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Andy Lau, Leon Lai, Chen Daoming, Kelly Chen, Anthony Wong Chau-Sang ... see more see more... , Eric Tsang , Chapman To , Wu Tanhua , Yin Zhiqiang , Huang Zhi-zhong , Lee Chi-Hung , Sammi Cheng , Carina Lau , Edison Chen , Shawn Yue , Lam Ka-tung

Infernal Affairs III picks up where the first film left off. Ming (Andy Lau) is cleared of any charges involving Yan's (Tony Leung) death, and is eventually assigned to the Internal Affairs division. ... read more read more...He discovers that another cop, Yeung (Leon Lai of Fallen Angels), quickly rising through the ranks of the police department, has a mysterious link to Shen (Chen Daoming of Hero), who was apparently Sam's (Eric Tsang) connection to the mainland. Ming strongly suspects that Yeung is another one of Sam's moles, and is determined to expose him, while keeping his own connection to Sam a secret. It's a tricky proposition because Yeung also seems to suspect Ming, and appears to have the same goal in mind. With the help of Dr. Lee (Kelly Chen), Yan's psychiatrist, Ming looks deeper into Yan's final days, and flashbacks explore the undercover cop's dealings with both Yeung and Shen. Eventually, Ming finds an incriminating tape of Sam conversing with his mole, and has a climactic confrontation with Yeung. Anthony Wong and Chapman To also reprise their roles from the first two films in flashbacks. Infernal Affairs III was shown, along with the rest of the trilogy, at the 2004 New York Film Festival, presented by the Film Society of Lincoln Center. ~ Josh Ralske, Rovi

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PG-13, 1 hr. 57 min.

Directed by: Wai-keung Lau, Alan Mak

Release Date: December 12, 2003

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DVD Release Date: February 13, 2007

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  • matertenebraum
    November 26, 2010
    matertenebraum
    Where Scorsese's recent version of Infernal Affairs all the loose ends pretty much got tied up during the film whereas with the original we were left with an open (but much more emotionally impacting) conclusion. The first sequel was a prequel so part III was left to pick up afte... read morerwards while also going back over the original film and filling in more detail. In doing this it marks itself out as one that is aimed at the fans rather than being just out for money. The downside of this is of course that if you are not a fan you might find this hard to follow along with (and if you have not seen the first film then just forget it totally). Personally I thought the first film was an enjoyable cop thriller but I didn't think it was brilliant or developed characters that well but the tension was great. With the third film the focus was very much on the characters rather than the tension - with the fate of Ming being the modern thread that holds the film together.

    If you are into the characters and the parallels with the original film then it is worth seeing because it does do it pretty well. It does ask you to pay attention but it rewards you if you do and have been. There is action but mostly it is the Ming's ongoing struggle with who he is that the film pays most attention to. I quite liked this but must confess that this film still didn't do a great job of bringing out the characters that well and it is more the events and revelations that kept me interested rather than an emotional buy-in with the characters. Lau is perhaps partly to blame for this because I thought he was buttoned a bit too tight - it was understandable in some regards but the third film should have been the point where he shows more of a breakdown (which he does, but again it is events rather than emotion). Leung is good again but his scenes don't seem as relevant or as interesting within this film - again it is probably to do with the lack of emotional buy-in I felt with his character; his performance is natural and engaging though. Outside of these two the rest of the cast are pretty good. Again I didn't think much of the use of Chen but Wong and Tsang are both solid in their small returns.

    Overall then an effective and enjoyable film if you love the series and the characters; an interesting one if you have seen the first two films and a pointless one if you are looking to join in at the last minute. Tying up the loose ends of the series, the film isn't tense enough or emotionally impacting enough to be worth a look unless you are really already into the characters but it is an interesting way to bring things to an end - with restraint and tragedy rather than excess.
  • allan913
    November 30, 2007
    allan913
    An adreniline-fuelled thriller. A spectacular and outstanding conclusion to this brilliant and riveting triliogy. Simply magnificent and dazzeling. Spellbinding, shocking breathtaking and sensational. Tremendously entertaining with plenty of action and suspense to go around. Supe... read morerb and remarkable. These films are some of the finest that Chinease cinima can offer. Absolutely unforgettable and incrediable. Andy Lau is extroadinary, he truly gives his character a heart and soul and the belief of redemption.
  • garyX
    September 13, 2007
    garyX
    The final installment in the Infernal Affairs trilogy takes place right after the events of the the original, as well as introducing two new characters and their roles leading up to and during those events. Add Andy Lau's deteriorating mental state to the constantly shifting time... read more line, and it's hardly the most accessible story you are ever going to see, but those willing and able to make the effort will not regret it. It has the same beautiful photography and intelligent script and the psychological spin almost makes it a kind of high brow version of Face/Off. All the leading players are excellent, and the romance between Tony Leung Chiu Wai and Kelly Chen which was appropriated for the script of The Departed is rather more charming and believable in it's original form. For me, better than the second part and a fine finale to the series.
  • aliyanto
    April 3, 2007
    aliyanto
    The weakest of the trilogy but the best play from Andy Lau!
  • lesleyanorton
    July 21, 2009
    lesleyanorton
    "I" was fantastic. "II" was great. "III" was what the hell is going on?
  • Lemure
    April 5, 2011
    Lemure
    They couldn't take the story any further forward and they couldn't go any further back...sooo, they decide to bodge together a film from a load of deleted scenes. A big boring mess, and an insult to the brilliance of the original.
  • alanjayh
    March 29, 2010
    alanjayh
    A worthy attempt to fill in holes and provide greater depth of the characters, especially Tony Leung and Kelly Chen. The main problem is the constant going back n forth between past and present; I felt I was in some time machine and it felt awkward at times ...
  • cacutshaw
    February 24, 2007
    cacutshaw
    A great finale to one of my favourite film series. Amazing performances all around and a fitting conclusion to a great story.
  • kairy
    November 12, 2009
    kairy
    The Infernal Affairs trilogy is a testament to EXCELLENT writing, acting and storytelling. Watch all three together to get the most of the masterpiece!
  • vicpf51
    July 23, 2009
    vicpf51
    Slow, boring and confusing. What were they thinking? Continuous flash backs make this one hard to follow. This movie never ends...it just stops.

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Derek Elley
June 4, 2004
Derek Elley, Variety

Just as many Hong Kong movies fall apart in the third act, so the Infernal Affairs trilogy goes seriously awry in its concluding leg. Full Review

Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
October 10, 2004
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice

Infernal Affairs III reveals the desperate lengths men will go to protect their covers and to survive the internal agonies of fear, stress and lack of trust. Full Review

Ed Gonzalez
September 7, 2004
Ed Gonzalez, Slant Magazine

It seemingly exists to buff its predecessors' rough spots but only tarnishes their memories. Full Review

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