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A family man gets drunk, cheats on his wife, and accidentally gets involved with a triad. To punish him, the triad forces him to become a killer via a "snuff film" scenario. Run and Kill is famous for the "axing the door" scene—where a man hacks his way into an apartment with an axe while the family hides.

While not as violent as the top 5, it is historically significant because it was directed by Wilson Yip (who went on to make SPL and Ip Man ) and launched the career of sex actress Pauline Chan. It is a staple on any for the erotic sub-genre. 7. Red to Kill (1994) – The Most Politically Incorrect Director: Billy Tang Starring: Lily Chung hong+kong+cat+3+movie+list+top

It is famous for two things: an incredibly bleak ending (no heroes survive) and the fact that it was banned in several countries for "promoting harm to the vulnerable." It is a dark, rain-soaked tragedy rather than an exploitation romp. Director: Billy Tang Starring: Simon Yam, Kent Cheng A family man gets drunk, cheats on his

This is the film that launched the late-90s/early-2000s revival of Cat III as softcore erotic thrillers. Naked Poison features a man who develops a chemical agent that makes people lose their inhibitions. It is softcore sex wrapped in a "thriller" plot. While not as violent as the top 5,

Viewer discretion is strongly advised. These films contain scenes of real animal cruelty (specifically in Dr. Lamb and Ebola Syndrome) and non-simulated violence that may violate modern ethical standards.

By 1997, the handover of Hong Kong loomed, and the golden age of Cat III was dying. The Fruit is Swelling is a softcore comedy about a "magical mango." It is silly, full of nudity, and completely lacking in the violence of the early 90s.