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Shaolin Mantis (1978)
Directed by Liu Chia-Liang
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Overview
When scholar Wei Fung is forcibly hired by the Manchu Emperor to infiltrate a clan of rebellious Ming Loyalists, his mission goes adrift when he falls in love with the clan’s leader’s granddaughter. Wei Fung must choose between his new love and his family, who will be put to death if he doesn’t return to the palace successfully.
Length 96 minutes
Actors
David Chiang | Cecilia Wong Hang-Sau | Lau Kar-Wing | Lily Li Li-Li | Wilson Tong | Norman Chu | John Cheung Ng-Long | Teresa Ha Ping | Wai Wang | Cheng Miu | Gordon Liu Chia-Hui | Lee Hoi-Sang | Lun Ga-Chun | Wong Ching-Ho | Lui Hung | Chin Chun | Lam Hak-Ming | Johnny Cheung Wa | Ho Kei-Cheong | Mang Hoi | Sai Gwa-Pau
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2022 | Home Theater | Blu-ray | Owned | 7 stars |
| (Average) 7 stars |
Viewing Notes
The second film in a row today where one of the main characters is trying to disguise the fact that he knows martial arts.
There’s some comedic buildup and romance mixed with palace intrigue before getting to the final act where Chiang gets to display his new Shaolin Mantis technique. And then things take an unexpected turn at the end!
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