

Bullet in the Head
Three childhood friends from the slums of Hong Kong flee to war-time Saigon after accidentally murdering a gang leader, but their troubles only escalate.
Critics Sentiment
Paul shoots Frank in the head to silence his screaming
Ben marries Jane with Frank paying for the wedding reception
The film dramatically escalates from the relatively mundane wedding sequence to the devastating POW camp torture and Frank's shooting.
Critics consistently praised Bullet in the Head as a masterpiece that starts strong and builds to devastating emotional heights. The Vietnam War sequences, particularly the POW camp and Paul's betrayal of Frank, were universally acclaimed as powerfully moving and heartbreaking. While some found minor issues with pacing or editing, the overwhelming consensus celebrates it as one of Woo's finest achievements.
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Tony Leung Chiu-wai
Ben / Siu Bun

Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau
Frank / Fai Jai

Waise Lee Chi-Hung
Paul / Sau Ming

Simon Yam
Luke / Lok

Fennie Yuen Kit-Ying
Jane / Siu Jan

Yolinda Yan Chor-Sin
Sally Yan Sau Ching

Lam Chung
Mr Y.S. Leong

Nina Paw Hei-Ching
Ben's Mother

Chang Gan-Wing
Jane's Father

So Hang-Suen
Jane's Mother

Chang Tseng
Paul's Father

Siao San-Yan
Mr. Shing

Paco Yick Tin-Hung
Ringo
Pei Yun
Frank's Mother

Tsui Kwong-Lam
Frank's Father
Ding Yue
Kowit Wattanakul
Therdporn Manopaibool
Damrongphandhu Sudrak
Suchai Thilua
Crew
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