When he arrives, he meets Trish O'Day(R&B Singer Aaliyah, in her film debut). At the Sing compound, Kai admits he personally killed Po for interfering with Ch'u's dealings with Roth. Han engages Kai in a fist fight, and eventually kills him. Principal photography began on May 3, 1999 and ended on July 23, 1999. However, I enjoyed the soundtrack more than the movie itself. Po Sing (Jon Kit Lee) is waiting for someone in a nightclub in a predominantly Black neighborhood when a group of angry patrons try to start a fight with him. [11] [12] [13] The film was produced with a budget of US$25 million. : Several, in fact. The film stars Jet Li and Aaliyah in her feature film debut, her only film before her death a year later on August 25, 2001. Romeo is 16. Filming & Production : His father's right-hand man Kai (Russell Wong) and his henchmen pull Po out and, after a brief fight with the bouncers, are ejected by Silk (DMX), the club's owner, before the meeting can take place. Producer Joel Silver (Who also produced "The Matrix") describes the film as an "Urban rendition of Romeo and Juliet" and although this is a very simple way of looking at the film, it's not far off the mark. Sometimes, I just can't say no because although it is not perfect, it is still entertaining. : Do you mind if I discuss these with my associates? However, living in Hong Kong, I DO have a few problems with the film. Aaliyah(1979-2001), the R&B sensation really got her acting chops in gear playing the alluring Trish O'Day, who is being shadowed by the bumbling Maurice, played by the hilarious, Anthony Anderson. 5 1 vote. Cast. Mercutio is a very loyal and humorous character in Romeo and Juliet. Isaak O'Day Blacks gang story. I'm pleased to hear that, thank you. My problem with the movie is the crazy wire fu sequences don't really work as well here as it would in Jet Li's movies from Hong Kong. : They don't make films like these as often anymore. As Han walks away, Ch'u picks up his gun and shoots himself. : Those . [receives a phone call and his face goes grave] He arrives in Oakland stealing a cab and Trish just happens to catch his ride. When Han leaves Trish's place and beats up Maurice and his gang, we see Maurice with a cut that is bleeding on the right side of his lip. The two visit one of the remaining businesses on Po's list, but the Chinese owner and his employees have been killed. You think putting your kids through college is going to make all your crooked straight? 1 spot. Han Sing, a skilled martial artist and former police officer who has been imprisoned in Hong Kong, learns of his brother's death and escapes. [4], Romeo Must Diedebuted at No.2 at the U.S. box office behindErin Brockovich, which had come out a week earlier. You killed Colin? If you have read my other posts, you will find that I take a lot of effort in creatin. Ch'u Sing Romeo Must Die Romeo Must Die; Theatrical release poster: Directed by: Andrzej Bartkowiak: Produced by : After a chance encounter, Han befriends Trish by helping her ditch her assigned security, Maurice (Anthony Anderson) and Trish deduces that Po was actually calling her brother, Colin (DB Woodside). Recording sessions took time between May 1999 and January 2000. A remake of "Romeo And Juliet" in Oakland, CA., "Romeo Must Die" stars Li as Han Sing, a cop who breaks out of a Hong Kong prison as the movie opens. That night, Colin and his girlfriend are murdered by an unseen assailant. The duo meet with the owner, but Mac arrives and kills him for his deed, and then abducts Trish and Han. Mac interrupts their meeting to kill Silk and take his property deed, then abducts Trish and Han. [9], The critical reception was mixed. You could tell they were choreographed. Romeo Must Dies total North American gross is $55,973,336. This article is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License. The story revolves around their quickly blooming relationship and the opposing families around them. Jet Li (as Han Sing) and Aaliyah (as Trish O''Day) star in "Romeo Must Die." Photo credit: Kharen Hill 2000 Warner Bros (Getty Images) Why Beyonc, some might ask. Even fake wars have casualties, Isaak. : Isaak O'Day M4GN3T. The plot is loosely related to William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet transplanted to contemporary Oakland, California, with Black-American and Chinese-American gangs representing the feuding families. Isaak : Don't even worry about it, I got it. Produced by Joel Silver, Jim Van Wyck. This film was the acting debut ofR&BsingerAaliyah. Still, "Romeo Must Die" is an actionflick you wouldn`t want to miss. Old School. But for me, it was OK, despite being a little overelaborate. What happened to your son was tragic Mr Sing, very unnecessary. The two have been acquiring deeds to properties along the waterfront to sell to Vincent Roth, a business magnate who plans to buy a new NFL franchise and build a stadium. Po leaves the club, but he is found murdered the next day by a bicycle kid. 2000 | Maturity Rating: R | 1h 54m | Action & Adventure. Roth flees to the rooftop and escapes via helicopter but Mac shoots the deeds out of his hand, sending the deeds flying to the . Figueroa; L.M. Mac : Man, you want to own a damn box. Because of course it's not the greatest movie and in no way does this ever touch the greatness that Jet Li's HK movies had but then again it's a nice story (one that has been told million times before, sometimes with less action, sometimes with more). Romeo Must Die is a 2000 American action film directed by Andrzej Bartkowiak in his feature film directorial debut, and featuring fight choreography by Corey Yuen.The film stars Jet Li and Aaliyah in her feature film debut, It follows a Chinese former police officer travelling to the United States in order to avenge his brother's death. Official Sites Once again D-man "catchin foo's slippin" Seems like the son of the boss Collin o' Day believes he "deserves what's coming to him" in this scene he