Original subtitles

Back up a bit

Parking?

It's alright. We're police

Are all the cars' owners in the karaoke?

Yes. The white car belongs to an executive

And this one?

This belongs to the actor in...

A big movie star anyway. What happened?

Nothing. Just asking

Your wife's picking you up again?

Not this time. Had a fight

Pretty big one too

We're waiting to see who blinks first

Mr. Wu, I'd like a picture

No problem

1,2,3

Enough.Enough.Thanks

Sorry about that

We'll be here forever if you take pictures with all of them

Please buy some flowers

They're out

Let me. Give him the flowers

Now go home and do your homework

For your wife? I knew you'd blink first

- Why give them to me? -You paid! For your girlfriend

My girlfriend?

3O RMB for two hours, sir

Let me get it

Excuse me, sir, can I ask you something?

- Is this car yours? -Yes

We're from the City Police Bureau's Criminal Division

This car was in a hit-and-run.

I hope you'll cooperate

Can you show us your driving license?

That's impossible!

I hardly drive. I'm not used to driving on the right

Did you drink?

No!

Is a Hong Kong driving license even legal here?

Of course. I completed all the paperwork

- Can you show me your police ID? -Yes

We've been tracking your car for several days

Days? That makes no sense

Isn't this under the jurisdiction of the traffic police?

Which section of the Police Bureau are you from again?

If you have questions,

ask them at the station

It's clear, right?

But right now I need your cooperation, okay?

I don't understand your procedures.

Let me call 110

You mean you're not willing to cooperate?

You think you deserve special treatment? Cuff him!

- What did you say? -Say what?

What are you doing? Freeze

How can the police...

You're obstructing police business. Shut your mouth!

One more word and I'll arrest you. Understand?

How can the police...?

Take him away!

Don't move!

We're bringing him in. We can verify there

You're not police

You're kidnapping me

Would you believe me if I denied it?

That's pretty much what happened

Even if it went down differently,

my version is now the official one

So you were impersonating a police officer?

Why not? Mr. Wu impersonated a cop too...

What movie was it?

It's not the same. Where are you keeping Mr. Wu?

Noidea

- You think this is funny? -Not especially

Then stop talking nonsense!

Zhang, you're not as smart as you think

- If you're so smart, find him yourself -Cocky much?

Me? You are! Hurry up and beat me!

You think you're special. But we caught you, didn't we?

You deserve a beating for what you did!

Stop jabbering and beat me then!

Zhang, we know you're not some petty thief

You're smart. Smart people do what's best for themselves

First, tell me how you found me

Chief, he keeps looking at the clock

We're running out of time.

But Mr. Wu should still be alive

He's still alive, right?

- Yep -Alive or dead makes all the difference

There's your opportunity. Think it through

In these cases,

his partners will be waiting for him to contact them

He never received any calls on his phone

He only made calls. We switched it off

They must have agreed on a deadline

Since we're all here, let's get down to business

You're accomplices will wait until when?

-9 -AM or PM?

PM

There's 9O minutes left. What happens then?

We follow the rules

What rules? Talk!

Execution

That's not a rule!

I have my own rulebook

I do how I please

I decide who lives and dies

Who do you think you are?

So you're going to keep fighting us?

For now you can only...

I have to consider

whether I still have any hope

Your only hope is to make amends for your crimes

Everything Zhang had with him is here

They were on him or in his car

Can I name one condition?

Go ahead

If I help save Mr. Wu,

then you'll let me go

You're not taking your situation seriously

lam. But this is what's on my mind

We live together or die together

I thought you were smarter

I am. I was as good as dead when I was caught

I'm gonna die, right? I'm a dead man for sure

The weapons alone add up to several death sentences

There were three firearms in his car's trunk

Two guns and a grenade on his person

We found another gun at his girlfriend's place

Kidnapping is too easy. He should secure the Diaoyu Islands!

Over 200 bullets of different calibers

Check them out!

5 bullets in the clip

1 bullet in the gun

No bullets in the revolver

9 bullets in the clip and 1 in the gun

29 bullets in the AK clip and 1 in the gun

Frankly, you're one capable guy

Where did you learn this stuff?

If I said from Hollywood movies, would you believe me?

Why not from the Black Cat Detective animation?

- I'm joking! -Enough!

The time you're wasting is your own. You get that?

The sooner the hostage is released, the better for you. Understand?

Zhang, we can't avoid the subject of Mr. Wu tonight

Let's get back to him

Did he fight back in the car after you kidnapped him?

You're a useless driver!

Am I your kidnapping target?

Mr. Wu, just blame it on bad luck

How could we not kidnap a movie star right in front of us?

How long was the drive?

It was about...

Stop trying to trick me

I told you my conditions. Give it some thought

Let's change the subject

Your guns? Quite a collection!

Where did you get them? Fill me in

He says he doesn't know your buddy

But they know money.

I'm paying for the next batch too

What's wrong?

- They don't want to sell to you -Why?

They say you look like a cop

Do I?

You are shit

Stop provoking. Carry on!

What are they saying?

That we're both cops

Explain that we're not cops

How do you say "friend" in Russian?

He won't buy this many firearms just for a kidnapping

Why did you secure so many weapons?

Can't I keep some secrets?

Thought I'd make history.

Too bad I missed my chance

Your role in history will only be that of a rotting corpse! Understand?

Can you guess how we found you?

