‘Raging Fire’ wins best film at the 40th Hong Kong Film Awards
18 July 2022 |
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Action thriller "Raging Fire" won best film at the 40th Hong Kong Film Awards on Sunday (July 17), taking home three other trophies for best director, best editing and best action choreography.
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