We are thrilled to present the Irish premiere of the stunning 4K restoration of The Killer, one of the most accomplished films by iconic Hong Kong action legend, John Woo.

It stars Chow Yun-Fat as the unforgettable Jeff–a poetic, disillusioned hitman with a code of honor in the vein of Melville’s Le Samouraï–who takes one final job to pay for eye surgery for Jenny, a lounge singer he accidentally blinded during his last mission. Produced by Tsui Hark and made after the huge hit, A Better Tomorrow, the film afforded Woo even greater creative control. ‘When it comes to the action in a movie,’ Woo said, ‘it’s all about the beauty of the body movement and the fighting skill.’

The screening will be introduced by journalist and film critic John Maguire.

Screening as part of East Asia Film Festival Ireland 2026