The Trail of The Broken Blade (Duan Chang Jian) (1967) Shaw Shaw Brothers

US Title: The Trail of The Broken Blade
Also Known As: Duan Chang Jian
Year: 1967
Country: Hong Kong

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Story Snapshot:
Directed by legendary Shaw Brothers filmmaker Chang Cheh, The Trail of The Broken Blade is a dramatic wuxia tale of sacrifice, revenge, and redemption. After assassinating the corrupt official responsible for his father’s downfall, noble swordsman Li Yueh abandons his former life, hides his identity, and retreats into obscurity as a humble stable-hand. But peace proves temporary when old enemies, deadly clan rivalries, and unresolved loyalties force him back into the violent martial world he tried to escape. Featuring emotional storytelling, elegant swordplay, and the heroic themes that defined Chang Cheh’s early wuxia films, the movie blends tragic romance with intense martial arts action.

Why Collectors Pick It:
An important early Shaw Brothers wuxia production showcasing the emerging heroic style that would later define Chang Cheh’s legendary martial arts cinema. Featuring Jimmy Wang Yu and choreography from Lau Kar-Leung, the film remains a respected classic among collectors of vintage Hong Kong swordplay films.

• Starring: Kiu Chong, Chin Ping, Jimmy Wang Yu, Lisa Chiao Chiao, Chen Hung Lieh, Paul Wei Ping-Ao
• Directed by: Chang Cheh
• Action Directors: Lau Kar-Leung, Tong Gaai
• Release Year: 1967
• Country: Hong Kong
• Languages: Cantonese
• Subtitles: English
• Format: NTSC, Widescreen
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada)
• Running Time: 104 Minutes

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