I was careless. The women...

Five women including the one today.

Can you handle so many?

So you know everything!

The dumplings they ordered.

Eat them while they're hot

Thanks

Dig in. We have more

A movie star is too high profile a target

So you regret it?

Even millionaires have cash flow problems

We'd have abducted another ordinary guy if we'd known

Another ordinary guy? What do you mean?

He has other operations going on

I told you. I kidnapped only one person. That's Mr. Wu

Let's cut the chase

I'm telling nothing but the truth

The truth?

We can't talk if you're not going to be straight

Zhang, you've already lost

There's no point in continuing to fight with us

You still have some bargaining chips, don't you?

Don't look down. Look at me

What are your bargaining chips?

- A person -Better be still breathing

If something happens to the captive, what are you left with?

Your words won't help you. Understand?

- Yes -You have to see your situation clearly

If your conditions are reasonable,

I'll help you

You're a good talker. That's good

I get you

One question. ls there a second hostage?

Yes

Stop the car

This car was in a hit-and-run.

Please cooperate!

When was he kidnapped?

Yesterday

- Was the crime reported? -No

We lucked out. We thought he was rich

What's his name?

Didn't ask

What did you say?

The car belongs to...

- Who? -A loaner

- Loaner? -I borrowed it to drive home

Borrowed? Who do you think you're kidding?

The owner is my sex partner. She's dating a rich guy

She's dating a rich guy, but banging you? Is that right?

Why don't you call her?

I don't have her phone number

She's your sex partner but you don't know her number?

You threw my phone into the car. I don't remember the number

Is he still alive?

They're together

Get him some dumplings

"AWAKEN YOUR CONSCIENCE; ENRICH YOUR SOUL"

Guo, some dumplings!

Zhang, you have time and you don't

Tell me where the hostage is when you're done eating

No more blathering or you go straight to jail

Eat them while they're hot. Use your hands

Zhang, we have to resolve this today

Which of us is going to make that happen?

Eat them. They're getting cold

Deputy, your wife keeps calling; she says that your son...

Okay. I've got it

He's about to crack

He will resist to the very end

Zoom in

What is he mumbling. Turn up the volume

How did you find me?

Sit up. We're there

Get off. You should know when to be quiet

Any progress with the other guy?

Lots of tears but no dice.

How's your luck?

Look at him. Recognize him?

The movie guy? I know him only too well

How come you kidnapped him?

We just targeted that car, and he stepped out. Who better than him?

Mind your steps

- Was it easy? -A piece of cake

This one won't disappoint

That's for sure. Big game this time

A movie guy. Loaded for sure

Enough. Be sensitive to other's feelings

It's pretty simple. We value money more than life

A big star like you should walk around with a bodyguard

I do sometimes

Do you think your friend called the cops?

I made the call to check they were real cops?

- Are you Mr. Cheng? -Yes, I am

This is Deputy Cao

Hello, Deputy

Tell us what happened

I was scared so I kept as far back as possible

I saw everything

I need the money within 24 hours

In case I don't get it,

let me show you the consequences

Come on. Let me introduce you to a big star

Recognize him?

Yes

I kidnapped him just yesterday

What's your name?

My family name's Dou

Dough!

Are you as half-baked as your name?

I don't have patience with dishonest guys

Did I get my money? Did I?

- I asked you again if I got the money! -No

No? Right. Now I've got to do what I've got to

What time is it now?

Have 24 hours passed?

You tell me what else I should do

I really don't have any money!

What are you doing?

Let me show you. Step back

Stop! You can't do that

Wait? I can't do what?

You're not used to situations like this, right?

Take him out of here and suffocate him

Stop! Please listen to me!

Stop? What do you mean stop?

You said you value money over life, didn't you?

I did

I'll pay his ransom

Pretty generous

Real generous. What are we supposed to do now?

Stop. Please. Can't you stop?

This is the punishment for not paying up within 24 hours

You can't do that

Stop!

He said stop!

You're so worked up. So worked up

What's your connection to him?

No connection

But now we have a connection

I have my conditions. You take my money

He leaves with me

Thank you

It's okay

Go take a look

Right. It's the car in the middle

It turns north under Changhong Bridge

- Show me the next intersection -We can't

- How come? Why not? -The cameras

were being repaired

- Are you sure? -Positive

It's Zhang, right

(Lao

- Chief Li -it's Zhang

That's right

I knew it.

I'll bring Xing Feng and the others here

Why did you go to the club?

I'm investing in a movie

He's the lead. We'd signed the contract

and wanted to celebrate

Anything out of the ordinary about him today?

He had a fight with his wife

A fight?

Does he have any relatives in Beijing?

No. I know for sure he doesn't

I'm uncomfortable. Can you cuff my hands in front of me?

Him too

Mr. Wu, are you married?

No

Is it true that Hong Kong stars

don't want to get married early?

Fans won't accept it?

Just can't settle on one chick

There's a lot of big shots on your phone

Big movie stars

She's my dream woman

An autograph from her would rock

Tell me. How much money do you want?

How much do you have?

There's 100,000 on that card. You can overdraw some more

And?

There's another card at my home with 3 million on it

RM B?

Yes

Are you kidding me?

Ask him. How much I wanted for your life?

5 million

You're cheaper than him?

I know you expect a lot but you must be realistic

Do you think I'd lie in a situation like this?

