Siu lam ji
Brief Synopsis
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The Tang emperor is betrayed by one of his generals, who installs himself as emperor in the East Capital. The son of one of his slave workers escapes to the Shaolin Temple, learns kung fu, and sets out to kill the traitor, who killed his father. The monks have to help him, and in the process, they save the true emperor, who rewards them greatly. Based on a true story from Shaolin folklore, but highly fictionalized.
Cast & Crew
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Chieh Cheung
Director
Film Details
Release Date
1976
Technical Specs
Duration
2h 6m
Color
Color
Theatrical Aspect Ratio
2.35 : 1
Synopsis
The Tang emperor is betrayed by one of his generals, who installs himself as emperor in the East Capital. The son of one of his slave workers escapes to the Shaolin Temple, learns kung fu, and sets out to kill the traitor, who killed his father. The monks have to help him, and in the process, they save the true emperor, who rewards them greatly. Based on a true story from Shaolin folklore, but highly fictionalized.
Director
Chieh Cheung
Director
Film Details
Release Date
1976
Technical Specs
Duration
2h 6m
Color
Color
Theatrical Aspect Ratio
2.35 : 1
Quotes
Trivia
Although it looks like it was filmed in Asia, this movie was actually shot in the backyard of movie-maker Al Harris' home in Richmond, Virginia.
