Johnny To unleashed his latest action movie The Sparrow in Berlin yesterday at the 58th Berlin Film Festival.

The director, who is one of Hong Kong's most productive and successful film makers, was joined by cast members, Kelly Lin and Simon Yam for the event.

The thriller, which is showing in competition, follows four pick pockets who prosper in a big city.

One day a mysterious beauty approaches the gangsters. She wants them to steal a key for her. At first they hesitate but then agree to carry out the mission when the woman threatens to commit suicide, but they soon discover they are playing with fire.