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Raging Phoenix (2009)
Directed by Rashane Limtrakul
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A violent gang is abducting and killing women around Thailand. Sanim and his friends, having had loved ones abducted, have joined together to break the gang of kidnappers. In a botched kidnap attempt, Deu is saved by Sanim’s crew. After learning their unique martial arts style, Deu helps lure the gang into an epic battle to save the women across Thailand.
Length 112 minutes
Actors
JeeJa Yanin | Marc Hoang | David Bueno | Kazu Patrick Tang | Nui Saendaeng | Sompong Leartvimolkasame | Boonprasert Salangam | Roongtawan Jindasing | Saroch Ruampaothai | Klongkrit Klaydang | Pramote Keawchan | Pongoanai Naiyananont | Tulaya Huntra | Tim Man
Viewing History (seen 2 times)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2023 | Home Theater | Blu-ray | Owned | 6 stars |
| 02/02/2011 | TV | Streaming | Video on Demand | 3.5 stars |
| (Average) 4.75 stars |
Viewing Notes
I really wanted to like this movie more than I did. Starring JeeJa Nanin who made her debut in Chocolate, one of my favorite martial arts movies, Raging Phoenix seems to blow through all the good, entertaining action scenes in the first half hour. From there it’s downhill, with a convoluted and silly story and odd set pieces that just don’t live up to the promise of the beginning of the movie.
Some of the best scenes are at the beginning and combine drunken Muai Thai and breakdancing in a very effective and entertaining manner. I really loved the first few fight sequences.
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