“Sniper; ‘Vengeance’ is an action film that delves into themes of trust and betrayal. The story follows Captain Gao Zhan, played by Yu Rongguang as he navigates through an escort mission where the team faces an attack, by the ghost team leading to a tale of revenge and deceit.
Months later Captain Gao and his partner Pang Jian (Xing En) embark on a rescue operation that raises dilemmas and explores the cost of loyalty, amidst betrayal. Rongguang delivers a performance capturing the pressures faced by Captain Gao as a leader. While some supporting characters may come off as clichéd, the direction and cinematography effectively convey the action and emotions of the characters.
The musical score and sound design enhance the experience although some editing cuts feel abrupt at times. Overall ‘Sniper; Vengeance’ is a work that encapsulates themes of sacrifice and inner conflict within an action packed narrative. It prompts viewers to contemplate the essence of loyalty making it a thought provoking film that sparks discussions after viewing.”
