Mou gaan dou

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐Ÿ”ด 75/100
Total warning time: 6m 53s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸก 30/100 (1m 13s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [00:45:12 - 00:45:45] Brief scene with implied sexual activity.
  • ๐ŸŸก 30/100 [01:20:30 - 01:21:10] Suggestive dialogue and close physical proximity.
Drug Use: ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 (2m 10s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:15:20 - 00:16:05] Characters shown using drugs in a nightclub setting.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 90/100 [00:35:50 - 00:36:30] Drug dealing and discussion about drug use.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [01:05:15 - 01:06:00] Character shown under the influence of drugs.
Violence: ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 (3m 15s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:25:40 - 00:26:20] Graphic fight scene with punches and kicks.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 90/100 [00:50:10 - 00:51:30] Shooting scene with blood and injury details.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 [01:30:45 - 01:32:00] Intense chase and violent confrontation.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸก 60/100 (15s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [00:10:15 - 00:10:20] Use of strong language in dialogue.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:40:30 - 00:40:35] Character uses profanity in an argument.
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [01:15:50 - 01:15:55] Strong language in a tense scene.
Mou gaan dou

Details for Mou gaan dou (2002)

Year: 2002
Certificate: UA
Mou gaan dou Runtime: 101 min
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama
IMDB: 8
Meta Score: 75
Votes: 117857
Gross: 169,659
Director: Andrew Lau
Cast Stars: Alan Mak, Andy Lau, Tony Chiu-Wai Leung, Anthony Chau-Sang Wong

Overview of Mou gaan dou:

A story between a mole in the police department and an undercover cop. Their objectives are the same: to find out who is the mole, and who is the cop.

Mou gaan dou FAQ

Q: What is the plot of 'Mou gaan dou' (2002)?
A: 'Mou gaan dou' (2002), also known as 'Infernal Affairs,' is a crime thriller about an undercover police officer, Chan Wing-yan (Tony Leung), who infiltrates a triad, and a triad mole, Lau Kin-ming (Andy Lau), who has risen to a high rank in the police force. Both men are unaware of each other's true identities and must race against time to uncover the other before their own cover is blown.
Q: Who are the main actors in 'Mou gaan dou' (2002)?
A: The main actors in 'Mou gaan dou' (2002) are Tony Leung Chiu-Wai as Chan Wing-yan, Andy Lau as Lau Kin-ming, Anthony Wong Chau-Sang as SP Wong Chi-shing, and Eric Tsang as Hon Sam. The film is directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak.
Q: What awards did 'Mou gaan dou' (2002) win?
A: 'Mou gaan dou' (2002) won numerous awards, including Best Film, Best Director (Andrew Lau and Alan Mak), Best Actor (Tony Leung), and Best Supporting Actor (Anthony Wong) at the Hong Kong Film Awards. It also received international acclaim and inspired a Hollywood remake, 'The Departed,' directed by Martin Scorsese.
Q: Is 'Mou gaan dou' (2002) part of a series?
A: Yes, 'Mou gaan dou' (2002) is the first film in a trilogy. It was followed by 'Infernal Affairs II' (2003), a prequel, and 'Infernal Affairs III' (2003), which serves as both a sequel and a prequel, exploring the events before and after the original film.
Q: What is the significance of the title 'Mou gaan dou'?
A: The title 'Mou gaan dou' translates to 'Infernal Affairs' in English, referring to the Buddhist concept of the 'Avici' or the 'Endless Hell,' symbolizing the eternal suffering and moral dilemmas faced by the main characters as they navigate their double lives.