

The Sparring Partner
2022-10-27 · 135 min · ★ 7.1
Adapted from a sensational real-life case in 2013, the intricate story begins when a young man partners with his friend to murder and dismember his parents. Pleading not guilty, the defense attorneys soon turn on each other, as the defendants play the devil and idiot game. Meanwhile, heated debates emerge inside the jury room, where nine jurors grapple with the truth.
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- Directors
- Ho Cheuk-tin
- Production companies
- Mei Ah Entertainment, Word By Word Limited, Fiece Urchin Production Limited, Film Development Fund of Hong Kong
- Countries
- Hong Kong
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Yeung Wai-lunHenry Cheung
Mak Pui-TungAngus Tong
Louisa So Yuk-wahCarrie Yau
Jan Lam Hoi-fungWilson Ng
Michael Chow Man-kinAllen Chu
Gloria Yip Wan-yeeYip Wai Ping
Chung Suet-yingCheng Ka Man
Harriet Yeung Sze-manTong Man Shan
Chu Pak-himCheung Hin Jo
Matt Chow Hoi-KwongSuperintendent Kam
Rachel LeungHo Man Yee
Ursula Wong Yue-SiLiu Mei Fan
Xenia ChongShiu Pui King
David Siu Chung-HangCheung Chiu
Larine Tang Yue-PingWitness, Mika
Jeffrey Lam SenKo Si Kwan
Samuel Yau Man-shingLee Kin Shing
Jimmy Wong Wah-woHo Fu
Joe Cheung Tung-choJudge
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