Review of Shanghai Grand (1996) by Anthony V — 18 Sep 2008

Good performances from Cheung and Lau highlight the story of two gangland partners with very different motivations.

This review of Shanghai Grand (1996) was written by Anthony V on 18 Sep 2008.

Shanghai Grand has generally received mixed reviews.

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