First Strike [1997] (REGION 1) (NTSC)

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Action-god Jackie Chan does his best James Bond impression with First Strike, an ecstatic sequel to the classic Supercop. The bare-bones plot has Chan in pursuit of international terrorists, but the narrative quickly gives way to an unceasing barrage of insane stunt work (including a nitro-fuelled ski chase and a grandiose fight scene set inside a functioning shark tank). As with most of the ageing star's recent films, there is more of an emphasis placed on big, impersonal (albeit impressive) stunts rather than the close-up combat that made him famous; but the end result is still a must-see rush for longtime fans and a great introduction for newcomers eager to see what all the well-deserved fuss is about. The scene where Jackie takes on multiple goons while armed only with a ladder is one of his most jaw-dropping set pieces ever--and that's saying quite a lot. Be sure to stick around for the closing credits of gags gone awry, which graphically prove that Chan is truly the hardest working man in show business. --Andrew Wright

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Bags of fun!.......2008-02-25

This is one of the funniest action films I have seen. The most memorable scenes are of Chan fighting off enemy agents in the snow wearing the silliest woolly hat you've ever seen.

There are also great scenes of fighting on the ledge of a skyscraper plus all the usual scrapes and excitement.

Easy to watch, plenty of visual jokes and quite a good, if far-fetched, story too.

Some of Chan's best stunts make this a must buy........2001-03-12

Jackie Chan takes his Police Story character for one last spin. Going undercover and breaking out of prison as he attempts to bring down a dangerous gang of criminals. The story allows Chan to show off his superb fighting skills as well as some of the best set piece stunts on video. Even Yeoh is not to be outdone. Despite her limited training at the time she lands a bike on a moving train. This stunt was set to steal the show so Chan decided to go one better and wrote in his own show stopper with a helicopter.

An enjoyable flick for the family.......2000-08-23

Jackie chan at his best again. Enjoyable plot and good humour. What more can i say?

Worth seeing........2000-08-12

I actually got this DVD as a birthday present. Though only one part of the film shows traditional Jackie Chan style action scenes, (which includes him showing that a metal ladder is not just for decorating high walls!) the humour is excellent; especially in the fighting scenes. May favourite part of the film is either a cross between the battle against the Tsui family, or the struggle against someone who would do well as a stand-in for Jaws (Richard Kiel) from 007!

I'll tell you no more; you must see the film for yourself. A recommendation!

Not classic Jackie.......2000-07-01

Well, from the reviews above you would expect this movie to be a classic but it does not rate highly with me. I used to enjoy this film but after watching his Hong Kong films I find this to be drab due to it's non-exsistant storyline and large chunks with no action in. The villians are laughable too, with cliched gangster-style suits, they are just being evil for the sake of it. The fight where Jackie uses numerous objects to defeat his foes( including a metal ladder) is worthy of Chan, but this is one of very few of the films saving graces. If you have seen Jackie's Hong Kong films( such as the classic Police Story) I advise you to be wary and rent this movie first.

First Strike/Mr. Nice Guy [1997] (REGION 1) (NTSC)

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First Strike/Mr. Nice Guy [1997] (REGION 1) (NTSC)
Jackie Chan
Manufacturer: Turner Home Entertainment
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B000094J9R
Release Date: 2003-04-29

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First Strike [1997] (REGION 1) (NTSC)
Starring: Jackie Chan
Manufacturer: Turner Home Entertainment
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: 0780653076
Release Date: 2005-09-06

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First Strike [1997] (REGION 1) (NTSC)
Starring: Jackie Chan
Manufacturer: Turner Home Entertainment
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

All Action & Adventure | Action & Adventure | Categories | DVD | Video

Heroes & Heroines | Action & Adventure | Categories | DVD | Video

DVD | Format (binding_browse-bin) | Refinements | DVD | Video
ASIN: B000GAKO7I
Release Date: 2005-09-06

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