Organized Crime and Triad Bureau stars Danny Lee as the bureau chief, leading his unit in a relentless search for the leader of a robbery gang, played by Anthony Wong (Chau Sang). Lee matches the ruthlessness of his quarry, ignores the civil rights of prisoners, the protests of local residents and the political concerns of his superiors. He is loyal to his subordinates and his primary concern is doing his duty. The brutality of Wong's gangster illuminates the reason for his pursuer's determination, but he conversely displays unwavering loyalty to his mistress and son.

Danny Lees gives his usual strong performance as a tough cop who has nothing to live for but his job. Anthony Wong gives a nuanced performance as a wily criminal who can be merciless, caring, savage or self-sacrificing from moment to moment as circumstances change. He never becomes sympathetic, but he is never entirely predictable. Cecilia Yip is covincing as the gangster's mistress, matching his loyalty to her and ready to assume leadership of the gang when necessary. Director Kirk Wong keeps the action hot, creating an energetic, stylish cops and robbers story.

Organized Crime and Triad Bureau is a first rate example of the Hong Kong cop movie, with strong performances and direction advancing a compelling story.