When did you become famous? It was a long time ago

I've been watching your films for years

Only 3 million? You think I can believe that?

It's payment for my next movie.

My savings are in Hong Kong

Have your family wire cash from Hong Kong, can't you?

I'm not saying no. Just thinking what's best for you

It's not easy to wire money from Hong Kong

It will take a lot of time

Withdrawing cash is more practical

He rented a fancy apartment. I went there once

Take me there

Can you fire a gun?

Never tried a real one. The guns in movies are fake

Let me introduce to you...

a replica of a Soviet pistol from WW2

You showed us your face for two possible reasons

Either you never expected us to leave here alive,

or you're a man with incredible confidence

I hope it's the second one

I also hope you get the money soon so we can leave safely

Can you promise the 3 million won't cause me any problems?

Can you promise to set us free once you get the money?

If I let you go

You won't tell the cops?

You have my word

You're fine letting go of so much money?

I accept it. I can make the money again

But I only have one life

Where do you live?

- This looks like the place -Are you sure?

It's hard to tell

He drove me here after I paid him.

But it was daytime

At night, it's hard to recognize it

One King

Mr. Wu, I'm your fan. I really love your movies

I looked you up online. You got married?

- What's that? -Coke

I can't drink it

It'll kill me. I have acute diabetes

Can I drink from the tap?

No tap water. Only water from the well

For me too

Go get water from the well

Don't peek at my cards

Water from the well

Just go and get some

Would you please wash the cup first?

Who'd drink water from the well on a cold day like this?

How are you? Are you okay?

I'm used to it

How long have you had diabetes?

He lied. I wouldn't drink just any water either. Right, Mr. Wu?

My mother is a big fan too.

She loves your films

Who doesn't!

Here. Iced water from the well for you both

I hope you don't get diarrhea

We've been driving in circles. Sorry about that

I'm sure his apartment is in this neighborhood

The one on the left. That seems right

- This one? -Somehow it looks different now

I have many friends in the media.

Should we release something?

Right now, it's not a good time to alert the public

You risk putting the hostages in greater danger

Cao, it's Xing Feng

I checked Mr. Wu's car GPS records.

His place isn't far from you

Current Balance: 3 million RMB

Press #1 to continue your enquiry

- Could you win one single game? -Whatever,

I won't cheat

Got it

Boss wants us to tie them up with more chains

- With all the chains? -Right

An outgoing call was made 1O minutes ago

What number?

The bank's customer service line

Can we get a surveillance video?

- Can you make out the license plate? -it's obstructed

Chief

What's the update?

We came up empty at the victim's home

The suspect's car is our main clue.

We're searching for it

It's the same pattern.

We can investigate with the Kong Bros' case

Your old rivals?

We had two run-ins

Sit down please. Go ahead

The suspect Zhang was released one year ago

His accomplices are other inmates

This gang committed two crimes back-to-back

You're Second Brother Kong right? We're cops

We need your cooperation for our investigation. Okay?

Can't you just cooperate?

Okay. It's your call

Big Brother Kong, I understand your concerns

But we can't rush this. We have to take it slowly

Can you guarantee my brother's release?

That he'll return alive?

We have to work together

How? You're not giving me much confidence

Don't you see? They just want money.

But money is nothing to me

He wants one million right? Then I'll give him two

You guys should back off now

Zhang had the victim's brother

put the ransom in a canvas bag

But during the exchange, the brother wasn't cooperating with us

The guy's driving fast

I think they've spotted us; they're trying to get away

Have the others left your car?

Where are you?

On the bridge,

stop when you see a bicycle parked on your right

Drop the money from there

Chao, get out there and slow him down

Kong. Don't!

Who said you could follow me? Are you crazy?

Don't act rashly

To protect the hostage, we couldn't shoot at him

Road blocks didn't stop him either

The escape route seems carefully planned

Kong. I got the money. Thanks

But I've something to tell you

Your younger brother was too arrogant

After kidnapping him, I didn't want to keep him alive

How about this. For another million,

I'll tell you where he's buried

Yu, someone's looking for you in the office

I'll tell you where he's buried

This is Zhang

Hello, Mr. Wu

Dou, let me tell you something

- I couldn't find your bank card! -impossible!

Tell me where it is!

Where is it? Not in your room!

Think harder. Under your bed?

Or did you leave it at your girlfriend's place?

- No! -Anyway, I couldn't find it!

Impossible!

You'd better remember!

It's where I said

Are you sure? ls there any other money?

No!

You're a good actor

It's a shame you didn't become an actor yourself

Were you a soldier?

Yes

I was a soldier in South China before I moved to Hong Kong

But you said you never fired a gun

I was trying to protect myself

Protect yourself?

How am I supposed to trust you?

Is the money on the card the amount I said?

I haven't checked yet

Let's make a video

- Come on. Say something -Say what?

Say you're fine. That you're eating and drinking

I'll keep the chains out of the shot. Action!

It's me

Why is it flashing?

Flashing?

Isn't it recording?

- It is. I'm filming it -You can rewind it

to check

No. That's fast forward

No. Let me take a look. I know how to do it

This one...

- What is it? -What did you do?

What do you mean?

You think you can stop me.

I'll just record you with my phone!

What's that for? Didn't you promise

to free us once you're paid?!

What are you filming for? What's your plan?

- What are you going to do with the video? -Shut up!

