Revenge of the Shaolin Master A.K.A. 冷刀染紅英雄血 (1979)

Revenge of the Shaolin Master (1979), also released as Revenge of a Shaolin Master, Ninja Thunder Kicks, and Leng Dao Ran Hong Ying Xiong Xue (冷刀染紅英雄血 / 冷刀染红英雄血), is a Taiwanese Kung Fu Movie directed by Lo Chen (Joe Law Chi). Starring Dorian Tan (Tan Tao-liang, Delon Tan), Chan Sing (Chen Xing), Lung Fei, Chang Fu-chien, and Yang Rou-lan, this action-packed martial arts classic features exceptional choreography by Yuen Woo-ping, lightning-fast kicking techniques, traditional kung fu, swordplay, and a hard-driving revenge story. The film remains a sought-after title among collectors of classic Taiwanese martial arts cinema and rare physical media.

STORY OVERVIEW

A shipment of food and relief funds intended for famine victims is stolen by corrupt officials working with a ruthless criminal organization. When the trusted escort is falsely blamed and sentenced to death, his fiancée turns to a determined constable and a group of courageous martial artists for help. Their investigation leads through deadly ambushes, skilled fighters, and ruthless assassins before the truth finally emerges and justice must be won through martial arts.

MARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS

Revenge of the Shaolin Master is remembered for its outstanding action choreography by Yuen Woo-ping, with Dorian Tan displaying the lightning-fast kicking techniques that made him one of the standout martial arts performers of his generation. The film combines dynamic weapons combat, traditional kung fu, acrobatic movement, and hard-hitting hand-to-hand fighting in a steady succession of memorable battles.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

Collectors prize Revenge of the Shaolin Master for bringing Dorian Tan together with veterans such as Chan Sing and Lung Fei in a fast-moving Taiwanese martial arts adventure. Its mixture of corruption, revenge, heroic justice, swordplay, and expertly staged fights captures the style of independent kung fu filmmaking that made the late 1970s such an important period for martial arts cinema.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Released during the golden age of independent Taiwanese martial arts filmmaking, Revenge of the Shaolin Master is notable for pairing Dorian Tan's exceptional kicking ability with the action choreography of Yuen Woo-ping, who would later become one of the most influential figures in international martial arts cinema. The film remains an interesting example of the traditional Kung Fu Movie productions coming from Taiwan during the late 1970s.

• Verified AKAs:
  • Revenge of the Shaolin Master – International English title
  • Revenge of a Shaolin Master – Alternate English title
  • Ninja Thunder Kicks – English video title
  • Leng Dao Ran Hong Ying Xiong Xue – Mandarin Pinyin
  • Leng Tao Jan Hung Ying Hsiung Hsueh – Wade-Giles romanization
  • 冷刀染紅英雄血 – Traditional Chinese title
  • 冷刀染红英雄血 – Simplified Chinese title
• Director: Lo Chen (Joe Law Chi)
• Action Choreography: Yuen Woo-ping
• Starring: Dorian Tan (Tan Tao-liang, Delon Tan), Chan Sing (Chen Xing), Lung Fei, Chang Fu-chien, Yang Rou-lan, Liu San
• Production Company: Cineconcord Film Company, Yi Ho Film Company
• Format: DVD
• Language: English
• Running Time: 88 Minutes
• Country: Taiwan
• Release Year: 1979

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