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HONG KONG · 2026

Once a Thief

John Woo
found family loyalty and betrayal crime and redemption romantic conflict mentorship
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Synopsis

Three orphans grow up to become art thieves under the tutelage of a crime boss. Romance complicates matters when the trio are double-crossed.

Year2026
CountryHong Kong
DirectorJohn Woo
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