Hideo Kojima Recommends 'Sinners' and Hong Kong Action
Hideo Kojima, the video game legend, raves about Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, calling it an "absolutely incredible" Hong Kong film packed with thrilling action, stellar performances, and unexpected twists that he's delighted to have finally watched.
Bruno Pferd · 3 min read
Hideo Kojima Embraces 'Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In' - A Hong Kong Action Masterpiece
Hideo Kojima, a renowned video game creator, is celebrated for his cinematic games that meld his passion for film with game design. On social media, Kojima frequently shares his interest in films, series, music, and books, often seeking inspiration or new talent for his projects. He recently unveiled his top four films of 2025, presented in the order he watched them, not by preference: Conclave, The Girl of Needle, Sinners, and Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In. While Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In may be less familiar to some, it garners praise for its action and its evocation of classic Hong Kong action cinema. Kojima specifically lauded Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In on social media, expressing immense enthusiasm for the film. He expressed regret for not having seen it years earlier, stating that finally watching it was an "incredible" experience that left him "energized." Kojima praised the film as "entertainment at its finest," highlighting its action scenes, cast, characters, plot twists, and the strength of its friendships. He also singled out Terence Lau's performance, describing it as "cool as a cucumber." As a lifelong admirer of Hong Kong cinema, Kojima conveyed profound happiness after watching the film.
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