Raid on the Lethal Zone

Though Yau is one of the final holdouts in Hong Kong, he also crosses over to China from time to time. Raid on the Lethal Zone is a pretty typical Chinese actioner, full of heroic characters who are there to underline the Chinese spirit and their undying patriotism, but it's also just a very tense action flick.

Near the Chinese border, the mountain patrol is brought in to prevent a big shipment of cocaine from entering the country. Some robbers are also hoping to seize the dope, while torrential rains are making everybody's lives a lot harder. It'll be a tough fight, and not everyone will return to base.

The setup is pretty standard and there have been quite a few similar films, even in recent years. It's the constant rain that adds an extra dimension and makes the film a lot more tense and nervous. Not one of Yau's absolute best, but if you're looking for a nerve-wrecking action/crime flick, it's an absolute blast.