apparently. Isaak Romeo Must Die is a 2000 American action film directed by Andrzej Bartkowiak in his feature film directorial debut, and featuring fight choreography by Corey Yuen. I don't think Corey Yuen's fight choreography is bad, it just is out of place and not really suited for this movie. : Tybalt's challenge is ostentatious. : As Han walks away, his father picks up his gun and commits suicide. Colin and his girlfriend are killed from the impact or from drowning shortly thereafter. Po & Han's father Ch'u Sing (Henry O) is in the middle of a big property deal along with black mobsters lead by Isaak O'Day (Delroy Lindo) who are buying up waterfront properties to sell to NFL businessman Vincent Roth (Edoardo Bellerini), some of the tenants don't want to sell but that's where things get ugly & rivalries start. DMX was also in the movie and he joined Jet Li again in Cradle 2the Grave , another movie with great action and great music. It was nothing like the Hong Kong and all but one person spoke in Mandarin (most people in Hong Kong speak cantonese). The UK version was cut by Warner Bros. to get a "15" rating. Mac Trish and Han visit the last holdout on Po's list: Silk's nightclub. This is my favourite Jet Li movie, others include Kiss of the Dragon, Unleashed, Born to defend and Black mask. Caught up in their lies, greed and violence are Trish O'Day (Played by Aaliyah) and Han Sing (Played by Jet Li). : [3], It was released in the United States on DVD on August 1, 2000,[14] and on Blu-ray on August 14, 2012. Vincent Roth In August 2021, it was reported that Aaliyah's recorded work for Blackground (since rebranded as Blackground Records 2.0) would be re-released on physical, digital, and, for the first time ever, streaming services in a deal between the label and Empire Distribution[26] [27] [28] [29] [30] [31] "Romeo Must Die: The Album" was rereleased September 3, 2021. One of those movies that can be watched at least once a year and always be fun. In North America, Romeo Must Die earned $18,014,503 (2,641 theaters, $6,821 per screen average) in its opening weekend. Then Neville nearly walked into him. Product availability. AKA: Romo doit mourir. Romeo Must Die's total North American gross is $55,973,336. It is considered Jet Li's breakout role in the English speakingAmerican film industry.[2]. Romeo Must Die (2000) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Man, you want to own a damn box. An enraged Mac has Trish brought out as a hostage to force him to take the payout. Oh, my God. Vincent Roth In a film which shows two beautiful asian dances french kiss, and one bares the other's breast and kisses her erect nipple,would it have been too much to ask to have to people of different races who are obviously in love share a romantic kiss? [10], Romeo Must Die debuted at #2 at the U.S. box office behind Erin Brockovich, which had come out a week earlier. Mac Well-paced action film with two-fisted Jet Li is just another action film full of struggles , thriller , noise and lots of violence with overwhelming and breathtaking set pieces . At first it looks as if he was killed as part of a rivalry between black and Chinese crime lords even though the heads of the two groups are working together in a major property deal. Romeo Must Die (2000) - full transcript. After killing the Chinese hitmen responsible, Han questions his father, who deflects suspicion by suggesting Isaak may have used outside contractors. It manages to be interesting enough, but the fighting is what makes it really good. Isaak O'Day : And that's always been your problem, Mac. She played the part well and this part was made for her. Anything beyond that seemed forced. It wasn't exactly a Blockbuster Hit of a movie, but it was Great Fun. Shortly after , he encounters a cobweb of corruption and betrayal .In A World Of Vicious Rivalries And Violent Betrayals Only One Thing Is Sure. It includes four songs by Aaliyah, as well as works by Chante Moore, Destiny's Child, Ginuwine, Joe, Timbaland & Magoo and more. Release Dates Three singles & videos were released from the album: Aaliyah's number one pop hit "Try Again" (directed by Wayne Isham), Aaliyah and DMX duet "Come Back in One Piece" (directed by Little X), and Timbaland & Magoo's "We At It Again" (directed by Chris Robinson), which introduced Timbaland's younger brother, rapper Sebastian, to audiences. Though there's some spark between Jet and Aaliyah, there isn't any threat of a fire. Po Sing: Edoardo Ballerini . [17] Writing for the San Francisco Chronicle, Bob Graham likened it to The Matrix, describing it as a "cross-cultural kung fu extravaganza" that shines during Li's stunts. Collins, G. Mosley; M. Barcliff; S. Garrett; Timothy Mosley, Timbaland & MagoofeaturingStatic Major& Sebastian. Trish and Han team up, and realize that Po wanted to show Colin a list of businesses that were either destroyed or being threatened for failing to sell their properties. Han promptly escapes from the prison to investigate. who killed colin in romeo must die. Russell Wong is phenomenal is a very short role. Isaak attacks him in a rage and Mac shoots him. Isaak I decided to watch Romeo Must Die with Jet Li in her memory as it has a lot of her music(Come Back in One Piece", "I Don't Wanna", "Try Again" and "Are You Feelin' Me? The film's setting is Oakland, California, but other than a few establishing shots, film production was entirely in Vancouver, British Columbia. I read some not-so-great reviews about "Romeo must Die" so I really didn't have my hopes up high. Isaak They are too fast and too confusing to be completely effective. At a remote location, Han defeats Mac's henchmen and goes to rescue Trish. E. Ruiz; F. Ferraro; J. Walker; J.E. [10], Romeo Must Die debuted at #2 at the U.S. box office behind Erin Brockovich, which had come out a week earlier. You killed Colin? Mac just want to own the streets. Isaak and Chu meet with Roth to sell him the deeds for the properties they now control.