Formosa Betrayed (2009) Movie Script
INSPIRED BY ACTUAL EVENTS
Portuguese sailors called it
Formosa, or Beautiful Island.
After the Second World War
went to the Republic of China
But most Western
know it as Taiwan.
All FBI agents are
asked to take an oath
when they form in
Academy in Quantico.
Not just a bunch of words.
That's why I entered.
I love America
and I think it's worth
defend it with my life.
In 1983, the FBI sent me to Taiwan
to assist in a
murder case
of an American citizen.
It was there that I met Ming, a
Man subjected to an injustice.
that shook my faith
in our constitution,
my belief in justice
and the fundamentals of
Our U.S. government.
Welcome to Airport
International Chiang Kai-Shek.
FBI.
He is with me.
I just bought you
a little time.
Are you okay?
Here.
Take this.
What the hell happened?
Begin to tell me right now
or I'm not able to protect him!
- Come!
- You have no authority here.
Here is Taiwan.
And if you have not noticed,
I'm their only link
with their civil rights.
CHICAGO
Two weeks before
Henry Wen was murdered
by mafia
why you're here.
Hey, this is the first.
First I think this rivalry
with the feds suck.
I just want to get
the bad guys.
I'm with you.
Lisa, I like
girls straight.
It's Detective Gilbert,
Braxton agent.
We found a
abnormality in the X-ray.
The throat was scratched.
Most autopsies would
straightforward, this was an exception.
We found that the trachea.
- It's Chinese?
- Taiwanese, actually.
I think it must have conecxo
Patriots with the Blood Iron,
a gang of Taiwan.
Blood Iron Patriot?
Is. And it was found
at the scene.
This cigarette brand is not
sold here in the U.S..
The evidence points one
outside my jurisdiction.
It should be a detective.
Lakecrest School
Henry Wen was
professor of economics.
That is what we teach today?
There seems a normal course.
Found something
to connect him to the Taiwanese mafia?
No.
Nothing in the house.
The widow was very helpful,
which certainly is not typical
in crimes carried out by the Mafia.
They killed him by
because of his job.
They were spies ...
watching you
Something with the university?
We interviewed teachers
and students.
He was very dear,
respected
taught economics and apparently
was writing a book.
- What was the book?
- Nobody seems to know.
At least that's what they say.
Actually we were celebrating
the execution of Henry
The night he
was murdered.
He came to this country
still young,
expert in
number theory
and now he was honored
with its realization
with stability
in record time.
As a man of
great integrity.
We hope to have many years
wonderful together.
Let's raise our glasses
to Professor Henry Wen.
Congratulations.
When we shall hear
new book on Henry?
What book?
He was well known
the Chinese community,
newspapers, etc ...
Can you think of any reason
for someone wanting to kill him?
Apparently he
openly criticized
rallies in the current
Taiwan government.
I can not imagine
economic theories of Henry
causing something else
than arguments.
But his wife suggested that
was because of work?
She said the
were spying.
It was perhaps with
afraid to talk about the mafia.
- She was scared.
- That's understandable.
She mentioned
two types suspects
guarding the park
in front of the house
This was confirmed
by a neighbor.
I saw two guys sitting
on their bikes.
- Could you be more specific?
- They looked oriental.
I could not
see them very well,
but sat right there in
their bikes smoking cigarettes.
I saw them twice,
Both times,
I was leaving for
work in the morning.
- Look like amateurs.
- You may want to look that way.
What do you think they
were looking for?
And what they found?
How's it going?
As if I had prepared myself
for this for many years ...
but now I know
because I realized ...
you can not prepare
for such a thing.
We've known all my life.
I've watched the ambassador
many years ago.
I was a teenager.
It was like I knew
my husband.
You may want to talk
the bridegroom.
Tell him I send
my greetings.
I hope he's okay.
Ms. Wen was
inside the car
when the thing
all happened,
but she was not hurt.
They have not touched it.
Guys dick bastards.
They did not seem to be afraid of
being caught or identified.
The Wens were the last to
they leave the building that night.
- Ming Wen Hwa?
- Yes.
Help!
Help me!
ONE WEEK LATER
The conversation with Ms. Wen
stayed with me.
I can not imagine
how she must have felt.
It is not often a witness
murder be spared.
Why did not they kill her?
- Agent Kelly?
- Yes.
Susan Kane, your contact
American here.
- How are you?
- Well, thank you.
Let him take his bag.
- So how was the flight?
- It was good.
Long, uhm?
When you install it in the hotel
can rest a little.
Agent Kelly this is Mr. Kuo,
our contact with the government here.
Welcome to the Republic
China, Agent Kelly.
It is an honor to have the
participation of the FBI.
If there is anything
I can do
to make your stay
here more productive
please do not hesitate to say.
Thanks.
Loh superintendent of police.
And the agent of Chen
Federal Police in Taiwan.
He will be supported in their
research assistance.
We were anxious
by his experience
to find the
murderers of Professor Wen.
Gentlemen, shall we?
I feel sorry for you
have to see it.
Communist spy.
Can not imagine all
problems we have here.
Agent Kelly, we have events
wonderful for your visit.
At dinner tonight
you know all
who will work with anxious
for his knowledge.
Then we have chairs
excellent for ballet.
Unfortunately I'm not here
vacation.
Certainly the work
is important
but our country
has much to offer.
It could turn the air conditioning,
please?
That's better.
Even after
four months
'm still not used
with heat.
That's because you never
was in Chicago in the summer.
Hey, I'm a
California girl.
You should choose
their missions better.
Enjoy your
stay, Mr. Kelly.
Thanks.
- All arranged?
- All arranged.
So, I'll send the
car pick him up at 6:30
for dinner and I recommend
try to get some sleep.
Such events
usually long
and believe it will be difficult to leave early.
You know, I just need
wash myself a little
and would love to go in the office
Federal Police.
I prefer to go on
dinner tonight
take a few drinks,
know a few people.
It will break all
formality here
and get all
the doors open.
- When in Rome?
- Exactly.
- When in Rome.
- Okay.
- Thanks.
- Get some rest.
Sorry, you speak English?
Wonderful.
- Is the National Palace Museum?
- Yes.
I would like to talk
with Dr. Li Pei Huang.
Dr. Huang is not.
Oh, sorry.
You know when he returns?
He left for the day.
I would like to leave a message?
No.
I will call back.
- Thank you.
- Thanks.
Taiwan's beer for you.
A shot of whiskey for me.
Never took a shot that
before coming here.
When in Rome.
You know, sometimes
I think that this government
spends more money on
fun than on defense.
Agent Kelly, excuse me.
Have you had time to see
something in our town?
Uh, unfortunately I was
resting at the hotel.
As you can imagine, I am
eager to start working.
Gentlemen, grab
their chairs!
I think we need dinner.
Hope you are hungry.
Dear friends ...
If you are not satisfied
with dinner tonight.
I apologize.
I have the honor
as representative
of our government
to give a warm welcome to our
asked the American FBI,
Agent Jake Kelly
Our esteemed President
remains committed
with the protection of our people
and China's sovereignty.
not only against
Communist infiltration,
but also to end
with organized crime.
Let's toast to the determination
of our Government
and our great President
Unlike the evil communists
with our utmost respect.
Hopefully soon
can reunify China
and free our brothers
the yoke of communism.
Also one million
Thanks
to our dearest
allies, the United States.
- Cheers.
- Drink!
Well, I should
feel honored.
- Oh, and there's more to come.
- I can not wait.
Sure, enjoy the night,
Agent Kelly.
It was a great success.
- Good evening.
- Thanks.
Good night.
FIND THE KILLERS
TEACHER'S WEN
THREE DAYS AFTER THE
MURDER OF WEN
What symbolizes the bags?
A fashion of politics?
A political attitude.
Maybe you just do not want
be identified.
Oh yeah, maybe by the killers.
I could not identify these
staff in any way,
with or without the bags.
You're a jerk.
What does the money
Wen's throat?
The Chinese mafia puts money
after an execution
to pay the victim's spirit.
Very well thought out.
I can not see this guy
as some kind of gangster.
In this profession until he retired
becomes easier.
We have received calls.
We must go.
WANT TO KNOW THE TRUTH
ON THE ASSASSINATION
We are in the surveys.
And you? Find anything?
Only one transfer
$ 1,000 dollars a month.
- Are you kidding me?
- I'm not funny, Jake.
Why do not you tell me
at the beginning of the conversation?
Because the recipient is Bishop
Episcopal Church in Taipei.
Sees conecxo with
Mafia on that thing?
- You sure can have a tenuous.
- Continue working on it.
I appreciate your
vast experience.
It's good Braxton is not here.
He hates Chinese.
You must be kidding?
How many calls do we have?
- Hundreds. Most worthless.
- Nothing stands out?
Maybe.
We have a connection to a
store owner
visited by two
Asian guys
he has
sure, but think
who were driving a
Cutlass Sierra brown.
- Right. Where was this?
- In Bringmar and Cicero.
Six blocks from the university.