What are you doing? You have more people and more guns

But I'm not afraid of you. You think you're tough?

Put the gun down if you really are

- Shut up! -We're all men here.

We're supposed to honor our words

I'm not judging you on your line of work

But integrity means something to you too, doesn't it?

Otherwise, would your men respect you? Would they?

I promised to pay

But I can't respect you when you play dirty

What should I call you?

Call me Zhang

Zhang. The bank's opening soon. Who's going to get the money?

Pick a reliable friend

and have him pick it up

I can't do that to a friend

You can rest assured that I'm a man that plays by the rules

Zhang plays by no rules. There's nothing he won't do

Kong, we're the police

Stay where you are. We're the police

There's a case that may involve you

They're not cops! Call the police!

Quickly, call the cops!

Can't you cooperate?

Licence plate #507

By chance I was working with Cao nearby

so we went together

We didn't catch up with them until we'd almost left the city

Police! Freeze!

Freeze!

(Lao, what's your status'?

We're giving chase. On the outskirts of the city

- Faster! -Shut up!

Watch out for the grenade!

After Zhang escaped, the gang broke up.

They went into hiding

We were able to track down some of them

It was...who asked me to get Kong?

Who?

My brother

Police! Freeze!

Settle down!

Come with me

It was Dong who asked me to get Kong

- Where's Zhang? -I don't know

- You'd better start cooperating -I really don't know. I only know Dong

Dong used to be a key figure in the gang

We've been looking for him since he split from Zhang

Wu?

I know it's late, but I need to ask a favor

Alright. Just say it

I've been kidnapped

Where are you?

Far away

How far away? In the city, in the suburbs, or where?

Tell me!

Don't ask...

My kidnapper will call you

Please withdraw my money and give it to him

Make sure I'm still alive before you give him the money

And don't...

Call the police

And don't what? Call the police?

What did you mean?

It means what it means.

Just relax, okay?

He called. Can you come over right now?

Mr. Wu called you because he trusts you.

Don't betray that trust

Okay?

I'll call the bank when it opens.

Otherwise, you can't withdraw so much money

The car Zhang's driving was reported stolen

I checked the surveillance.

It points to Bo

I just sent Shengli to the bank.

Now we know the place pretty well

Let's work out a plan

Just hours ago I was negotiating with a big investor

He agreed to pay me 10 million

to shoot a film during New Year

And now someone asked a fraction of that

for my life!

All for the sake of money!

Rich or poor, we're chained together here

This is the first time

I've shared a blanket with a man

Not for me

My brother and I shared a bed when we were little

I knew my life was finished when I ended up here

Everything will be okay. Just pretend I'm your brother

Nevermind. Let's share it

Zhang, it's too cold!

That's all. Now that you're here, we're taking off

Mr. Su,

if you're concerned about your own safety

we can take your place when meeting the kidnappers

Wu and I go way back. We were in the army together

He came to me at a time like this. It means he trusts me

They'll contact you again.

We'll be here, waiting with you

Can't you tough it out?

Maybe you'll be out of here by tomorrow

Grab some sleep

Do you go home for the New Year?

Go home? I don't think I can go home

In our line of work, we can't go home when we want to

Now that you mention home

I really miss my mother

Don't you have a code in your line of work?

Yes, money rules

Kidnapping is for money. You don't have to kill people

In the old days, the legendary bandits...

In the old days! That's too long ago

Don't mention ancient history

Then we'll talk about the present

There's someone in Hong Kong

just like you...

I know who you're talking about.

To me he's nothing

At least he follows his rules

Are you afraid I'll change my mind when I get my hands on the money?

I have no choice but to place my trust in you

Actually, you'e earned my respect, Mr. Wu

I mean it. The people I kidnap are usually weak

Some had no humanity left at the end. But you...

Maybe it's because I was in the army

Our son leaves hospital today. You promised to stay with him

Did you sleep well?

- Okay -Let's return to work

After leaving Wu's place, Zhang drove northeast out of the city

Kung Hey Fat Choy! How old were you then?

Maybe 39

You never age

Thanks

Everyone's lot in life is different

Some are born high, some are born low

One shouldn't complain,

sometimes we make our own problems

I don't mean you. I've my own issues. I'm getting selfish and...

Can you tell me what my problems are?

You don't have any problems

- Right -You really think so?

Of course. I was in jail for nine years

it felt like forever. But I eventually got out

After nine years, can't you find something real to do?

Something real? You tell me what something real is?

- Like finding yourself a job -Working for somebody?

- Why not? -9 to 5? Or maybe become an actor?

First, I have no money

Second, I have no big shot to back me up

Third, I have no connections. You tell me what I should do

Okay, okay. So kidnapping it is then

Kidnapping is better isn't it?

Kidnapping is better

Kidnapping isn't the goal

What is the goal then?

- Are we getting out? -Not your business!

Stay still!

Take it's easy. It's daytime. Just covering your eyes

Everything's okay. Please work with us, Mr. Wu

Mr. Su, please put this on.

This is the largest vest we have

I know the risks. Death doesn't scare me

Besides, do you really think it will fit?

It's still a bit too small

- Good morning -it's Mr. Wu

What can I do for you?

I need money for an emergency

They're on the move

Can you help me make the withdrawal?

- How much? -3 million

Hello, Mr. Wu

Mr. Lu, do me a favor

The maximum you can withdraw today is 1 million

-1 million? -They drove northeast.

