The Prosecutor (2024)
The Prosecutor (2024)
Directed by: Donnie Yen
Starring: Donnie Yen, Julian Cheung, Michael Hui, Francis Ng, MC Cheung Tin-fu
Genre: Action / Legal Thriller / Crime
Runtime: 118 minutes
Country: Hong Kong / China
Overview
The Prosecutor follows Fok Chi-ho (Donnie Yen), a former cop turned prosecutor who reopens a controversial drug case after discovering signs of corruption and wrongful conviction. His investigation puts him at odds with powerful figures in the justice system, forcing him to fight both inside the courtroom and on the streets to uncover the truth.
The film blends courtroom tension with intense, kinetic action sequences — a rare combination in modern Hong Kong cinema. Yen not only stars but also directs, infusing the movie with his signature precision in both drama and action choreography.
Highlights
Donnie Yen delivers one of his most grounded performances in years, balancing emotional weight with trademark physicality.
The film’s courtroom debates are gripping, but the standout moments are still Yen’s hand-to-hand combat scenes, choreographed with realism and impact.
A unique fusion of legal drama and action, showing a more mature, story-driven side of Yen compared to his usual martial arts roles.
Cinematography is slick and atmospheric, using cold blue tones to emphasize the moral ambiguity of the justice system.
Memorable Moments
The opening chase and fight sequence that sets the tone for the film’s intensity.
Fok’s first major courtroom scene, where he challenges the corrupted system with both intellect and passion.
The final subway confrontation, combining legal stakes with brutal close-quarters combat — one of the best action climaxes in recent Hong Kong films.
Critical Reception
Critics praised Yen’s direction and commitment to portraying a more complex, morally conflicted character.
The blend of action and courtroom drama received mixed reactions — some found it refreshing, others thought the pacing uneven.
On aggregate review sites, The Prosecutor holds an average score around 7.5/10, with particular praise for its cinematography, performances, and social themes surrounding justice and corruption.
Final Verdict
The Prosecutor is a bold and thoughtful entry in Donnie Yen’s filmography — a legal thriller with the muscle of an action film and the conscience of a drama. It may not be flawless in pacing, but it’s emotionally charged, visually sharp, and morally compelling.
Rating: 7.5/10Smart, stylish, and surprisingly introspective — Donnie Yen proves he’s more than just an action star.