Okay, I did
research
and found that the
more car rental
O'Hare Airport
is the Cutlass Sierra.
I made a list of
all the guys
at that time came from
Taiwan and China
they rented a
Cutlass Sierra.
Good job.
Want to see your animation
when you see the size of the list.
So what do we have?
I got a call from
a manager of a motel.
He said two Chinese
were brought there the other day,
not speak English well and
were driving a Sierra.
- It is the motel?
- Right.
- A convenience store?
- Uh-huh.
- The University?
- Near the expressway.
Worth checking out.
Hi, I'm Detective Gilbert
Chicago Police.
We are investigating
the two Chinese men.
- They are.
- David Lee and James Wo
- They stayed in room 36.
- A Cutlass Sierra.
Empty.
Take a look here.
I'll check the funds.
Lisa, have two bikes
back here.
Lisa, you know?
Lisa, you understand?
Freeze!
Police!
Stop!
FBI!
Is clean.
Is clean.
Kelly's agent, FBI.
Gunfire, police gunned down.
- Did you find something?
- It hurts a lot, actually.
- Yeah?
- Uh-huh.
They are in Taipei.
The car was Sierra
found this morning
a tire factory
abandoned on the south side.
- She was right.
- Who?
Lisa.
The car was rented
Airport O 'Hare
two days before Wen
be murdered.
By James Lee
the same James Lee
who bought a ticket
to Taipei, paid in cash.
They bought the tickets
and then flew.
So these guys
flew from O'Hare?
Passport control
had these drawings?
How did they leave?
Something in Taiwan?
They think they are
false identities.
- Interpol?
- The same.
I have a senator who
is glued on my ass.
It seems that this teacher
the project is his favorite.
Want to make a big
fanfare in the press
because the victim was a
U.S. citizen.
and mainly because
suspects crossed the border.
"Made in Taiwan".
Is.
But ... as we have
official relations with them more,
we can not extradite them
in any way.
Then the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs told me
we were allowed to send
an emissary to observe
and possibly
assist in the investigation.
Why are you
looking at me?
You're a senior.
When I left Vietnam, locked
the door of the helicopter.
You can send me
for Europe.
- How's your Chinese, Kelly?
- Um, no, sir.
Oh, bad thing
as you go.
And remember, you were
invited to assist.
- What does this mean?
- Do not be a cowboy.
Let them do
their work.
Yes, sir.
- Braxton.
- Hey, Jake.
Hey, how's it going?
Sick of food already?
I would say that people
is like drinking.
I think I would also
live in a state of repression.
Yeah, me too,
but do not tell anyone.
- So what you found?
- Nothing.
- I see the pictures tomorrow.
- Tomorrow?
These people do not see this case
with the same urgency as us.
- I'll call tomorrow after work.
- Okay, do not forget.
I'm worried about you.
- Bye, Tom
- Bye.
They will remove
Lee's body
and when the military police
back through that door,
will throw you in jail
or worse.
So, tell me right now.
Who gave you Lee?
You can
parole?
No.
There is no freedom
conditional here.
Then you'll get from me
just a name and number.
- Hello, do you speak English?
- Yes.
I want to talk to
Dr. Li Pei Huang.
- Who's calling?
- Mr. Jake Kelly.
Please tell Mrs. Wen
suggested me to call him.
- It's Huang.
- Dr. Huang?
I'm Agent Jake Kelly of the FBI.
I'm in Taipei,
assisting an investigation
the murder of Wen Ming Hwa.
A horrible tragedy.
Ms. Wen asked me
send their greetings.
- Are you hungry, Agent Kelly?
- Hungry?
You eat breakfast.
It does not take?
I can recommend a
excellent restaurant.
Near your hotel.
The five blocks.
The restaurant is
in your street on the right.
Thanks.
Dr. Huang?
I suppose not.
I'm sorry, I ...
Do you speak English?
No thanks.
Sure, coffee.
Caf Coffee?
Silence!
Silence!
Is there a communist here?
You must meet the requirement
and denounce the spies!
Get up!
No, no, please.
Get up now!
No, no, please.
No.
Wait!
Hey!
Hey!
- Do you speak English?
- Please sir, calm.
You know Dr. Huang?
He just asked me to
pay your bill.
Wanhua STATION,
First we show some
gang members in Taiwan.
Incidentally, we believe
Wen who was murdered
by a group called
Iron Blood of Patriots.
They are very well represented
in many cities
U.S.,
smuggling electronics
and dealing drugs.
And Professor Wen was well known
be the head of another gang:
- The Tigers Bamboo.
- Really?
Professor Wen was a
respectable academic
have trouble painting it
as a Mafia boss.
As you can imagine,
is easier for us
we infiltrated those groups
than for you.
Unless of course the FBI
has been specializing
tactics in Taiwanese
these days.
Please.
If you take a good look at
photos of these murderers,
I assure you that
find them here.
Someone once said:
"Be cautious
what you want. "
Well, when I want
a cup of coffee.
Provide for the agent Kelly
a cup of coffee.
Well, Agent Kelly ...
What new information
you have for us?
They are not here.
Neither James Lee, or David Wo.
That's impossible.
In these folders are all
gang members on the island.
All gang members
Taiwan are in these books.
Sorry.
I think you did
accurate identification.
He was so close to me
As you are now.
And I have no problem
to identify you.
Agent Kelly, as is
going on your first day?
Mr. Kuo.
Agent Kelly may be right.
Let's check
all over again
to ensure that
no one was forgotten.
Meanwhile, Agent Kelly
you need to rest.
I know a special place
where can I get it.
Really special.
- Come on.
- Looks good.
Good!
We will have a private room
for dinner.
Then I'll introduce you to
some important people.
You get companies
and exclusive agent Kelly.
Very few people
have access
this particular circle
party.
Only we and CIA
sit at these tables, uhm?
What an imagination you have.
I suppose in his profession,
is a hands-on, um?
Come on.
Only people of high
echelon come here.
Entrepreneurs, representatives
Boeing or Lockheed.
If you'll excuse me,
I'll check the kitchen.
They have a rib
very good here.
- Health!
- Health!
Thank God for
this guy, right?
You're here on business?
Is.
So, you know what
I mean.
Did you know
hundreds of missiles
are pointed at us
right now in China?
No, I did not know.
And for what?
Christ!
The Reds have already made
Hong Kong back
with the British in
command, that's for sure.
And this guy right here ...
This guy right here is that it guarantees
Taiwan a safe place
- To make money.
- And democracy.
It is ... too.
This, too, buddy.
- Health!
- Health!
Operator, I wanted to call
the United States, please.
Thanks.
- Braxton.
- It's me.
Hey!
How's it going?
- It seems tired.
- I am.
Is it?
Many party around?
They put him to work?
Yeah, but the files
are not complete.
No kidding.
- Now what will you do?
- Will show more pictures tomorrow.
- Looking more.
- Sounds like fun.
What is that noise?
Is someone knocking?
You got a girl
up or something?
Yes, several.
I'll call tomorrow.
Hello.
Can I help you?
I always wanted to know
an FBI agent.
See my friends
as a thank
of our president.
Please tell Mr. Kuo
thank you, but ...
No thanks.
- I do not find attractive?
- I find you very attractive.
You are very sick, Officer.
Do not use your phone.
Are listening.
- Who is listening?
- Get mad ...
and put me out.
Meet me in the alley
in ten minutes.
Exit.
- You do not like girls?
- I do not like prostitutes.
Come on.
Get out!
How the hell are you
thought it would take
Taiwanese aboard an unknown
an aircraft for the U.S.?
- That's why I called you.
- I do not work for you.
I do not have unlimited power.
Should have communicated
Ambassador.
- Nonsense!
- Should have led him to Beijing.
No, the government here
strongly depends on us.
No, the government here and we
if it matters,
only care for this island
not become a communist.
That's it!
Oh, come! I do not think even for a
second do you believe that.
You're not stupid
and is not naive.
How to stop will arrest me
a communist invasion, huh?
Where are you
going with this?
- Someone followed you?
- No.
- Are you sure?
- Yeah, sure.
Sure, it's dangerous here.
Who are you?
My name is Maysing.
Dr. Huang has sent me.
Right?
Come on.
Maysing, what are you afraid of?
What's happening?
Did you like dinner
tonight, Agent Kelly?
They kept
your cup full?
What do you mean?
They have a hint
on Wo Da Wei.
Known as David Wo
in your country.
They know where he
is hiding.
And they're going to arrest him.
Come, we are close.
He is in the last quarter
the first floor.
FBI!
FBI.
Why was not
informed about this?
Captain, I understand
that he interfered in
police matters.
He did not intend to commit
any disrespect.
I assure you it does not exceed
limits again.
What were you thinking?
They would arrest him.
They should have warned me.
Christ! You could
have been killed.
So I would have problems
in fact, would not you?
This morning, they had not
Wo idea who David was
and 24 hours take half of
Taiwanese army to kill him.
- This is not a conspiracy.
- No. It is the theory of the mafia.