They should be in Shunyi by now

We can file a special request for the rest.

You'll get it tomorrow

Alright

Okay. That's all then

Are you coming in person?

No, a friend will

I need to take a leak

Hold it. We'll be home soon

I can't wait. I can't hold it anymore

Just hold it

I can't. And my pants will get wet and freeze up

Pull over

Our big star can't hold it anymore

Thanks

What are you doing?

What's this?

A pillar

Please turn around. I can't do it with you watching

How do you know we're watching?

I can feel it

Zhang, how are you going to spend the money?

Guns

Guns? You already have guns, don't you?

Not enough

Okay. I'm finished

Don't make this any harder

If you try anything,

I'll kill the driver too

Su, wait for me at the bank

Okay

You know which branch?

Yes. Oh, is Mr. Wu with you?

You can talk to him

Su?

I'm fine

Did you hear that?

I'd like to talk to him

Cut the nonsense, okay?

Nonsense? I'm cooperating.

But I need to know he's safe

So the oops are next to you? That's why you sound tough

What cops? Stop wasting my time

Su, 10am. See you at the bank

He was still playing with toys when I was on the battlefield

What's the color of the car?

Silver grey. They didn't look like good guys to me

Mr. Wu, do you really want to know why I need more guns?

Tell me if you want to

I met somebody in jail

He was security for a bank vault.

He and I really hit it off

He enlightened me on a way to get rich quick

All I need is three minutes before the cops arrive

Kidnapping is nothing. It's just for amateurs

But you two have to keep my secret for me

Zhang, I have a small request!

I'd like an apple. "Apple" rhymes with "safe" in Chinese

This area is covered in apple trees,

but there's no time

If you don't hear from me by 9pm,

then I'm in trouble

Is it the tractor whose driver filed the report?

It is. It's verified

I'll send somebody to the suburbs

Okay, I'll send Chao to check it out

We're setting up roadblocks now. We'll let him through

The suspect said 10am.

The hostage might not be with him

We'll arrest him as soon as he appears

Snipers, if he goes for his gun,

incapacitate him

We want him alive

Roger

52 RMB

Keep the change

Thanks. Here's your receipt

I want to know how this plays out for him

Get to the lobby of Shangdong Mall in 15 minutes

Brother Wu, why did he tell us about the vault?

Don't you think we know too much?

It's just some madcap idea

A fantasy that stands no chance

You mean he's bragging?

Mr. Wu, look here!

Somebody online claims you were arrested

What did they write?

That your acting career is coming to an end

Someone says it's for visiting hookers!

Another one writes you're involved with gangsters!

Honestly, it'd be nice if I really had been arrested

I'm here. Where are you?

Go to the pine tree in the middle of the atrium

I left something there for you

Don't be afraid. It's just an envelope

Zhang may not be here

Our target isn't there. He's on the Fourth Ring Road

- There's nothing here -I'm mistaken

It's under the trash can

What are you thinking about?

MR. SU

Bring up the south gate's surveillance footage

From 10am

Zoom in

Drive in the direction the suspect came from

See if you can find any recently rented houses

Located the taxi.

There's no surveillance camera where he got off

He was seen uncovering

his license plate

So he's going into the city

A dozen houses are for rent

Including the small courtyard of an orchard

Don't give away any clue to why we're asking

I'm exhausted

Just because you wanted an apple, I had to run a whole kilometer

Couldn't you drive?

Zhang said not to drive during the day

They're clean. No need to wash them

Go ahead. Zhang asked us to get them for you

Don't worry. When you leave, we'll give you a good send off

One million

No word for a long time.

Is Mr. Wu in danger?

Don't worry, Mr. Su. They probably want delivery at night

- Got the money? -Yes

What denomination?

100 RMB notes. There's no 500 RMB notes

I'll call you back this evening

He's on the Third Ring Road. He's pretty close

Scouting during the day, taking action at night. The same trick again

Put more people on the streets to find his car

Get up! We're the police. Sit up!

What's your name?

Stop!

Behave yourself!

Squau

All I did was get two cars for Dong.

I don't know anything

Doesn't Dong have a mobile phone?

Sometimes yes, sometime no

Don't play tricks. Why'd you ask about tickets the past two days?

Dong showed up

Looks like he's trying to run

Get some help! Let's go!

Stop pushing!

Dong!

Stop! Police!

Freeze!

Where is Zhang?

I don't know. I really don't

Behave yourself!

But I got to tell you

he has a grenade on him all the time

He's ready to die with you guys

Shoot to kill if you see him

Shut up!

Dong wants Zhang dead,

so there's no witnesses left

Zhang told him

he rented a farmhouse in the suburbs

Next to an orchard

Orchard? What kind of orchard?

He doesn't know

Get more people. We need more manpower

The main team looks for his car in the city; the rest locate the courtyard

There's no word for a long time. Why not give him a call?

He changes his SIM card with every call.

Nobody knows his number

You seem to know a lot

Of course, he's played a cop so many times

Have you seen my movies?

I have

What do you think of my acting?

I'd say it's just okay

You should take kidnapping roles more often

That'd be great. I could use you as a model

Do you think I can become a star someday?

Maybe

Search within a 3km radius of the target's last known position

No progress yet. No sighting of the target

I'm still looking. Nothing yet

No sightings around his mother's home

- No sightings from Team #6 -Team #9 has nothing to report

Team #3 is still searching. No sightings

Where's he?

