Wicked City

Wicked City is an action horror science fiction film set in a futuristic urban environment. The plot involves a conflict between humans and a species of monsters who disguise themselves as people. A government agent named Taki works alongside Ken, a partner who is half-monster, to combat these creatures. While some monsters seek a peaceful coexistence with humanity, others aim to destabilize society through violence or the distribution of a deadly drug. Taki and Ken must navigate these tensions and their own interpersonal struggles to prevent the destruction of the human world.

Directed by Peter Mak Tai-Kit, the film was a joint production between Hong Kong and Japan, involving Edko Films, Toho Pictures, and Film Workshop. The cast features Leon Lai as Renzaburô Taki, Jacky Cheung as Ken Kai, and Michelle Reis as Windy, with Tatsuya Nakadai and Roy Cheung also appearing in key roles. The screenplay was written by Tsui Hark and Roy Szeto Wai-Cheuk. Produced with a budget of 11 million USD, the movie has received moderate reception from viewers, holding a 5.7 rating on IMDb from 1,200 votes and a 5.8 rating on TMDB from 52 votes.