Still pushing notes
through the canyons.
The gangs are here
very well connected.
Unfortunately we do not have
controlling corruption.
Henry Wen was not a gangster.
We are strangers here.
You have to act differently
or will not leave us
stay inside.
The military has a profile
very high here.
They are under martial law
since 1947.
I know it is very difficult
for us to understand
how is living with a
constant threat of invasion.
Threat of a
communist invasion.
Very difficult.
Reception.
Can I help you, Mr. Kelly?
Mr. Kelly?
Hello?
The phone has touched
continuously for three hours.
- Let me guess, Susan Kane?
- Washington.
- Washington?
- Is.
I do not know, but apparently
you created a storm there.
I'm telling you, they had
- And shot him.
- It's their show.
You take me to dinner and
after work.
You're just there
to advise.
How do you suppose that I give them technical
to kill suspects, Tom?
I'm telling you, there's something
great going on here
and I'll find out more
sooner than you think.
Well, when you discover
let us know.
I gotta go.
Why am I not surprised?
I'm happy not to have us
abandoned, Agent Kelly.
I'm Ming.
If Dr. Huang is here
I'll take you to him.
So, you know
Professor Wen?
No, never knew him.
Chicago is a big city.
- What you know about him?
- He seemed well liked.
The wife is very nice.
He had a big demonstration in
campus protesting his death.
And the demonstrators, which
were trying to say?
They were trying to link the death
him with his government.
That seems impossible to you?
I know he had a connection with
the gang Tigers Bamboo.
You need reamente
talk with Dr. Huang.
How to stop will arrest me
a communist invasion, huh?
- Where you going with this?
- What did that with Dr. Huang?
Wen's widow asked me
to say hi.
So you went to Kaohsiung
to say hi?
If I tell you, can you drop
Ming to my care?
I can speak with the Minister
Foreign Office.
It is not enough.
Let me tell you something:
This is not a
pure research
you can control
its field office.
I think you're not
understanding exactly
- What is happening here.
- Yes, and you?
How is Mrs. Wen?
Given the circumstances ...
She seems to be a
very strong woman.
The last time I saw her, she
was a shy and beautiful bride.
Wen was very happy.
It's a terrible loss.
You are near
find the killers?
Unfortunately I am forced to
stay out of the investigation.
- They do not allow me much.
- Must be very frustrating.
I am sure.
Who wanted to assassinate
Henry Wen?
Police say the
Mafia is responsible.
Yeah, but do not believe that Wen
had something to do with the mob.
I'm proud of my
Henry Wen student.
He did what I could not do.
- What?
- The supreme sacrifice.
He left his country to try
get the best for his people.
They could be
in your country ... a free country,
in which they could
speak freely.
What you know about
the history of our country?
After the Japanese occupation
World War II,
Chiang Kai-shek and his army
was forced to leave China
controlled by Mao Tse-Tung
and settled here.
Since then he has
Protected Taiwan
against a possible invasion
Communist China.
I assume that this information
is approved by the government.
This island has been controlled
by foreigners long ago.
To gain control
Chiang Kai-Shek
imposed martial law.
He did not care
people here
were being pursued,
arrested ... tortured.
What mattered was the people here
be forced to speak Mandarin.
We were fined for speaking
our own language, Taiwanese.
Wen would be allowed in America
write about these things.
There were 18 million
Taiwanese in these islands,
but less than 2 million
the Chinese dominated.
When President Nixon
shook hands with Mao ...
the government realized that its
days were numbered.
They are desperate.
Desperate enough
to kill an American
on American soil?
"Kill the chicken to
scare the monkey. "
Fear makes us lose
consciousness.
It can transform us
craven cowards too.
I do not want to offend you,
Agent Kelly
but do not understand why their
government sent him here.
You do not seem to be a
specialist in Taiwan.
I was one who could identify
Wen's killers.
But they already know who
killed Professor Wen.
But the important thing is that
all we can say
we seek
do the right thing.
And I owe it to Wen.
We need to finish
Wen's work.
Come on.
Wen sent this to me.
Now we need
reveal its contents.
You do not want to give it to me.
Give me evidence that
I may have.
We all need to believe
something, agent Kelly.
and believed
Henry also
the ideals of the United States.
And you?
Is not concerned with what
might happen to you?
I am the curator of the largest collection
Chinese art world.
I'm still useful
the government.
If not,
I would not be here.
Finally, I also
I'm doing the right thing.
Thank you, Agent Kelly.
Thanks.
Ming.
See you soon.
Are speaking in Taiwanese,
not in Chinese.
- What is 228?
- February 28, 1947.
Chiang Kai-Shek murdered
It is illegal to talk about it.
- What are they saying?
- Independence.
You and Dr. Huang spoke
by at least 20 minutes.
You knew I was
being followed?
This is not America.
You have exceeded their limits.
You can not
have noticed
but is being followed
since arriving here.
Which side are you on?
I can do to you
the same question.
You're hiding evidence,
helping a Communist spy ...
The government is giving me
information now?
The military command me
sent as a courtesy.
Let's cut the crap.
Say what you know.
I'll tell you what I know.
A U.S. envoy
was seen at a rally hostile.
The government ordered the Army
that fire on unarmed civilians
they were doing
a peaceful protest.
How would that look like?
- I'm going back to the hotel.
- It's late. Please stay.
- No, not yet ...
- I'll make some tea.
I can not believe they shot
a crowd like that?
They had orders
to do so.
Why?
It was a meeting
democracy.
The government does not want
publicity about the 228.
They did a
great job,
anyone off the island
know about it.
Therefore we suspect
who killed Henry Wen.
He tried to reveal
the rest of the world.
What happened?
After the Second World War
Japanese left after 50 years.
We were very happy.
Then the Chinese began
a civil war.
And the army of Chiang Kai-Shek
began to lose
against Mao Tse-Tung
and the Communists.
The army of Chiang Kai-Shek
began to flee to Taiwan.
At first, we
happy because ...
many of our ancestors
were continent.
But then we started to realize
because they were
losing the war.
It was because they stole from
people on the continent,
the same way
stole from us.
They came to Taiwan and
saw how rich we were.
They acted as if
they owned everything.
On February 28, 1947
met the Taiwanese
and marched to demand
justice and order.
They responded by sending
a battalion to kill us.
They were very specific
about who they killed.
Mataram politicians, businessmen,
journalists, intellectuals ...
Anyone who could
form a government.
A whole generation of leaders.
My father ...
was a civil engineer.
He was taken from our house ...
and washed into the river with
five other men with no luck.
They were tied together ...
then fired at
head of one of them ...
and he drew others to
drown him.
My father was the last
to drown.
Drink your tea.
It is a healing tea.
The Chinese say
we are his brothers.
But if we are their brothers,
why treat us this way?
Thanks.
No.
It's okay.
We know we have
government agents / i
in all major universities
the United States. / i
- Good morning.
- Good morning.
It has a shirt for you.
Thanks.
As Wen was able to
smuggle the tape
with the government pursuing?
Neither our government
can organize
the chaos of our
postal system.
- What's on tape?
- It's a saying in the book of Wen.
A copy. He felt that
was in danger.
About what is the book?
He wrote about the
Taiwanese government
and the systematic use
Chinese mob.
Gangs sell drugs and use
the money to buy weapons
other countries including
United States.
They spread fear
spying on the people themselves,
launder money and even kill
political dissidents.
Susan ...
Agent Kelly, where the hell
have you been?
We've been looking
for you all morning.
I do not know what
is happening,
but I suggest that it is
cool, let me talk.
Try not to speak
anything stupid.
Where's Kuo?
- Good morning, gentlemen.
- Good morning.
Thanks for coming.
I would like to take
this opportunity
to reiterate the importance
to the United States
we find Lee Shin Shen.
We are aware of their
concern, Mrs. Kane.
I can assure you we are so
eager to meet him
as you do.
Thank you.
You'll find Lee
or they will kill him?
I saw how efficient are
David Wo holding.
We can all
understand, I am sure,
- Agent Kelly's frustration.
- Please do not.
The agent understands what Kelly
is happening here.
We look forward
to hear him.
Then, perhaps, can tell us
what were you doing there.
I was doing what
I was sent here to do.
I was watching.
Maybe they'll leave me
know the next time
that they hold some
of my suspects.
The suspects are no longer
their suspects.
It is our research and I
not need to report to you,
except by courtesy.
I'm sure we all
we want to find Lee Shin Shen.
I'm curious, though.
How do you know where it was?
I went for a walk,
I saw a police activity
and decided to follow them.
Then, perhaps,
you can tell me
what he was doing
in an illegal protest
in Kaohsiung yesterday?
Excuse me?
Surely you did not leave
just to walk, then?
No. I had a hint that
Lee was in Kaohsiung.
- And was he?
- I do not know.
I was hit in the head before
I could check.
Own initiative
can compromise
our research and
Inspector Chen.
The last thing I want to do
is to jeopardize this investigation.
What if I have done this,
I apologize to you
and the Inspector Chen.