He's inside our target area.

We'll find him

I've checked a dozen courtyards.

Do I need to cruise the streets?

Stick with the courtyards.

Enough people are on the streets

Okay

Have you eaten yet?

Not yet

Got it! Coming!

Control, we've found the suspect's car

ls anybody inside?

No. We found it by chance

we can't pinpoint the building

Okay. Continue the search. Our men will be there soon

Yes or no?

Wait. Let me think

Yes or no?

Cang, will you still gamble when you get your share?

I can't help myself

Which one should I keep?

I don't play. I don't know the odds

Go with your gut

This one

Two kings!

A bomb! A flush and two tens

What the hell?

What? A bomb? How am I supposed to know what a bomb is?

You don't know what a bomb is?

Didn't you act in "God of Gamblers"? You've ruined me

Does that even make sense?

I also play cops. I should have arrested you

Shuffle them!

Chao, where are you?

Okay. Hurry up!

The shot you took at Dong today was right on target

I thought you'd forgotten. You owe me a dinner

Thank you

So what's the situation here?

Zhang must come out to collect the ransom

There's only one exit

so we can ambush him right here

We'll take him the moment he steps out

The area is a big chaotic and it's too crowded

Zhang has guns and even a grenade

Chief Li

As you're there, you know the situation better

If the public will be put in danger,

don't tackle him there

It's not suitable for the operation

Can you leave it somewhere else?

What?

Give it to me!

Let go!

Darn it!

Are you coming back?

Yes

But when?

Soon, a day, or in two weeks?

Don't play with guns

Listen to me. If I die,

have the baby for my mother's sake

If you die, I'm not keeping the child

I'm not kidding!

He's out

He's got into the car

Someone looked out of a window above. Seemed to be a woman

The car's moving. I'm following. Those outside, stay alert

- I'm so sorry -Get away!

Don't let him get away

Don't worry. We'll take him today

He's deliberately circling. Xing Feng, back off a bit

Okay. I'll drive straight ahead. Guo, take over

Okay

Don't tell me where to go yet.

I have to see Mr. Wu

He's in my car. We'll make the exchange

Two more blocks and his tire's gonna be flat

Chao, wait for him at the next intersection

No problem

We're keeping him on the phone. He hasn't given a location yet

Why are you going around in circles,

it's making me dizzy

Why am I doing all this? Of course, for my friend

Guo, you take a right ahead. I'll stay on his tail

I'm back to base. I'll wait at the garage

We scouted this location.

When you turn right, you'll see the garage

The money's right here.

Let me speak to my friend

I drugged him. He's sleeping

You drugged him? Then I'll wait until he wakes up

How about this...

You alert him

Buddy, you've got a flat tire!

Stop playing or I'll kill him. I mean it

Your tire is flat

It's Zhang. Everyone, get into position

It's dangerous. Tell everyone to be careful

Why are you parking there? Do you think you own the road?

What an attitude!

- He's out of his car -Sir, can I help you?

My tire. Have a look at it

His hands are in his pockets

- Let me get my tools -Looks like a punctured tire. See!

Chief. It's a good opportunity. Shall we take him now?

Xing Feng, take him!

Xing Feng, he's carrying a gun and a grenade.

- Don't let him get away -No worries

"Your son is still waiting."

"Call him when you have a moment"

Cao, should something happen to me...

Cut it out. Focus on bringing him in

Everyone, follow the plan!

I'll grab his arms. Others hold him down.

Cao will handle the grenade

Who's that woman?! I'm talking to you!

A workmate!

Why didn't you pick up my call?

What's her name?

Police! Freeze!

Let go!

He took out the safety pin!

Okay, we've got him! Mission accomplished!

He had two guns and a grenade on him

Bring him over now

Go! Get inside!

- Which room? -The one at the end

Mind your step!

Here!

Stand straight! Against the wall!

- Stand straight! -Can you talk?

Yes

Do you know why we arrested you?

- What specifically are you talking about? -Let's begin with the last one

What the last one to you?

You don't want to cooperate?

I do. But tell me who you're talking about

Give me a name so I know how much you know

- Wu! -Wu what?

The movie actor. Need I say more?

So you do know!

Is this just a game to you?

Do you know this guy?

- No -He's our chief

How'd you get to know Mr. Wu?

Who? I didn't know him

- So it's not for revenge? -No. Not at all

Did you target him?

I thought he was Chow Yun-fat!

Where did you take him?

Listen up!

If you ask me that,

of course I can't tell you!

I also hope nothing will happen to Mr. Wu

How about I call my men to evacuate first

And then I'll take you there. How's that?

- Evacuate where? -Run away

Run away to where?

Wherever. That isn't my concern anymore

You think you can flee this world. What a joke!

Can you loosen my handcuffs?

- In your dreams! -Spit it out!

How do you expect me to cooperate when you're so stubborn

Let me talk to the one who arrested me. Understand?

Hello. It's the apartment management

We need to check a water leak,

please open UP

There's no leak here. Check other apartments

Don't move! Squat down and place your hands on your head!

Come back quickly, okay!

Chief Zhang, her name is Chen. We didn't know about her

She could be someone he just met

She's not well.

Liu Yun took her to the hospital

Zhang, what's it going to be?

You want to try your luck one last time, right?

I underestimated you.

