The Shadow's Edge, 2025 - ★★★★
Sunday, September 14, 2025
This movie is surprisingly better than I expected. Initially, I just hoped to see Jackie Chan's fighting scenes, those awesome and creative sequences he’s known for. And of course, the fight scenes and action choreography are as impressive as always in a Jackie Chan film. Moreover, all these characters are so cool and badass, which makes the film even more enjoyable. It's criminal how cool they are, even more so than their actual crimes in the story! I found myself forgetting some of them are actual criminals in the story, and reacting more like a fan watching their favorite idols.
What really surprised me was how much I got drawn into the storylines. Watching the "old dogs" utilize new tricks while teaching the "new dogs" the old ones was definitely a highlight, making it fun and engaging throughout. The cat-and-mouse chase kept me hooked, with clever tactics and the way they outwit each other, creating a tense and satisfying suspense that I haven't seen done this well in a while. It certainly brought out the dark and gritty vibe that you wouldn’t normally find in typical action-comedy style from Jackie Chan.
My favorite part was definitely the opening sequence. It blew me away with its fast pace, yet packed with creativity. Honestly, that opening alone made the whole movie worth it for me. It's a shame the film didn't include more heist scenes like that afterward, as those moments were the absolute best.
Still, the chosen storylines are compelling, and the twists added refreshing layers to the plot. That said, the end credits scene felt a bit too absurd, I still can't believe they went in that direction! LOL
Overall, The Shadow's Edge is such a goddamn entertaining movie with surprisingly strong and compelling storylines that you can't help but enjoy. So if you're a fan of Jackie Chan, just go watch it. It’s so good to see him in a story-driven movie like this!