Due to the riots did not fear
be safer to keep you here.
His advice was
much appreciated
but we have to ask you
leave the country until tomorrow afternoon.
- Mrs. Kane.
- Certainly.
I believe that with this
have enough time
to end all
their businesses here.
Thank you, gentlemen.
Agent Kelly.
- I can not leave yet.
- My hands are tied.
We have no relations
officers in this country.
You were lucky not to
were thrown in jail.
Lee is the key to this whole thing.
He can blow it all.
So want to get rid of me
and catch him first.
- It's their investigation.
- They will not investigate it.
- They will kill him.
- Enough.
What exactly is the
your goal here?
I think the Taiwanese government is
behind the assassination of Wen.
Listen, even if it were true,
you could never prove.
No.
Not without Lee
Listen to your
even saying.
You want to blame all
the Taiwanese government
for murdering a citizen
American on U.S. soil.
I'm sorry that this has
to end this way,
but you have to leave
this story it be.
Do not leave the hotel without me calling.
Wait a minute.
What is he doing?
Operator, I'd like to call
to the United States.
One moment, please.
- Hello?
- Tom
Jake, you've found
anything?
- Daltry's there?
- For Daltry wants to talk to?
He's gone.
- They sent me home.
- What?
Seems I'm not
most welcome.
- A bunch of crap.
- It's crap.
I said to keep
a low profile.
It's hard when you discover
that the Taiwanese government
Wen murdered.
What?
What are you telling me?
Now it makes sense to the Ministry
have called Daltry.
Wait, explain to me again.
What are you talking about?
Jake?
Jake!
Jake?
Damn!
Jake?
Huang is dead!
You're not safe.
They are behind you now.
Come on.
Come on.
I see you already know my sister.
She has contacts in
security police.
Apparently.
Victims of Torture.
- From Kaohsiung?
- Some, perhaps.
In this they used a blowtorch.
You saw for yourself
it said Dr. Huang.
It was nice to be on you
Kaosiung protest.
I think they started something
that can not be stopped.
I'm sorry, but the
Security Police
has information that Lee Shin Shen
fled to Hong Kong.
FBI!
This man is
in my custody.
If you are not hostile,
I remove his handcuffs.
You can take the sale.
Do not worry.
You're safe.
You're a lucky man,
Agent Kelly.
After his capture, I lost
his track for several hours.
I feared that some of my
subordinates execute you.
That would be unfortunate.
You certainly is not the goofy
that our government had hoped.
- Where is Ming?
- You will see him soon.
Change can come
from anywhere.
As my friend Huang
some prefer to work within.
Huang is dead.
Why should I
I trust you?
You have no reason.
What if I told you that
your suspect Wo Da Wei
Shin Shen and Lee were members
an organization called
Patriots Blood Iron
and that this organization
was hired to assassinate
Professor Wen?
This only confirms something
I already suspected.
Then the government
was involved.
- Military Command?
- Sure.
But the order came from above.
The Blood of Patriots head
Iron is the son of the president.
Wen then murdered
to save face?
Yes
Why risk the
relations with the U.S.?
That was a
stupid decision,
as many decisions
taken recently.
You knew about this?
Would you believe me
if I said "no"?
- I have my doubts.
- As you should.
It is a tricky business,
Agent Kelly.
We must be aware
Goal ... all the time.
They will not admit it,
but this government feels
backed into a corner.
Are pressed
by contracts
with several entrepreneurs
Americans ...
to fund and train
the Contras in Nicaragua
to combat
communist government.
In return, the U.S. will approve a
arms trade with Taiwan
exceeding 50 million dollars.
When President Nixon
decided to support China
took advantage of the continent.
The UN seat changed
Taipei to Beijing, but ...
the greatest threat to
our government,
is not the "red giant",
she's here in Taiwan!
What most Taiwanese
wants is a democratic government,
separate and independent from China.
Sounds reasonable to their ears
as an American?
China needs Taiwan.
Taiwan does not need China.
It is a fact that the U.S. and the rest
the world will never understand.
Henry Wen was Taiwanese. He was
murdered in their continent.
Now that Da Wei Wo is dead
Lee Shin Shen know is
being hunted by the employer
because it has become more
dangerous for the government
Henry Wen than it ever was.
And now he fled
to Hong Kong?
Take care with our
intelligence, agent Kelly.
We know exactly
where he is.
See, unlike Wo Da Wei
Lee Shin Shen is senior member
Patriots' therefore
he has some protection.
But its members are ready
to extradite him for a price.
We will extradite him tonight.
You want me to find
before they do that, do you?
How do I find it?
He is a club
managed by the Patriots.
Ming knows your friend.
Already released?
I arranged to stay
the vigilance of the guard.
You will not want to be late
for the last flight, Agent Kelly.
And I wish him luck during
his last hours in Taipei.
Ming!
Are you okay?
Ming ...
I know where Lee is.
You've got me
help you find it?
I will arrest him.
Enough already!
Who the hell are you?
What did he say?
He said he was
waiting for us.
He said he knows that
was betrayed by the party
and that he prefers a trial
in U.S. court.
Ask him why
Wen he murdered.
He said the party
offered a good deal
and that he did not realize who
were their partners.
Who hired him?
He said that once
custody outside of Taiwan
he'll tell you everything.
Come on.
- Where are you?
- The way to the airport.
We are two people
going out tonight.
- Impossible.
- Nothing is impossible.
I need your help
to spend on security.
I do not have that kind of power.
I know you have power
sufficient to exchange
a trade secret
weapons to Nicaragua.
We will meet in
security gate.
Take the left by
arrival gate.
Here is good.
Take care my friend.
- I go with you.
- No. You have to leave.
- It is not safe for you.
- I do not care anymore.
Knows what will happen
if the catch me.
The only thing that matters is
put them safely on this plane.
Welcome to Airport
International Chiang Kai-Shek.
FBI.
He is with me.
You behaved like a
Cowboy since he arrived.
Precipitated and arrogant.
This will cost the U.S.
much political capital in
what you're worth.
I did not come here to see opera.
You can not sacrifice
because of one man.
You will not change anything.
If you think
we must sacrifice
the last bastion that
have against China
you are a traitor
for your country.
Let me tell you one thing:
Wen would reveal the truth about
what is happening here.
He was murdered
by this government.
If that is our policy,
this is what she deserves now.
Just tell them you were
bringing Lee to me.
Yes, of course.
Damn!
What happened?
He wanted to wish me
a good flight.
- You did not call, did not write.
- I was a little busy.
Yeah, you know Daltry
everything that happened.
All actors
this division
shall testify before
a special committee
to explain why the FBI
helped one of its agents
violating the laws of
international law.
I was sent to a
work and did the job ...
You were sent to
observe and report,
not to get our
the only suspect dead
try to smuggle it
illegally across the country.
If we wanted an Elliot Ness
we would eviado Elliot Ness.
I was the only one who was
trying to arrest the suspect.
The only thing you did right
has been delivering that terrorist
the Taiwanese government and
you did it by accident.
Ming was not a terrorist.
I never would have found Lee
without his help.
Now we're
abandoned to die.
This is an internal problem
the Taiwanese government ...
They murdered the
His family, Daltry!
The daughter was deleno
a terrorist.
- It is not our responsibility!
- It is not our responsibility?
And the truth?
It does not matter anymore?
- And the killers Wen?
- They are not our people.
They are not our people?
Wen was an American citizen.
His widow is a U.S. citizen.
Well, there are many people who
not see it that way.
You have evidence that Wen was
killed by the Taiwanese government?
Here because this is still the FBI,
and work with evidence.
And if you want to create a
international incident
you better have something more than just
his word to go ahead.
And I will not risk the
rest of my career
cursed by a bunch of politicians
neither do I care.
Hey!
The Federal Police in Taiwan
accuses him of smuggling
important evidence.
What are they talking about?
And I dunno.
I remember you, Agent,
is a crime to hide evidence.
You signed the same
I vow.
Defend the Constitution
against all enemies,
external and internal.
I did not get the FBI
to observe
while people are
being murdered!
Are you sure
you want to do this?
That is not why
I sent.
You know?
It's just a job.
Okay, eliminate all
the evidence you have.
- Are you talking or Daltry?
- Daltry.
You know, I do not care
what you will do.
We must be faithful
yourself, uh?
Doing the right thing.
Only you know what it is.
It's very Chinese coming from you.
Is it? Coming from you,
I take it as a compliment.
- I see him there.
- Do not be long.
I will miss you.
We know there are agents
the Taiwanese government / i
in all major
U.S. universities. / i
I also walked being watched. / i
I've seen
photographing me / i
outside of my
office at night. / i
I know what I'm
doing is dangerous. / i
Raise your voice and demand change
was always a risk in history. / i
We have suffered enough now. / i
We can not remain
over in silence. / i
Because of events like
those portrayed in this film,
Taiwan became a democracy.
Today China has more than
and has threatened to use force
if it declares independence.
Today there are 23 countries that recognize
Taiwan as a sovereign nation.
