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IMDb rating 7.2

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Critic Cath Clarke
rated 6

A stylish take on a gruesome real-life murder.

Read full review at The Guardian

Cast & Crew

Ho Cheuk-Tin
Director
Matt Chow Hoi-Kwong
As Superintendent Kam
Michael Chow Man-Kin
As Allen Chu
Singh Hartihan Bitto
As New Tenant in Tong's Flat

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"The Sparring Partner" is a gripping drama that delves into the complexities of the criminal justice system. The film is based on a real-life case in which two young men are accused of murdering and dismembering their parents. The defendants, represented by two barristers, plead not guilty, leading to a tense and intricate trial. Meanwhile, nine jurors from diverse backgrounds are tasked with deliberating the truth, leading to heated debates and moral dilemmas. As the trial unfolds, the jurors must grapple with their own personal biases and beliefs while navigating the complex web of evidence and testimony. Will justice be served, or will the defendants' cunning tactics prevail?

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