Dirty Ho (1979)

Prince Wang, the 11th royal son of Manchuria, is a master of martial arts who shrouds his prowess in a veil of modesty. Choosing the serene path of an unassuming merchant, he delves into the world of wine, antiques, and paintings, skillfully blending into the colorful tapestry of ordinary life. His path unexpectedly crosses with Ho Jen, a charming rogue who thrives on the thrill of theft and the transient pleasures his stolen treasures afford him. Despite their starkly contrasting lives, an unlikely camaraderie forms between the prince and the thief. Prince Wang, intrigued by Ho's audacious spirit, recruits him as his personal bodyguard. Initially, Ho is reluctant, hesitant to trade his carefree existence for a life of responsibility and danger. However, as a sinister conspiracy unfurls, casting a shadow of assassination over the Prince, Ho is thrust into a world where his survival relies on more than just luck and cunning. Ho embarks on an intense training journey to morph from a simple thief into a formidable protector. As the plot thickens, Ho's dedication to his new role and the Prince's life hangs in the balance. The story weaves through thrilling twists and turns, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats as they witness the transformation of a 'Dirty Ho' into an unlikely hero.

Dirty Ho is an action movie featuring Gordon Liu Chia-hui and directed by Lau Kar-leung.

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