The Warriors
Plot
In the gritty and iconic 1979 film "The Warriors," a tumultuous night in the city of New York sets off a chain reaction of violence and mayhem. The story begins with Cyrus, the charismatic leader of the Rogues, a dominant gang from Coney Island, gathering the various gangs of the city to form an alliance and take control of the metropolis. However, things quickly go awry when Luther, the ruthless leader of the Gramercy Riffs, murders Cyrus in cold blood. As chaos erupts among the gathered gangs, Cleveland, a loyal member of the Rogues, takes it upon himself to lead his comrades back to Coney Island and escape the city's dangers. With a group of 40 warriors, including Swan, a young and inexperienced leader, they embark on a perilous journey across the city, fighting off rival gangs and desperate to reach the safety of their home turf. As they navigate through the dark and gritty streets, the Warriors face numerous challenges and obstacles. They must use cunning and bravery to outmaneuver and outfight their enemies, all while avoiding the police and other dangers that lurk in every alleyway. Along the way, Swan forms an unlikely alliance with Cleo, a mysterious and beautiful woman who has her own reasons for wanting to escape the city. Throughout their journey, the Warriors encounter various colorful characters, including the notorious Bull, a brutal and cunning gang leader, and The Turnbull AC's, a group of vigilante-like warriors who are determined to rid the city of gangs. As tensions rise and the stakes become higher, Swan must confront his own leadership abilities and the true nature of his comrades. With its striking visuals, pulse-pounding action sequences, and raw energy, "The Warriors" has become a cult classic, celebrated for its unique blend of martial arts, gang culture, and sci-fi elements. Directed by Walter Hill, the film features a memorable score by Barry De Vorzon and has inspired countless fans with its iconic scenes and memorable characters.
Reviews
Oliver
Fake? Tell me what's real! Is it the Marvel heroes you rave about? Is it the Japanese AV films in your hard drive that come to mind when you hear "teach me how to shoot"? These so-called rational and calm Douban users who give one or two-star reviews in the short comments section – afraid that their clever brains will be buried, they're trying to be different and stand out everywhere, which is truly disgusting!
Maren
A fairly conventional, patriotic film that amps up the commercial elements. It's not as thrilling as "Operation Mekong," but it also breaks away from the stereotypical "red film" you might expect. You can accept an invincible protagonist in an American TV series and superhuman soldiers in a Hollywood movie, but you can't bear a patriotic, history-lesson film?
Rowan
After being bombarded with so-called "masterpieces" that often feel contrived and unrealistic, this movie is a breath of fresh air. Embracing a gritty, realistic style, it avoids the far-fetched narratives and historical inaccuracies that plague so many films today. Why can't we learn from American cinema and create something authentic, something that resonates with truth? Instead, we're left with a sense of disgust.
Isabella
Caught this half-asleep and saw the KMT helmets getting turned intoSwiss cheese with one shot each, while the Commies were deflecting bullets with washbasins and wooden planks. The bullshitting is top-notch, I gotta give them that.
Brandon
The Warriors is a gritty tale of power struggles in the bustling city, where every gang's survival depends on cunning and betrayal. It’s like a symphony of chaos, where the streets are both the stage and the battlefield. A classic reminder that in the game of thrones, everyone's a king, and no one’s safe from the sword.
