{"product_id":"the-convict-killer-a-k-a-iron-chain-assassin-1980","title":"The Convict Killer A.K.A. Iron Chain Assassin • Cha Chi Nan Fei (插翅難飛) (1980)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Convict Killer\u003c\/strong\u003e, also released as \u003cstrong\u003eIron Chain Assassin\u003c\/strong\u003e and the original title \u003cstrong\u003eCha Chi Nan Fei (插翅難飛)\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a 1980 Shaw Brothers martial arts classic directed by acclaimed filmmaker \u003cstrong\u003eChu Yuan\u003c\/strong\u003e. Starring \u003cstrong\u003eTi Lung\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eJason Pai Piao\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCheng Li\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAnthony Lau Wing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCheng Miu\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eChiang Nan\u003c\/strong\u003e, this gritty action film combines suspense, memorable weapon choreography, and a darker Republic-era atmosphere into one of Chu Yuan's most distinctive martial arts productions. 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\u003eSet during the early years of Republican China, a mysterious drifter known only as Ti arrives in a lawless town carrying a heavy iron chain and searching for a man named Lan Fei. His quiet determination quickly attracts the attention of the area's ruthless crime boss, whose influence reaches every corner of the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRefusing intimidation, corruption, and generous bribes to abandon his mission, Ti uncovers a deadly conspiracy that forces him into increasingly violent confrontations. Armed with his devastating iron chain and unmatched martial arts skills, he wages a relentless battle against powerful enemies determined to stop him at any cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Convict Killer\u003c\/em\u003e stands apart for its inventive use of the iron chain as a primary martial arts weapon. Chu Yuan combines realistic hand-to-hand combat with creative chain techniques that produce dynamic, fast-moving fight sequences unlike those found in traditional swordplay films. Ti Lung's commanding performance and the film's gritty atmosphere make every confrontation feel both dangerous and unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors appreciate \u003cem\u003eThe Convict Killer\u003c\/em\u003e for offering something refreshingly different within the Shaw Brothers catalog. Rather than relying on conventional swords or spears, the film builds its action around the spectacular iron chain weapon while blending mystery, revenge, and martial arts into an engaging Republic-era adventure. It remains a favorite among fans of Ti Lung and director Chu Yuan's later action films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1980, \u003cem\u003eThe Convict Killer\u003c\/em\u003e demonstrated Shaw Brothers Studio's continued willingness to experiment with darker storytelling and unusual weapon-based choreography during the final years of its golden era. Today, the film is remembered as one of Ti Lung's most distinctive martial arts roles and an underrated entry in Chu Yuan's impressive filmography.\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\u003eThe Convict Killer\u003c\/strong\u003e – Primary English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron Chain Assassin\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCha Chi Nan Fei\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin pinyin title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e插翅難飛\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e插翅难飞\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 Chu Yuan\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 Ni Kuang\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 Ti Lung, Jason Pai Piao, Cheng Li, Anthony Lau Wing, Cheng Miu, Chiang Nan\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 English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88 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 1980\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\"\u003eBuild Your Kung Fu Collection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:8px\"\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\/shaw-brothers-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eShaw Brothers Kung 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":7802794573875,"sku":"000065","price":69.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/2492\/2419\/files\/IronChainAssassinBox1_d8cb8a6d-f213-44bf-8231-3b9630f95afd.jpg?v=1778042120","url":"https:\/\/classickungfumovies.com\/en-cn\/products\/the-convict-killer-a-k-a-iron-chain-assassin-1980","provider":"Classic Kung Fu Movies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}