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Dragon

Dragon

2011
Action Drama Thriller
115 min R China
6.9 / 10
7 IMDB

A sinful martial arts expert wants to start a new tranquil life, only to be hunted by a determined detective and his former master.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Peter Chan Ho-Sun / Donnie Yen
Starring
Donnie Yen / Takeshi Kaneshiro / Tang Wei / Jimmy Wang Yu / Kara Wai Ying-Hung / Yin Zhusheng / Zheng Wei / Li Jia-Min

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

intense compelling dramatic action-packed thoughtful gritty well-acted uneven engaging slow-burn

Reviews

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Priya Sharma
Apr 27, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'Dragon' attempts to infuse the martial arts genre with a deeper narrative, focusing on a protagonist's quest for a tranquil life that is inevitably shattered. Donnie Yen’s performance is, predictably, the highlight, showcasing his mastery of combat. The…

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Liam O'Connell
Apr 27, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A standout in the martial arts arena, 'Dragon' succeeds through its thoughtful exploration of consequence and redemption. Donnie Yen delivers a performance that is both physically commanding and emotionally resonant, portraying a man haunted by his history. The…

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Sophia Chen
Apr 27, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This offering from 2011, 'Dragon', presents an intriguing premise: a martial arts expert yearning for peace finds himself in a dangerous predicament. Donnie Yen is, as expected, a magnetic force in the action sequences, but the film's narrative…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 27, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Dragon' delivers a potent blend of visceral martial arts and character-driven drama. Donnie Yen is exceptional as a former fighter seeking solace, his every move imbued with a weariness that belies his formidable skill. The presence of Takeshi…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 27, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Donnie Yen anchors 'Dragon' with his signature kinetic prowess, portraying a man desperate to leave his violent past behind. The film struggles slightly to fully reconcile its desire for character depth with its action set pieces. While Takeshi…

FAQs

By focusing on a protagonist's desire for a peaceful life and his subsequent entanglement with both law enforcement and his past, 'Dragon' appears to move beyond simple action. The inclusion of a determined detective as a primary antagonist, alongside a former master, suggests a narrative that might explore moral complexities and the personal cost of violence, potentially offering a more character-driven experience within the genre.