{"product_id":"clans-of-intrigue-1977","title":"Clans of Intrigue A.K.A. Chu Liu Xiang • 楚留香 (1977)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClans of Intrigue\u003c\/strong\u003e, also released as \u003cstrong\u003eChu Liu Xiang\u003c\/strong\u003e and the original title \u003cstrong\u003eChu Liu Xiang (楚留香)\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a 1977 Shaw Brothers wuxia mystery directed by acclaimed filmmaker \u003cstrong\u003eChu Yuan\u003c\/strong\u003e. Based on \u003cstrong\u003eGu Long's\u003c\/strong\u003e beloved \u003cem\u003eChu Liuxiang\u003c\/em\u003e novel series, the film stars \u003cstrong\u003eTi Lung\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eYueh Hua\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLi Ching\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNora Miao\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLing Yun\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eKei Hsiu\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combining detective-style storytelling, elegant swordplay, and lavish Shaw Brothers production values, it launched one of Hong Kong cinema's most celebrated wuxia franchises. 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\u003eWhen several of the martial world's most respected masters die under mysterious circumstances, the legendary swordsman Chu Liuxiang unexpectedly becomes the prime suspect. Determined to clear his name, he follows a dangerous trail of hidden identities, elaborate deceptions, and deadly assassins, where every new clue raises even more questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the conspiracy unfolds, Chu Liuxiang discovers that powerful forces have manipulated events from the shadows for years. Relying on his brilliant mind, unmatched swordsmanship, and calm under pressure, he must expose the true mastermind before another innocent life is lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eClans of Intrigue\u003c\/em\u003e places as much emphasis on mystery and suspense as it does on martial arts. Chu Yuan masterfully blends graceful wuxia swordplay, carefully staged duels, atmospheric cinematography, and intricate detective-style storytelling, creating a sophisticated adventure that stands apart from more traditional kung fu films. Ti Lung's charismatic portrayal of Chu Liuxiang remains one of the defining performances of his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors regard \u003cem\u003eClans of Intrigue\u003c\/em\u003e as one of the finest adaptations of Gu Long's work and the film that introduced Chu Liuxiang to a worldwide audience. Its unforgettable blend of suspense, mystery, memorable characters, and stylish action established the foundation for Chu Yuan's celebrated series of Gu Long adaptations, making it an essential title in any Shaw Brothers collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1977, \u003cem\u003eClans of Intrigue\u003c\/em\u003e helped redefine the wuxia genre by proving that martial arts films could successfully combine detective fiction, psychological intrigue, and sophisticated storytelling with spectacular swordplay. Its success cemented Chu Yuan's reputation as the premier interpreter of Gu Long's novels and inspired numerous sequels and later adaptations centered on the legendary Chu Liuxiang.\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\u003eClans of Intrigue\u003c\/strong\u003e – Primary international English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChu Liu Xiang\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChu Liu Xiang\u003c\/strong\u003e – Original Mandarin pinyin title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e楚留香\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e楚留香\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 Chu Yuan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBased on:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cem\u003eChu Liuxiang\u003c\/em\u003e novels by Gu Long\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, Yueh Hua, Li Ching, Nora Miao, Ling Yun, Kei Hsiu\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\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 1977\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 Wuxia Classics\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/1970s-kung-fu-movies\"\u003e1970s Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/shaw-brothers-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eShaw Brothers Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/classic-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eClassic Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/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":7799963385907,"sku":"000013","price":327.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/2492\/2419\/files\/ClansofIntrigueBox-1-removebg-preview_2.png?v=1778181539","url":"https:\/\/classickungfumovies.com\/en-tw\/products\/clans-of-intrigue-1977","provider":"Classic Kung Fu Movies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}