Shao Lin si

Jan 21 1982 Not Rated 1h 40m
Action, Drama

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.

Plot

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.

Written by

Hau Sit, Shau-Chang Lu

Directed by

Hsin-Yen Chang

Production Countries

China, Hong Kong

Production Companies

Chung Yuen Motion Picture Co.

Languages

Awards

1 win & 1 nomination total

Scores
# of Votes
5,076
Average Rating
6.8 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA