Hong Kong Synopsis
打蛇
Determined to escape from the harsh regime of China to the freedom of Hong Kong, three youths are captured by Mr. Hok, a sadistic human smuggler who subjects them to an unrelenting assault of degradation. Pushed to the limits of human endurance, the prisoners must fight for their lives in an unforgettable, action-packed climax.
The 1979–1981 Hong Kong Window
54 Hong Kong films released in this three-year window, ranked here by audience rating. Lost Souls sits at position #44.
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The 1980s Hong Kong Landscape
Catalog density by release year in the 1980s. Highlighted year (yellow) is when Lost Souls premiered. 151 total titles in this decade from Hong Kong.
Reception Benchmarks
Ranked #666 of 836 Hong Kong films indexed here (20th percentile by TMDB audience score).
Rating is -0.6 points below the Hong Kong average of 6.3/10.
Among Hong Kong Thriller productions specifically: #140 of 179 (top 78%).
Production Details
| Primary Country | Hong Kong |
|---|---|
| Original Language | Cantonese |
| Production Companies | Shaw Brothers |
| Runtime | 1h 30m |
| Release Date | November 26, 1980 |
| IMDb | tt0284964 |