The U.S. is not one of them.
- Sabras -
--
Portuguese sailors called it
Formosa, or Beautiful Island.
After the Second World War
went to the Republic of China
But most Western
know it as Taiwan.
All FBI agents are
asked to take an oath
when they form in
Academy in Quantico.
Not just a bunch of words.
That's why I entered.
I love America
and I think it's worth
defend it with my life.
In 1983, the FBI sent me to Taiwan
to assist in a
murder case
of an American citizen.
It was there that I met Ming, a
Man subjected to an injustice.
that shook my faith
in our constitution,
my belief in justice
and the fundamentals of
Our U.S. government.
Welcome to Airport
International Chiang Kai-Shek.
FBI.
He is with me.
I just bought you
a little time.
Are you okay?
Here.
Take this.
What the hell happened?
Begin to tell me right now
or I'm not able to protect him!
- Come!
- You have no authority here.
Here is Taiwan.
And if you have not noticed,
I'm their only link
with their civil rights.
CHICAGO
Two weeks before
Henry Wen was murdered
by mafia
why you're here.
Hey, this is the first.
First I think this rivalry
with the feds suck.
I just want to get
the bad guys.
I'm with you.
Lisa, I like
girls straight.
It's Detective Gilbert,
Braxton agent.
We found a
abnormality in the X-ray.
The throat was scratched.
Most autopsies would
straightforward, this was an exception.
We found that the trachea.
- It's Chinese?
- Taiwanese, actually.
I think it must have conecxo
Patriots with the Blood Iron,
a gang of Taiwan.
Blood Iron Patriot?
Is. And it was found
at the scene.
This cigarette brand is not
sold here in the U.S..
The evidence points one
outside my jurisdiction.
It should be a detective.
Lakecrest School
Henry Wen was
professor of economics.
That is what we teach today?
There seems a normal course.
Found something
to connect him to the Taiwanese mafia?
No.
Nothing in the house.
The widow was very helpful,
which certainly is not typical
in crimes carried out by the Mafia.
They killed him by
because of his job.
They were spies ...
watching you
Something with the university?
We interviewed teachers
and students.
He was very dear,
respected
taught economics and apparently
was writing a book.
- What was the book?
- Nobody seems to know.
At least that's what they say.
Actually we were celebrating
the execution of Henry
The night he
was murdered.
He came to this country
still young,
expert in
number theory
and now he was honored
with its realization
with stability
in record time.
As a man of
great integrity.
We hope to have many years
wonderful together.
Let's raise our glasses
to Professor Henry Wen.
Congratulations.
When we shall hear
new book on Henry?
What book?
He was well known
the Chinese community,
newspapers, etc ...
Can you think of any reason
for someone wanting to kill him?
Apparently he
openly criticized
rallies in the current
Taiwan government.
I can not imagine
economic theories of Henry
causing something else
than arguments.
But his wife suggested that
was because of work?
She said the
were spying.
It was perhaps with
afraid to talk about the mafia.
- She was scared.
- That's understandable.
She mentioned
two types suspects
guarding the park
in front of the house
This was confirmed
by a neighbor.
I saw two guys sitting
on their bikes.
- Could you be more specific?
- They looked oriental.
I could not
see them very well,
but sat right there in
their bikes smoking cigarettes.
I saw them twice,
Both times,
I was leaving for
work in the morning.
- Look like amateurs.
- You may want to look that way.
What do you think they
were looking for?
And what they found?
How's it going?
As if I had prepared myself
for this for many years ...
but now I know
because I realized ...
you can not prepare
for such a thing.
We've known all my life.
I've watched the ambassador
many years ago.
I was a teenager.
It was like I knew
my husband.
You may want to talk
the bridegroom.
Tell him I send
my greetings.
I hope he's okay.
Ms. Wen was
inside the car
when the thing
all happened,
but she was not hurt.
They have not touched it.
Guys dick bastards.
They did not seem to be afraid of
being caught or identified.
The Wens were the last to
they leave the building that night.
- Ming Wen Hwa?
- Yes.
Help!
Help me!
ONE WEEK LATER
The conversation with Ms. Wen
stayed with me.
I can not imagine
how she must have felt.
It is not often a witness
murder be spared.
Why did not they kill her?
- Agent Kelly?
- Yes.
Susan Kane, your contact
American here.
- How are you?
- Well, thank you.
Let him take his bag.
- So how was the flight?
- It was good.
Long, uhm?
When you install it in the hotel
can rest a little.
Agent Kelly this is Mr. Kuo,
our contact with the government here.
Welcome to the Republic
China, Agent Kelly.
It is an honor to have the
participation of the FBI.
If there is anything
I can do
to make your stay
here more productive
please do not hesitate to say.
Thanks.
Loh superintendent of police.
And the agent of Chen
Federal Police in Taiwan.
He will be supported in their
research assistance.
We were anxious
by his experience
to find the
murderers of Professor Wen.
Gentlemen, shall we?
I feel sorry for you
have to see it.
Communist spy.
Can not imagine all
problems we have here.
Agent Kelly, we have events
wonderful for your visit.
At dinner tonight
you know all
who will work with anxious
for his knowledge.
Then we have chairs
excellent for ballet.
Unfortunately I'm not here
vacation.
Certainly the work
is important
but our country
has much to offer.
It could turn the air conditioning,
please?
That's better.
Even after
four months
'm still not used
with heat.
That's because you never
was in Chicago in the summer.
Hey, I'm a
California girl.
You should choose
their missions better.
Enjoy your
stay, Mr. Kelly.
Thanks.
- All arranged?
- All arranged.
So, I'll send the
car pick him up at 6:30
for dinner and I recommend
try to get some sleep.
Such events
usually long
and believe it will be difficult to leave early.
You know, I just need
wash myself a little
and would love to go in the office
Federal Police.
I prefer to go on
dinner tonight
take a few drinks,
know a few people.
It will break all
formality here
and get all
the doors open.
- When in Rome?
- Exactly.
- When in Rome.
- Okay.
- Thanks.
- Get some rest.
Sorry, you speak English?
Wonderful.
- Is the National Palace Museum?
- Yes.
I would like to talk
with Dr. Li Pei Huang.
Dr. Huang is not.
Oh, sorry.
You know when he returns?
He left for the day.
I would like to leave a message?
No.
I will call back.
- Thank you.
- Thanks.
Taiwan's beer for you.
A shot of whiskey for me.
Never took a shot that
before coming here.
When in Rome.
You know, sometimes
I think that this government
spends more money on
fun than on defense.
Agent Kelly, excuse me.
Have you had time to see
something in our town?
Uh, unfortunately I was
resting at the hotel.
As you can imagine, I am
eager to start working.
Gentlemen, grab
their chairs!
I think we need dinner.
Hope you are hungry.
Dear friends ...
If you are not satisfied
with dinner tonight.
I apologize.
I have the honor
as representative
of our government
to give a warm welcome to our
asked the American FBI,
Agent Jake Kelly
Our esteemed President
remains committed
with the protection of our people
and China's sovereignty.
not only against
Communist infiltration,
but also to end
with organized crime.
Let's toast to the determination
of our Government
and our great President
Unlike the evil communists
with our utmost respect.
Hopefully soon
can reunify China
and free our brothers
the yoke of communism.
Also one million
Thanks
to our dearest
allies, the United States.
- Cheers.
- Drink!
Well, I should
feel honored.
- Oh, and there's more to come.
- I can not wait.
Sure, enjoy the night,
Agent Kelly.
It was a great success.
- Good evening.
- Thanks.
Good night.
FIND THE KILLERS
TEACHER'S WEN
THREE DAYS AFTER THE
MURDER OF WEN
What symbolizes the bags?
A fashion of politics?
A political attitude.
Maybe you just do not want
be identified.
Oh yeah, maybe by the killers.
I could not identify these
staff in any way,
with or without the bags.
You're a jerk.
What does the money
Wen's throat?
The Chinese mafia puts money
after an execution
to pay the victim's spirit.
Very well thought out.
I can not see this guy
as some kind of gangster.
In this profession until he retired
becomes easier.
We have received calls.
We must go.
WANT TO KNOW THE TRUTH
ON THE ASSASSINATION
We are in the surveys.
And you? Find anything?
Only one transfer
$ 1,000 dollars a month.
- Are you kidding me?
- I'm not funny, Jake.
Why do not you tell me
at the beginning of the conversation?
Because the recipient is Bishop
Episcopal Church in Taipei.
Sees conecxo with
Mafia on that thing?
- You sure can have a tenuous.
- Continue working on it.
I appreciate your
vast experience.
It's good Braxton is not here.
He hates Chinese.
You must be kidding?
How many calls do we have?
- Hundreds. Most worthless.
- Nothing stands out?
Maybe.
We have a connection to a
store owner
visited by two
Asian guys
he has
sure, but think
who were driving a
Cutlass Sierra brown.
- Right. Where was this?
- In Bringmar and Cicero.
Six blocks from the university.
