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I'll be honest, I wasn't expecting much from another Jackie Chan movie with him at 71, but "The Shadow's Edge" genuinely surprised me. This Macau-set crime thriller brings a retired tracking expert back into the game to catch a crew of dangerous professional thieves, and it works surprisingly well.

Tony Leung Ka-Fai absolutely steals every scene as the villain; he's menacing without ever being cartoonish. While Chan is clearly showing his age, the action sequences are solid and less reliant on his typical slapstick comedy. Director Larry Yang gives the whole film a grittier tone than typical Chan flicks, which I appreciated.

The plot is pretty straightforward - cops versus clever criminals - but the execution is tight, and it's no wonder it hit No. 1 at the Chinese box office.

Indeed this is the best Jackie Chan movie of the decade. There's parkour, elevator hand-to-hand, parachute, espionage, terrorism, 1v1, 1v2, 1v50, AI, hacking, tailing, anti-tailing and so much more riveting action sequences that simply doesn't seem to end. Jackie Chan and Tony Leung, two of Hong Kong's finest actors with a combined age of 138, are the absolute highlights of the film. The former agelessly humorous, masterful, and unwavering against evil; the latter charismatically menacing, conflicted, and a real beast when it comes to dagger play and family betrayal. Younger performers are also commendable whether Zhang Zifeng or Ci Sha, who all seem heavily trained for their stunts and convincing emotionally. For the down sides, I can bet that 90% of this movie's budget went to actors and action scenes because everything else was truly average - soundtrack, special effects, editing. It's almost giving a really good Internet-created action series. But still, The Shadow's Edge was an entertaining watch that took me back to Jackie Chan's time of prime action genre.

Tbh I'm not into action movie but TSE is totally worth to watch. Everything was perfect, every detail of the scene, the storyline, and the tensions were truly palpable. Their fighting scenes incredibly amazing. And I can feel the emotion. Especially the sad scenes, really touched my heart, made me cry along, for real. Big applause to all the casts and crews 👏 Great Job 👍💯

Excellent, especially in today's world where you rarely find good movies. It will definitely be one of the best crime movies. It will definitely be the best action crime movie in a decade. That's not an exaggeration. You won't get enough of Jackie. Go to the cinema now and enjoy Edge of Shadow, thank you Jackie Chan.

The Shadow's Edge marks what may very well be Jackie Chan's finest film in the past decade. At 70, Chan proves once again that his legacy isn't just built on nostalgia but on his continued ability to deliver electrifying action that feels fresh and sharp.

The fight scenes are the undeniable highlight. With crisp editing and tight choreography, the action flows seamlessly from one sequence to the next. Credit goes not only to Chan's relentless dedication but also to the fight director and camerawork, which cleverly amplify his movements. By relying on very few stand-ins yet framing him to appear faster and sharper than his age would suggest, the team has crafted fight scenes that honor his physicality without hiding his years.

True to Chan's style, the film isn't just about fists and kicks. Sprinkled in are moments of light drama and well-timed comedy, enough to draw out both smiles and tears without overstaying their welcome. The villain, portrayed by Tony Ka Fai Leung adds genuine weight to the narrative, delivering a performance that stands toe-to-toe with Chan's presence.

As for the story, the plot twists strike a solid balance-surprising enough to keep audiences hooked, yet never crossing into corny territory. It's a mature kind of unpredictability that feels fitting for a veteran action star's return to form.

Verdict: The Shadow's Edge is not only a thrilling showcase of Jackie Chan's enduring artistry but also a reminder of why he remains one of cinema's most beloved action legends. It's fast, funny, heartfelt, and easily his best in the last ten years.