{"product_id":"heaven-sword-and-dragon-sabre-1978","title":"Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre A.K.A. Yi Tian Tu Long Ji • 倚天屠龍記 (1978)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeaven Sword and Dragon Sabre\u003c\/strong\u003e (1978), also released as \u003cstrong\u003eYi Tian Tu Long Ji\u003c\/strong\u003e (倚天屠龍記), is a Hong Kong wuxia epic directed by \u003cstrong\u003eChor Yuen\u003c\/strong\u003e and produced by \u003cstrong\u003eShaw Brothers Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e. Adapted from \u003cstrong\u003eJin Yong's\u003c\/strong\u003e internationally acclaimed novel, the film stars \u003cstrong\u003eDerek Yee Tung-sing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCandice Yu On-on\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLo Lieh\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKu Feng\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWai Wang\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eTin Ching\u003c\/strong\u003e. Renowned for its breathtaking Shaw Brothers production design, elegant swordplay, and richly layered storytelling, this visually stunning adaptation remains one of the defining wuxia films of the late 1970s. Available from \u003cstrong\u003eClassicKungFuMovies.com\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY OVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor generations, the legendary Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre have inspired fierce rivalry throughout the martial arts world. Ancient legends claim that whoever possesses both weapons will unlock secrets capable of changing the fate of the jianghu forever. When the young hero Chang Wu-chi becomes entangled in the struggle for these legendary treasures, he is drawn into a dangerous world of rival sects, hidden conspiracies, and deadly martial arts masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs powerful clans wage war for possession of the two sacred weapons, Chang Wu-chi must navigate betrayal, forbidden romance, shifting alliances, and impossible moral choices. Every battle reveals new mysteries surrounding the swords' true power, leading to spectacular confrontations that will determine not only his own destiny but the future of the martial arts world itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeaven Sword and Dragon Sabre\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases director \u003cstrong\u003eChor Yuen's\u003c\/strong\u003e signature visual style through elegant swordplay, imaginative choreography, elaborate studio sets, colorful costumes, and atmospheric cinematography. The film's combination of fantasy, romance, martial arts mythology, and beautifully staged action perfectly captures the epic scope of Jin Yong's beloved novel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors consider \u003cstrong\u003eHeaven Sword and Dragon Sabre\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the finest Shaw Brothers adaptations of a Jin Yong novel. Derek Yee delivers one of his most memorable wuxia performances, while Chor Yuen's masterful direction transforms one of Chinese literature's greatest martial arts stories into an unforgettable cinematic experience. It remains an essential title for fans of classic Shaw Brothers swordplay adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased during Shaw Brothers Studio's golden era of literary wuxia adaptations, \u003cstrong\u003eHeaven Sword and Dragon Sabre\u003c\/strong\u003e helped cement Chor Yuen's reputation as the definitive interpreter of both Gu Long and Jin Yong on film. Its lavish production values and faithful treatment of one of wuxia literature's greatest novels continue to make it a cornerstone of classic Hong Kong fantasy cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified AKAs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeaven Sword and Dragon Sabre\u003c\/strong\u003e – International English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYi Tian Tu Long Ji\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin pinyin\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYi Tin To Lung Gei\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e倚天屠龍記\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e倚天屠龙记\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simplified Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chor Yuen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Run Run Shaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreenplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chor Yuen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBased on the Novel By:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jin Yong (Louis Cha)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaw Brothers Studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Derek Yee Tung-sing, Candice Yu On-on, Lo Lieh, Ku Feng, Wai Wang, Tin Ching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e DVD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mandarin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubtitles:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 101 Minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hong Kong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarefully researched and prepared for collectors of classic martial arts cinema by ClassicKungFuMovies.com.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:12px\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:inline-block;background:#d4af37;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:bold\"\u003eDiscover More Shaw Brothers Classics\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-cn\/collections\/shaw-brothers-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eShaw Brothers Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-cn\/collections\/kung-fu-movies\"\u003eKung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-cn\/collections\/classic-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eClassic Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-cn\/collections\/rare-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eRare Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shaw Brothers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7950068121651,"sku":"0000174","price":69.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/2492\/2419\/files\/HeavenSwordAndDragonSabreBox3-removebg-preview_1.png?v=1778176382","url":"https:\/\/classickungfumovies.com\/en-cn\/products\/heaven-sword-and-dragon-sabre-1978","provider":"Classic Kung Fu Movies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}