I really mistook you for a migrant worker

Get to it. Say what you need to say

Can you get to the point?

I didn't expect you to be a better actor than me

Zhang, if you want a one-on-one conversation,

then stop wasting time. Where's the hostage?

Can I start from the beginning?

Go ahead

Cang, the noodles are ready. They'll warm you up

Are you nuts?! Why didn't you just yell out?

Have some noodles first

Zhang asked us to keep our voices down

Why are you afraid to answer the phone?

Were the dumplings good?

- Just so-so -Not as good as home-cooked ones?

Nothing compares to my mom's dumplings

Thought things through? Ready to talk?

I'm getting there

If you keep dawdling,

your buddies will get anxious

Don't worry about them. I'm the boss. I call the shots

Can you stop talking about being the big boss?

Why?

You get 3 million

But Dong only 100,000. What were you thinking?

- Who told you that? -Dong did!

I have my own rules when it comes to dividing money

You give money to your girlfriend

but not your buddies?

You call them rules. I call it dishonorable

What's dishonorable about it?

It's my money and my rules

Tell me how you divide the money

However I well please!

I've gotta keep some for myself, right?

What for?

To buy guns and pay the rent!

- Why rent? -To keep hostages!

- To ransom? -Sure!

- And release them after payment? -Should I? I have to kill them

- And bury them? -Bury them

And plant a peach tree on top? Or it plum or apricot trees?

An apple tree!

But any tree will do

Are there apple trees on any of the grounds under your watch?

Have you thought what to do if Zhang is arrested?

Why hasn't he called yet?

Stop it. I'm the boss when he's not here

I played a cop in a movie once. There's a line:

"The minimum sentence for kidnapping is 1O years."

Were you playing a Hong Kong cop or a Mainland cop?

A mainland cop!

Mr. Wu, you're a good guy

Actually, they don't watch your movies much,

but I do

And I've always thought you really great

Thank you. Go on

I can't seem to think straight

Go on

No.I can%

Playing for time?

It won't change the outcome

Zhang wants to see his girlfriend

Which one?

The woman in the apartment today

He said she's pregnant and it's his last chance to tell her something

It's just an excuse.

He's plotting something

Whatever his plan, let's say yes

Does he think his girlfriend is still at home?

We told him nothing. Did we find anything in her apartment?

A gun

It's better in the hospital then

Do we have enough time?

The hospital isn't far

Get everything there locked down

We're not leaving them alone together anyway

Okay, then. Let's do it

It's as much our opportunity as his

You guys have guts! If you didn't act fast,

we'd all be dead

The way I see it though, you were too slow

It was a close call. You should have just shot me dead

Wishing you were dead? That's no fun.

I wanted to chat with you myself

You're a great guy. Did you break a bone when you fell?

My back is fine. I can take a fall like that

I should say something

There's no harm in being optimistic...

But...

Go on...

You're not going to act in any more movies

What?! What did you say?

Honestly, whether we get the money or not,

you're not leaving alive

Zhang always wanted it that way.

There's nothing I can do

All I can do is say I'm sorry

Eat up!

Don't cry!

You can't cry!

Listen to him! Crying's useless

You beat us, take our money and think you can just say sorry!

Help!

You guys don't play fair!

Enough!

Okay. Stop hollering!

It's useless to cry out. Stop it!

Are you sure? I thought Zhang was a man of honor

Man of honor? He's a lunatic!

He treats me like shit. Why should he treat you any better

Just accept your fate

Double check the locks

Leave nobody alive. It's not like you're our first

Bury him alive

When I kidnapped him, I didn't want to keep him alive

How about this? For another million

I'll tell you where he's buried

Thank you, doctor

Did you hear that? You're okay

You're to meet your boyfriend in a little while

What's happening to him?

Let's cooperate. We won't be hard on you

I don't get why you want to see her and not your mother

What can I say to my mother? That I'm going to be executed?

If I die, the person who'll take it hardest is her

So you regret your actions?

I only regret not killing her

the day I got out of prison

- What are you saying? -If I did,

she'd not feel pain when I die

I'd have no more attachments

This isn't the way to my girl's place

We took her to the hospital

Why the hospital?

She wasn't well

Your girlfriend is coming downstairs. You'll wait for her here

Can't we go up to see her?

Is this up to you?

Not up to me. But what's the difference

between here and up there?

There she is! Right? You can talk right here

Can't we talk alone

- Do you really expect that? -Can't we have a little privacy?

What would you say out of earshot, Zhang

- Nothing! -She's here.

What are you waiting for?

Wei...

This may be our last time together. Why don't you hug me?

What's going on?

Why?

Can't you see what's happening?

- But why? -it's our last time together.

Give me a kiss

Break them up!

- What are you doing? -Tell me your surname

Tell me your family name please!

- I'm dead already -Don't listen to him

Don't lie to me!

Get inside. It's cold out here

I'm a dead man

What's hidden there?

Take a guess

Zhang, you're disgusting!

Take off his pants in the car. See what he hid

I'll do it

A key for handcuffs in his pants

Zhang, we've done our best for you, haven't we?

- You guys are amazing! -What other tricks do you have?

Just tell us now!

Is it okay if I don't? I changed my mind

Get up!

Okay. We've got it!

We'll take you there

This is the last meal for both of you

Dig in so you'll have a full stomach when you're on your way

What kind of dumplings?

