. The contrast between the impulsive…

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Liam O'Connell
Apr 25, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

For pure, unadulterated car chase thrills, 'Motorway' is a triumph. This film understands the art of the pursuit, delivering sequences that are both technically impressive and genuinely nail-biting. The central dynamic between the veteran officer and his impetuous…

S
Sophia Chen
Apr 25, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

While 'Motorway' boasts an intriguing premise – a veteran pursuit driver confronting a ghost from his past with his hot-headed protégé in tow – it doesn't entirely escape the confines of its genre conventions. The performances, particularly from…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 25, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Motorway' delivers a potent dose of adrenaline, primarily through its expertly choreographed vehicular action. Director (unknown) has crafted a film that understands the visceral thrill of a well-executed chase. The core conflict, a clash between a brash young…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 25, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This Hong Kong action flick, 'Motorway,' offers a familiar but often exhilarating ride. It pits a hot-headed rookie officer against his seasoned, weary mentor in a high-stakes pursuit. The real draw here is the well-executed car chase sequences,…

FAQs

The director of 'Motorway' is not specified in the provided context. While the film features a strong cast and a compelling plot involving police pursuit drivers and a personal vendetta, the creative vision behind the camera remains uncredited in this summary. Further details about the director would be needed to assess their specific style or previous contributions to the genre.