Okay, I did
research
and found that the
more car rental
O'Hare Airport
is the Cutlass Sierra.
I made a list of
all the guys
at that time came from
Taiwan and China
they rented a
Cutlass Sierra.
Good job.
Want to see your animation
when you see the size of the list.
So what do we have?
I got a call from
a manager of a motel.
He said two Chinese
were brought there the other day,
not speak English well and
were driving a Sierra.
- It is the motel?
- Right.
- A convenience store?
- Uh-huh.
- The University?
- Near the expressway.
Worth checking out.
Hi, I'm Detective Gilbert
Chicago Police.
We are investigating
the two Chinese men.
- They are.
- David Lee and James Wo
- They stayed in room 36.
- A Cutlass Sierra.
Empty.
Take a look here.
I'll check the funds.
Lisa, have two bikes
back here.
Lisa, you know?
Lisa, you understand?
Freeze!
Police!
Stop!
FBI!
Is clean.
Is clean.
Kelly's agent, FBI.
Gunfire, police gunned down.
- Did you find something?
- It hurts a lot, actually.
- Yeah?
- Uh-huh.
They are in Taipei.
The car was Sierra
found this morning
a tire factory
abandoned on the south side.
- She was right.
- Who?
Lisa.
The car was rented
Airport O 'Hare
two days before Wen
be murdered.
By James Lee
the same James Lee
who bought a ticket
to Taipei, paid in cash.
They bought the tickets
and then flew.
So these guys
flew from O'Hare?
Passport control
had these drawings?
How did they leave?
Something in Taiwan?
They think they are
false identities.
- Interpol?
- The same.
I have a senator who
is glued on my ass.
It seems that this teacher
the project is his favorite.
Want to make a big
fanfare in the press
because the victim was a
U.S. citizen.
and mainly because
suspects crossed the border.
"Made in Taiwan".
Is.
But ... as we have
official relations with them more,
we can not extradite them
in any way.
Then the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs told me
we were allowed to send
an emissary to observe
and possibly
assist in the investigation.
Why are you
looking at me?
You're a senior.
When I left Vietnam, locked
the door of the helicopter.
You can send me
for Europe.
- How's your Chinese, Kelly?
- Um, no, sir.
Oh, bad thing
as you go.
And remember, you were
invited to assist.
- What does this mean?
- Do not be a cowboy.
Let them do
their work.
Yes, sir.
- Braxton.
- Hey, Jake.
Hey, how's it going?
Sick of food already?
I would say that people
is like drinking.
I think I would also
live in a state of repression.
Yeah, me too,
but do not tell anyone.
- So what you found?
- Nothing.
- I see the pictures tomorrow.
- Tomorrow?
These people do not see this case
with the same urgency as us.
- I'll call tomorrow after work.
- Okay, do not forget.
I'm worried about you.
- Bye, Tom
- Bye.
They will remove
Lee's body
and when the military police
back through that door,
will throw you in jail
or worse.
So, tell me right now.
Who gave you Lee?
You can
parole?
No.
There is no freedom
conditional here.
Then you'll get from me
just a name and number.
- Hello, do you speak English?
- Yes.
I want to talk to
Dr. Li Pei Huang.
- Who's calling?
- Mr. Jake Kelly.
Please tell Mrs. Wen
suggested me to call him.
- It's Huang.
- Dr. Huang?
I'm Agent Jake Kelly of the FBI.
I'm in Taipei,
assisting an investigation
the murder of Wen Ming Hwa.
A horrible tragedy.
Ms. Wen asked me
send their greetings.
- Are you hungry, Agent Kelly?
- Hungry?
You eat breakfast.
It does not take?
I can recommend a
excellent restaurant.
Near your hotel.
The five blocks.
The restaurant is
in your street on the right.
Thanks.
Dr. Huang?
I suppose not.
I'm sorry, I ...
Do you speak English?
No thanks.
Sure, coffee.
Caf Coffee?
Silence!
Silence!
Is there a communist here?
You must meet the requirement
and denounce the spies!
Get up!
No, no, please.
Get up now!
No, no, please.
No.
Wait!
Hey!
Hey!
- Do you speak English?
- Please sir, calm.
You know Dr. Huang?
He just asked me to
pay your bill.
Wanhua STATION,
First we show some
gang members in Taiwan.
Incidentally, we believe
Wen who was murdered
by a group called
Iron Blood of Patriots.
They are very well represented
in many cities
U.S.,
smuggling electronics
and dealing drugs.
And Professor Wen was well known
be the head of another gang:
- The Tigers Bamboo.
- Really?
Professor Wen was a
respectable academic
have trouble painting it
as a Mafia boss.
As you can imagine,
is easier for us
we infiltrated those groups
than for you.
Unless of course the FBI
has been specializing
tactics in Taiwanese
these days.
Please.
If you take a good look at
photos of these murderers,
I assure you that
find them here.
Someone once said:
"Be cautious
what you want. "
Well, when I want
a cup of coffee.
Provide for the agent Kelly
a cup of coffee.
Well, Agent Kelly ...
What new information
you have for us?
They are not here.
Neither James Lee, or David Wo.
That's impossible.
In these folders are all
gang members on the island.
All gang members
Taiwan are in these books.
Sorry.
I think you did
accurate identification.
He was so close to me
As you are now.
And I have no problem
to identify you.
Agent Kelly, as is
going on your first day?
Mr. Kuo.
Agent Kelly may be right.
Let's check
all over again
to ensure that
no one was forgotten.
Meanwhile, Agent Kelly
you need to rest.
I know a special place
where can I get it.
Really special.
- Come on.
- Looks good.
Good!
We will have a private room
for dinner.
Then I'll introduce you to
some important people.
You get companies
and exclusive agent Kelly.
Very few people
have access
this particular circle
party.
Only we and CIA
sit at these tables, uhm?
What an imagination you have.
I suppose in his profession,
is a hands-on, um?
Come on.
Only people of high
echelon come here.
Entrepreneurs, representatives
Boeing or Lockheed.
If you'll excuse me,
I'll check the kitchen.
They have a rib
very good here.
- Health!
- Health!
Thank God for
this guy, right?
You're here on business?
Is.
So, you know what
I mean.
Did you know
hundreds of missiles
are pointed at us
right now in China?
No, I did not know.
And for what?
Christ!
The Reds have already made
Hong Kong back
with the British in
command, that's for sure.
And this guy right here ...
This guy right here is that it guarantees
Taiwan a safe place
- To make money.
- And democracy.
It is ... too.
This, too, buddy.
- Health!
- Health!
Operator, I wanted to call
the United States, please.
Thanks.
- Braxton.
- It's me.
Hey!
How's it going?
- It seems tired.
- I am.
Is it?
Many party around?
They put him to work?
Yeah, but the files
are not complete.
No kidding.
- Now what will you do?
- Will show more pictures tomorrow.
- Looking more.
- Sounds like fun.
What is that noise?
Is someone knocking?
You got a girl
up or something?
Yes, several.
I'll call tomorrow.
Hello.
Can I help you?
I always wanted to know
an FBI agent.
See my friends
as a thank
of our president.
Please tell Mr. Kuo
thank you, but ...
No thanks.
- I do not find attractive?
- I find you very attractive.
You are very sick, Officer.
Do not use your phone.
Are listening.
- Who is listening?
- Get mad ...
and put me out.
Meet me in the alley
in ten minutes.
Exit.
- You do not like girls?
- I do not like prostitutes.
Come on.
Get out!
How the hell are you
thought it would take
Taiwanese aboard an unknown
an aircraft for the U.S.?
- That's why I called you.
- I do not work for you.
I do not have unlimited power.
Should have communicated
Ambassador.
- Nonsense!
- Should have led him to Beijing.
No, the government here
strongly depends on us.
No, the government here and we
if it matters,
only care for this island
not become a communist.
That's it!
Oh, come! I do not think even for a
second do you believe that.
You're not stupid
and is not naive.
How to stop will arrest me
a communist invasion, huh?
Where are you
going with this?
- Someone followed you?
- No.
- Are you sure?
- Yeah, sure.
Sure, it's dangerous here.
Who are you?
My name is Maysing.
Dr. Huang has sent me.
Right?
Come on.
Maysing, what are you afraid of?
What's happening?
Did you like dinner
tonight, Agent Kelly?
They kept
your cup full?
What do you mean?
They have a hint
on Wo Da Wei.
Known as David Wo
in your country.
They know where he
is hiding.
And they're going to arrest him.
Come, we are close.
He is in the last quarter
the first floor.
FBI!
FBI.
Why was not
informed about this?
Captain, I understand
that he interfered in
police matters.
He did not intend to commit
any disrespect.
I assure you it does not exceed
limits again.
What were you thinking?
They would arrest him.
They should have warned me.
Christ! You could
have been killed.
So I would have problems
in fact, would not you?
This morning, they had not
Wo idea who David was
and 24 hours take half of
Taiwanese army to kill him.
- This is not a conspiracy.
- No. It is the theory of the mafia.
Still pushing notes
through the canyons.
