Resting firmly on this relentless pacing, Vengeance becomes obsessed with the lasting effect of vengeance on the traditional machinations of plot and character.

Few directors make ac tion movies with the pizazz of Hong Kong's Johnnie To...

Both newcomers to Mr. To and longtime admirers should be prepared for a master class in directing.

While To’s style is commendable, it’s too imitative of better directors and better stories.