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The Dragon from Russia 1990

★ 5.322 votes96 min📅 1990-08-03

"Tear Love Death Humanity... He Is The Number One Killer For A Secret Society..."

Set against the rugged landscapes of Manchuria, *The Dragon from Russia (1990)* delivers a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and the blurred lines between love and vengeance.

Director: Clarence Ford

Cast

Sam Hui
Sam Hui
Freeman Yao Lung
Maggie Cheung
Maggie Cheung
May Yip
Nina Li Chi
Nina Li Chi
Chimer
Carrie Ng Ka-Lai
Carrie Ng Ka-Lai
Huntress
Loletta Lee Lai-Chun
Loletta Lee Lai-Chun
Pearl
Sun Xing
Sun Xing
Officer Sonny
Dean Shek Tin
Dean Shek Tin
Snooker
Richard Yuen Tak
Richard Yuen Tak
Teddy Wong / Master Of Death
Yuen Wah
Yuen Wah
Master Of Death (in train scene)
Pai Ying
Pai Ying
Frank

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *The Dragon from Russia (1990)* about?

The film follows Yao, a young Manchurian man whose memory is erased and trained as an assassin for a secret society. When he reunites with an old flame, his forgotten past resurfaces, forcing him to question his loyalty and purpose in a brutal world.

Who directed *The Dragon from Russia*?

Clarence Ford directed this 1990 martial arts thriller, crafting a visually dynamic and emotionally charged narrative.

Who stars in *The Dragon from Russia*?

The film features Sam Hui in the lead role, alongside Maggie Cheung, Nina Li Chi, Carrie Ng Ka-Lai, and Loletta Lee Lai-Chun.

Is *The Dragon from Russia (1990)* worth watching?

While it lacks an IMDb rating, this 1990 action film shines with its martial arts sequences, compelling themes, and standout cast. Fans of classic 90s thrillers or Sam Hui's filmography will likely find it a hidden gem worth streaming or downloading.

How long is *The Dragon from Russia*?

The runtime for *The Dragon from Russia* is 96 minutes.

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About The Dragon from Russia (1990) — A 90s Martial Arts Thriller of Love, Memory, and Mayhem

Set against the rugged landscapes of Manchuria, *The Dragon from Russia (1990)* delivers a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and the blurred lines between love and vengeance. Directed by Clarence Ford, this action-packed thriller follows Yao, a young Manchurian whose erased memories are weaponized as he's groomed into an assassin for a shadowy secret society. But when fate reunites him with a lost love, his fractured past resurfaces, forcing him to confront the violent world he's been trained to serve. With slick martial arts choreography and a brooding atmosphere, this 1990 gem blends high-stakes drama with the raw intensity of 96 minutes of relentless suspense.

Sam Hui stars as the tormented protagonist, flanked by a powerhouse cast including Maggie Cheung and Nina Li Chi, whose performances add depth to the film's emotional and action-driven narrative. Themes of identity, redemption, and the cost of buried memories permeate this cult classic, making it a standout in the martial arts genre. Whether you're drawn in by its nostalgic 90s aesthetic or the pulse-pounding fight sequences, *The Dragon from Russia* is a visceral exploration of what it means to reclaim one's humanity in a world that demands otherwise.