The gangs are here
very well connected.
Unfortunately we do not have
controlling corruption.
Henry Wen was not a gangster.
We are strangers here.
You have to act differently
or will not leave us
stay inside.
The military has a profile
very high here.
They are under martial law
since 1947.
I know it is very difficult
for us to understand
how is living with a
constant threat of invasion.
Threat of a
communist invasion.
Very difficult.
Reception.
Can I help you, Mr. Kelly?
Mr. Kelly?
Hello?
The phone has touched
continuously for three hours.
- Let me guess, Susan Kane?
- Washington.
- Washington?
- Is.
I do not know, but apparently
you created a storm there.
I'm telling you, they had
- And shot him.
- It's their show.
You take me to dinner and
after work.
You're just there
to advise.
How do you suppose that I give them technical
to kill suspects, Tom?
I'm telling you, there's something
great going on here
and I'll find out more
sooner than you think.
Well, when you discover
let us know.
I gotta go.
Why am I not surprised?
I'm happy not to have us
abandoned, Agent Kelly.
I'm Ming.
If Dr. Huang is here
I'll take you to him.
So, you know
Professor Wen?
No, never knew him.
Chicago is a big city.
- What you know about him?
- He seemed well liked.
The wife is very nice.
He had a big demonstration in
campus protesting his death.
And the demonstrators, which
were trying to say?
They were trying to link the death
him with his government.
That seems impossible to you?
I know he had a connection with
the gang Tigers Bamboo.
You need reamente
talk with Dr. Huang.
How to stop will arrest me
a communist invasion, huh?
- Where you going with this?
- What did that with Dr. Huang?
Wen's widow asked me
to say hi.
So you went to Kaohsiung
to say hi?
If I tell you, can you drop
Ming to my care?
I can speak with the Minister
Foreign Office.
It is not enough.
Let me tell you something:
This is not a
pure research
you can control
its field office.
I think you're not
understanding exactly
- What is happening here.
- Yes, and you?
How is Mrs. Wen?
Given the circumstances ...
She seems to be a
very strong woman.
The last time I saw her, she
was a shy and beautiful bride.
Wen was very happy.
It's a terrible loss.
You are near
find the killers?
Unfortunately I am forced to
stay out of the investigation.
- They do not allow me much.
- Must be very frustrating.
I am sure.
Who wanted to assassinate
Henry Wen?
Police say the
Mafia is responsible.
Yeah, but do not believe that Wen
had something to do with the mob.
I'm proud of my
Henry Wen student.
He did what I could not do.
- What?
- The supreme sacrifice.
He left his country to try
get the best for his people.
They could be
in your country ... a free country,
in which they could
speak freely.
What you know about
the history of our country?
After the Japanese occupation
World War II,
Chiang Kai-shek and his army
was forced to leave China
controlled by Mao Tse-Tung
and settled here.
Since then he has
Protected Taiwan
against a possible invasion
Communist China.
I assume that this information
is approved by the government.
This island has been controlled
by foreigners long ago.
To gain control
Chiang Kai-Shek
imposed martial law.
He did not care
people here
were being pursued,
arrested ... tortured.
What mattered was the people here
be forced to speak Mandarin.
We were fined for speaking
our own language, Taiwanese.
Wen would be allowed in America
write about these things.
There were 18 million
Taiwanese in these islands,
but less than 2 million
the Chinese dominated.
When President Nixon
shook hands with Mao ...
the government realized that its
days were numbered.
They are desperate.
Desperate enough
to kill an American
on American soil?
"Kill the chicken to
scare the monkey. "
Fear makes us lose
consciousness.
It can transform us
craven cowards too.
I do not want to offend you,
Agent Kelly
but do not understand why their
government sent him here.
You do not seem to be a
specialist in Taiwan.
I was one who could identify
Wen's killers.
But they already know who
killed Professor Wen.
But the important thing is that
all we can say
we seek
do the right thing.
And I owe it to Wen.
We need to finish
Wen's work.
Come on.
Wen sent this to me.
Now we need
reveal its contents.
You do not want to give it to me.
Give me evidence that
I may have.
We all need to believe
something, agent Kelly.
and believed
Henry also
the ideals of the United States.
And you?
Is not concerned with what
might happen to you?
I am the curator of the largest collection
Chinese art world.
I'm still useful
the government.
If not,
I would not be here.
Finally, I also
I'm doing the right thing.
Thank you, Agent Kelly.
Thanks.
Ming.
See you soon.
Are speaking in Taiwanese,
not in Chinese.
- What is 228?
- February 28, 1947.
Chiang Kai-Shek murdered
It is illegal to talk about it.
- What are they saying?
- Independence.
You and Dr. Huang spoke
by at least 20 minutes.
You knew I was
being followed?
This is not America.
You have exceeded their limits.
You can not
have noticed
but is being followed
since arriving here.
Which side are you on?
I can do to you
the same question.
You're hiding evidence,
helping a Communist spy ...
The government is giving me
information now?
The military command me
sent as a courtesy.
Let's cut the crap.
Say what you know.
I'll tell you what I know.
A U.S. envoy
was seen at a rally hostile.
The government ordered the Army
that fire on unarmed civilians
they were doing
a peaceful protest.
How would that look like?
- I'm going back to the hotel.
- It's late. Please stay.
- No, not yet ...
- I'll make some tea.
I can not believe they shot
a crowd like that?
They had orders
to do so.
Why?
It was a meeting
democracy.
The government does not want
publicity about the 228.
They did a
great job,
anyone off the island
know about it.
Therefore we suspect
who killed Henry Wen.
He tried to reveal
the rest of the world.
What happened?
After the Second World War
Japanese left after 50 years.
We were very happy.
Then the Chinese began
a civil war.
And the army of Chiang Kai-Shek
began to lose
against Mao Tse-Tung
and the Communists.
The army of Chiang Kai-Shek
began to flee to Taiwan.
At first, we
happy because ...
many of our ancestors
were continent.
But then we started to realize
because they were
losing the war.
It was because they stole from
people on the continent,
the same way
stole from us.
They came to Taiwan and
saw how rich we were.
They acted as if
they owned everything.
On February 28, 1947
met the Taiwanese
and marched to demand
justice and order.
They responded by sending
a battalion to kill us.
They were very specific
about who they killed.
Mataram politicians, businessmen,
journalists, intellectuals ...
Anyone who could
form a government.
A whole generation of leaders.
My father ...
was a civil engineer.
He was taken from our house ...
and washed into the river with
five other men with no luck.
They were tied together ...
then fired at
head of one of them ...
and he drew others to
drown him.
My father was the last
to drown.
Drink your tea.
It is a healing tea.
The Chinese say
we are his brothers.
But if we are their brothers,
why treat us this way?
Thanks.
No.
It's okay.
We know we have
government agents / i
in all major universities
the United States. / i
- Good morning.
- Good morning.
It has a shirt for you.
Thanks.
As Wen was able to
smuggle the tape
with the government pursuing?
Neither our government
can organize
the chaos of our
postal system.
- What's on tape?
- It's a saying in the book of Wen.
A copy. He felt that
was in danger.
About what is the book?
He wrote about the
Taiwanese government
and the systematic use
Chinese mob.
Gangs sell drugs and use
the money to buy weapons
other countries including
United States.
They spread fear
spying on the people themselves,
launder money and even kill
political dissidents.
Susan ...
Agent Kelly, where the hell
have you been?
We've been looking
for you all morning.
I do not know what
is happening,
but I suggest that it is
cool, let me talk.
Try not to speak
anything stupid.
Where's Kuo?
- Good morning, gentlemen.
- Good morning.
Thanks for coming.
I would like to take
this opportunity
to reiterate the importance
to the United States
we find Lee Shin Shen.
We are aware of their
concern, Mrs. Kane.
I can assure you we are so
eager to meet him
as you do.
Thank you.
You'll find Lee
or they will kill him?
I saw how efficient are
David Wo holding.
We can all
understand, I am sure,
- Agent Kelly's frustration.
- Please do not.
The agent understands what Kelly
is happening here.
We look forward
to hear him.
Then, perhaps, can tell us
what were you doing there.
I was doing what
I was sent here to do.
I was watching.
Maybe they'll leave me
know the next time
that they hold some
of my suspects.
The suspects are no longer
their suspects.
It is our research and I
not need to report to you,
except by courtesy.
I'm sure we all
we want to find Lee Shin Shen.
I'm curious, though.
How do you know where it was?
I went for a walk,
I saw a police activity
and decided to follow them.
Then, perhaps,
you can tell me
what he was doing
in an illegal protest
in Kaohsiung yesterday?
Excuse me?
Surely you did not leave
just to walk, then?
No. I had a hint that
Lee was in Kaohsiung.
- And was he?
- I do not know.
I was hit in the head before
I could check.
Own initiative
can compromise
our research and
Inspector Chen.
The last thing I want to do
is to jeopardize this investigation.
What if I have done this,
I apologize to you
and the Inspector Chen.
Due to the riots did not fear
be safer to keep you here.
