Legacy of Rage (1986) is a Hong Kong action thriller starring Brandon Lee in his first leading role. The film is a gritty tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption, showcasing intense action sequences and Lee’s charisma.
The story follows Brandon Ma, a kind-hearted and hardworking young man who dreams of a better life with his girlfriend, May. Unbeknownst to him, his best friend Michael Wan, a manipulative and ambitious man involved in criminal activities, harbors feelings for May and plots to remove Brandon from the picture.
Michael frames Brandon for a drug crime he did not commit, leading to Brandon’s imprisonment. While in jail, Brandon learns the harsh realities of survival and vows to seek justice. Upon his release years later, he discovers that May has been taken away from him and that Michael is thriving in the criminal underworld.
Fueled by anger and betrayal, Brandon embarks on a mission of revenge, taking down Michael’s criminal empire and confronting his former friend in an explosive showdown. Legacy of Rage is a gripping action film that combines intense fight scenes with a powerful story of loyalty, betrayal, and vengeance, cementing Brandon Lee’s legacy as an action star.