Pork

I don't eat meat. I'm a vegetarian

Nobody told us. We didn't prepare anything veggie

Lift it up again. I want to see the fireworks too

By 9pm, whether Zhang calls or not,

you'll be on your way

Stop. I'll be by your side until the very end

Brother Wu, aren't you scared?

I am. But because you're here I have to act brave

Your just being alive gives me hope, you know?

That sports car belongs to my girlfriend, my real girlfriend

But if I'd asked her to send money,

I'd have put her in danger

I want to deal with this alone.

She might not even know I'm in trouble

You acted like a real man

There's no hope for us now

We can hope the last mile of our journey

won't be too rough

Have you watched my comedies?

Let me act one out for you?

Have you been to my concerts?

I tried but couldn't get a ticket to your last one

Your graves are ready

Zhang said we'll plant an apple tree afterwards

Mr. Wu, apples are your favorite, aren't they?

"Applause comes in the midst of cheers"

"And a smile takes the place of tears"

"Curtains up, a happy face is revealed"

"He keeps his loneliness concealed"

"Sweat and tears"

"He's endured them for years, to stand here"

"Be it for shame or for glory,"

"Who else knew what he had to pay"

"A clown, just a clown"

"He masked his sorrow with a smile,"

"just for you"

Make a left turn ahead. The highway would be faster

Keep going straight. The third left turn is a shortcut

You actually know where it is

Zhang, you asked them to wait until 9pm, right?

But there's guy who might disobey my instructions

I was going to kill him

as soon as I got hold of the ransom

Aren't you afraid Zhang won't return with the money?

I don't mind telling you, that if he did come back,

he'd want to kill me before dividing up the ransom

Gang, you worry too much'.!

Or maybe I'll kill him first

Your slaughtering each other will be a sight

It's a pity I can't witness it

Let's clean out and get ready to leave

It's not yet 9pm. Zhang said 9pm

So it's whenever he says?

He's the boss. Who else shall we listen to?

So what I say means nothing?

Stop it! It's only a few minutes difference

Does this place look familiar?

Tell me how many people are there?

Chief, your call is really timely

How did you identify the place?

The tractor driver gave us the area

Dong's confession narrowed it down

But something Zhang said was the key

We checked out three apple orchards

We then locked onto this one halfway up a hill

This resort is 300 meters

from our target

Everything points to this location,

but we don't know what to expect inside

Just now Zhang confessed there are three men inside

with five guns

The two hostages are being kept on the building's east side

He has no more bargaining chips, so he should be telling the truth

Let me go in first

No, I'll go first

Okay. Don't fight over it. Both of you play it by ear

I want to say something. Please hear me out

Is it really worth it?

You're a kidnapper. The penalty for kidnapping is ten years

But if you kill us, then you're a murderer

You'll get the death penalty. Is it worth it?

Say you kill us, but then get shot by the police?

Or by Zhang? Is it worth it?

I have a better plan

You set us free. Zhang gets his one million

Tomorrow, I'll get the other two million for you. I promise

That works out best for everyone

- Turn off your walkie-talkies -The hostage's safety is our priority

Shoot to kill if a suspect raises a gun

Be careful, everyone

We'll go through the woods. The trees will cover us

The suspect wants to talk to whoever is going in first

I just want to remind you of something

My buddies' guns are loaded.

The first one to enter dies first

A straight shot to the head

Got it

Thanks

Remember what you said. We're going to get him alive

Hurry UP!

Fatty?

What are you doing?

Hurry up! Ignore him!

- Hurry! -He still has two million

Don't hit him!

Stop! Can everyone just stop?

It's only death

Cang, what are you doing?

Sparing us some trouble later

-it's not time yet -Don't give me that shit

Zhang said 9pm. It's not time yet

Put the gun down!

Put it down!

Hurry up! Stop stalling!

At the same time

Just accept it. This is your fate

You haven't said a word since your rescue.

Why?

You must have gone through similar experiences

as an actor

Movies are make-believe. This is real

It really happened

Thank you very much

Thank you

The flowers are for your wife. No more fighting, please!

No worries. I'll bury the hatchet

Brother Wu

this is my girlfriend

Thank you. Thank you so much. Thank you

A new day begins

Who knows what awaits us

So", you're up early?

Sorry, I've been so busy

Now for the news

Last night, Beijing police broke up a kidnapping gang

Five suspects were arrested and two hostages rescued

One hostage is said to be a movie star surnamed Wu

We'll stay on top of the news as it develops

The People's Court of Beijing

has made final judgment on Case #223

Zhang Hua and two of his accomplices are sentenced to death...

for murder, kidnapping and the illegal purchase, sale and possession of...

firearms and ammunitions

Two others are sentenced to life in prison and a fixed term respectively

Don't get too excited

Mum, I've settled down. No more trouble-making

Son, I feel so guilty for not raising you right

No worries. Take care of yourself when I'm gone

Don't act the same in your next life

I wasn't one in this life, but I'll be a filial son in the next

My son!

Take this as my kowtowing to you!

My son!

I told him he didn't have to come,

but he insisted

I don't know why, but I really wanted to see you one last time

Our last opportunity for a little chat

Yes

But what to talk about? You want to give me a lecture?

Or let off some steam?

There's a lot I wanted to say,

but now that I'm here I don't know where to begin

People's lot in life can be so different

Your lot in life is really good

Yes. My lot in life is good