His advice was
much appreciated
but we have to ask you
leave the country until tomorrow afternoon.
- Mrs. Kane.
- Certainly.
I believe that with this
have enough time
to end all
their businesses here.
Thank you, gentlemen.
Agent Kelly.
- I can not leave yet.
- My hands are tied.
We have no relations
officers in this country.
You were lucky not to
were thrown in jail.
Lee is the key to this whole thing.
He can blow it all.
So want to get rid of me
and catch him first.
- It's their investigation.
- They will not investigate it.
- They will kill him.
- Enough.
What exactly is the
your goal here?
I think the Taiwanese government is
behind the assassination of Wen.
Listen, even if it were true,
you could never prove.
No.
Not without Lee
Listen to your
even saying.
You want to blame all
the Taiwanese government
for murdering a citizen
American on U.S. soil.
I'm sorry that this has
to end this way,
but you have to leave
this story it be.
Do not leave the hotel without me calling.
Wait a minute.
What is he doing?
Operator, I'd like to call
to the United States.
One moment, please.
- Hello?
- Tom
Jake, you've found
anything?
- Daltry's there?
- For Daltry wants to talk to?
He's gone.
- They sent me home.
- What?
Seems I'm not
most welcome.
- A bunch of crap.
- It's crap.
I said to keep
a low profile.
It's hard when you discover
that the Taiwanese government
Wen murdered.
What?
What are you telling me?
Now it makes sense to the Ministry
have called Daltry.
Wait, explain to me again.
What are you talking about?
Jake?
Jake!
Jake?
Damn!
Jake?
Huang is dead!
You're not safe.
They are behind you now.
Come on.
Come on.
I see you already know my sister.
She has contacts in
security police.
Apparently.
Victims of Torture.
- From Kaohsiung?
- Some, perhaps.
In this they used a blowtorch.
You saw for yourself
it said Dr. Huang.
It was nice to be on you
Kaosiung protest.
I think they started something
that can not be stopped.
I'm sorry, but the
Security Police
has information that Lee Shin Shen
fled to Hong Kong.
FBI!
This man is
in my custody.
If you are not hostile,
I remove his handcuffs.
You can take the sale.
Do not worry.
You're safe.
You're a lucky man,
Agent Kelly.
After his capture, I lost
his track for several hours.
I feared that some of my
subordinates execute you.
That would be unfortunate.
You certainly is not the goofy
that our government had hoped.
- Where is Ming?
- You will see him soon.
Change can come
from anywhere.
As my friend Huang
some prefer to work within.
Huang is dead.
Why should I
I trust you?
You have no reason.
What if I told you that
your suspect Wo Da Wei
Shin Shen and Lee were members
an organization called
Patriots Blood Iron
and that this organization
was hired to assassinate
Professor Wen?
This only confirms something
I already suspected.
Then the government
was involved.
- Military Command?
- Sure.
But the order came from above.
The Blood of Patriots head
Iron is the son of the president.
Wen then murdered
to save face?
Yes
Why risk the
relations with the U.S.?
That was a
stupid decision,
as many decisions
taken recently.
You knew about this?
Would you believe me
if I said "no"?
- I have my doubts.
- As you should.
It is a tricky business,
Agent Kelly.
We must be aware
Goal ... all the time.
They will not admit it,
but this government feels
backed into a corner.
Are pressed
by contracts
with several entrepreneurs
Americans ...
to fund and train
the Contras in Nicaragua
to combat
communist government.
In return, the U.S. will approve a
arms trade with Taiwan
exceeding 50 million dollars.
When President Nixon
decided to support China
took advantage of the continent.
The UN seat changed
Taipei to Beijing, but ...
the greatest threat to
our government,
is not the "red giant",
she's here in Taiwan!
What most Taiwanese
wants is a democratic government,
separate and independent from China.
Sounds reasonable to their ears
as an American?
China needs Taiwan.
Taiwan does not need China.
It is a fact that the U.S. and the rest
the world will never understand.
Henry Wen was Taiwanese. He was
murdered in their continent.
Now that Da Wei Wo is dead
Lee Shin Shen know is
being hunted by the employer
because it has become more
dangerous for the government
Henry Wen than it ever was.
And now he fled
to Hong Kong?
Take care with our
intelligence, agent Kelly.
We know exactly
where he is.
See, unlike Wo Da Wei
Lee Shin Shen is senior member
Patriots' therefore
he has some protection.
But its members are ready
to extradite him for a price.
We will extradite him tonight.
You want me to find
before they do that, do you?
How do I find it?
He is a club
managed by the Patriots.
Ming knows your friend.
Already released?
I arranged to stay
the vigilance of the guard.
You will not want to be late
for the last flight, Agent Kelly.
And I wish him luck during
his last hours in Taipei.
Ming!
Are you okay?
Ming ...
I know where Lee is.
You've got me
help you find it?
I will arrest him.
Enough already!
Who the hell are you?
What did he say?
He said he was
waiting for us.
He said he knows that
was betrayed by the party
and that he prefers a trial
in U.S. court.
Ask him why
Wen he murdered.
He said the party
offered a good deal
and that he did not realize who
were their partners.
Who hired him?
He said that once
custody outside of Taiwan
he'll tell you everything.
Come on.
- Where are you?
- The way to the airport.
We are two people
going out tonight.
- Impossible.
- Nothing is impossible.
I need your help
to spend on security.
I do not have that kind of power.
I know you have power
sufficient to exchange
a trade secret
weapons to Nicaragua.
We will meet in
security gate.
Take the left by
arrival gate.
Here is good.
Take care my friend.
- I go with you.
- No. You have to leave.
- It is not safe for you.
- I do not care anymore.
Knows what will happen
if the catch me.
The only thing that matters is
put them safely on this plane.
Welcome to Airport
International Chiang Kai-Shek.
FBI.
He is with me.
You behaved like a
Cowboy since he arrived.
Precipitated and arrogant.
This will cost the U.S.
much political capital in
what you're worth.
I did not come here to see opera.
You can not sacrifice
because of one man.
You will not change anything.
If you think
we must sacrifice
the last bastion that
have against China
you are a traitor
for your country.
Let me tell you one thing:
Wen would reveal the truth about
what is happening here.
He was murdered
by this government.
If that is our policy,
this is what she deserves now.
Just tell them you were
bringing Lee to me.
Yes, of course.
Damn!
What happened?
He wanted to wish me
a good flight.
- You did not call, did not write.
- I was a little busy.
Yeah, you know Daltry
everything that happened.
All actors
this division
shall testify before
a special committee
to explain why the FBI
helped one of its agents
violating the laws of
international law.
I was sent to a
work and did the job ...
You were sent to
observe and report,
not to get our
the only suspect dead
try to smuggle it
illegally across the country.
If we wanted an Elliot Ness
we would eviado Elliot Ness.
I was the only one who was
trying to arrest the suspect.
The only thing you did right
has been delivering that terrorist
the Taiwanese government and
you did it by accident.
Ming was not a terrorist.
I never would have found Lee
without his help.
Now we're
abandoned to die.
This is an internal problem
the Taiwanese government ...
They murdered the
His family, Daltry!
The daughter was deleno
a terrorist.
- It is not our responsibility!
- It is not our responsibility?
And the truth?
It does not matter anymore?
- And the killers Wen?
- They are not our people.
They are not our people?
Wen was an American citizen.
His widow is a U.S. citizen.
Well, there are many people who
not see it that way.
You have evidence that Wen was
killed by the Taiwanese government?
Here because this is still the FBI,
and work with evidence.
And if you want to create a
international incident
you better have something more than just
his word to go ahead.
And I will not risk the
rest of my career
cursed by a bunch of politicians
neither do I care.
Hey!
The Federal Police in Taiwan
accuses him of smuggling
important evidence.
What are they talking about?
And I dunno.
I remember you, Agent,
is a crime to hide evidence.
You signed the same
I vow.
Defend the Constitution
against all enemies,
external and internal.
I did not get the FBI
to observe
while people are
being murdered!
Are you sure
you want to do this?
That is not why
I sent.
You know?
It's just a job.
Okay, eliminate all
the evidence you have.
- Are you talking or Daltry?
- Daltry.
You know, I do not care
what you will do.
We must be faithful
yourself, uh?
Doing the right thing.
Only you know what it is.
It's very Chinese coming from you.
Is it? Coming from you,
I take it as a compliment.
- I see him there.
- Do not be long.
I will miss you.
We know there are agents
the Taiwanese government / i
in all major
U.S. universities. / i
I also walked being watched. / i
I've seen
photographing me / i
outside of my
office at night. / i
I know what I'm
doing is dangerous. / i
Raise your voice and demand change
was always a risk in history. / i
We have suffered enough now. / i
We can not remain
over in silence. / i
Because of events like
those portrayed in this film,
Taiwan became a democracy.
Today China has more than
and has threatened to use force
if it declares independence.
Today there are 23 countries that recognize
Taiwan as a sovereign nation.
The U.S. is not one of them.
- Sabras -
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