{"product_id":"hero-of-the-time-a-k-a-yi-dai-ying-hao-1979","title":"Hero of the Time A.K.A. Yi Dai Ying Hao • The Great Heroes • 一代英豪 (1979)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHero of the Time\u003c\/strong\u003e (1979), also released as \u003cstrong\u003eYi Dai Ying Hao\u003c\/strong\u003e (一代英豪), \u003cstrong\u003eThe Great Heroes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eThe Hero of the Times\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a Hong Kong martial arts action film directed by \u003cstrong\u003eHsieh Kuang-nan\u003c\/strong\u003e. Starring \u003cstrong\u003eChung Wa\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDorian Tan Tao-liang (Delon Tan)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChan Sing (Chen Sing)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLung Fei\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWoo Gam\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eSit Hon\u003c\/strong\u003e, this hard-hitting kung fu classic blends revenge, family loyalty, and explosive martial arts action. Featuring Dorian Tan's legendary kicking skills alongside an outstanding supporting cast, it remains a rewarding discovery for collectors of independent Hong Kong martial arts cinema. 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 a ruthless warlord tightens his grip on the countryside, innocent lives are shattered by corruption, violence, and fear. Determined to stand against the growing tyranny, a courageous martial artist challenges the powerful regime, placing himself directly in the path of deadly assassins and elite kung fu masters hired to destroy anyone who resists. As hidden alliances begin to surface, long-buried family secrets threaten to change everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe struggle soon becomes far more personal when an eccentric beggar and a lightning-fast kicking expert join the fight against the warlord's forces. Facing relentless ambushes, dangerous rival fighters, and impossible odds, the heroes rely on courage, loyalty, and exceptional martial arts skills to restore justice. Their journey builds toward a series of intense battles and a memorable final confrontation filled with classic old-school kung fu action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHero of the Time\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases the outstanding kicking techniques that made Dorian Tan Tao-liang one of the most respected martial arts stars of the late 1970s. Combined with memorable performances from Chan Sing and Lung Fei, the film delivers fast-paced hand-to-hand combat, traditional kung fu choreography, and exciting fight sequences that remain favorites among collectors of vintage Hong Kong action films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors appreciate \u003cstrong\u003eHero of the Time\u003c\/strong\u003e for its strong cast, memorable villains, and nonstop martial arts action. The combination of revenge, family honor, and traditional kung fu creates an entertaining old-school adventure that captures the rugged style of independent Hong Kong productions during the golden era of martial arts cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased during the peak years of independent Hong Kong kung fu filmmaking, \u003cstrong\u003eHero of the Time\u003c\/strong\u003e helped reinforce Dorian Tan Tao-liang's reputation as one of the screen's greatest kicking specialists. Today it remains a sought-after title among collectors who appreciate classic revenge stories, traditional martial arts, and lesser-known gems from the late 1970s.\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\u003eHero of the Time\u003c\/strong\u003e – English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hero of the Times\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Great Heroes\u003c\/strong\u003e – English export title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYi Dai Ying Hao\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin Pinyin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYat Doi Ying Ho\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e一代英豪\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e一代英豪\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 Hsieh Kuang-nan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chung Wa, Dorian Tan Tao-liang (Delon Tan), Chan Sing (Chen Sing), Lung Fei, Woo Gam, Sit Hon\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 (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo Dual Mono)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubtitles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95 Minutes\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 1979\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\"\u003eMore Dorian Tan Kung Fu Classics\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf \u003cstrong\u003eHero of the Time\u003c\/strong\u003e earned a place in your collection, you'll also enjoy more Dorian Tan favorites featuring lightning-fast kicking techniques, fearless heroes, ruthless villains, and classic Hong Kong martial arts action from the golden age of kung fu cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/dorian-tan-tao-liang-movies\"\u003eDorian Tan Tao-liang Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/kung-fu-movies\"\u003eKung 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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/hong-kong-movies\"\u003eHong Kong 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":7967377555507,"sku":"0000185","price":327.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/2492\/2419\/products\/1145.jpg?v=1525962713","url":"https:\/\/classickungfumovies.com\/en-tw\/products\/hero-of-the-time-a-k-a-yi-dai-ying-hao-1979","provider":"Classic Kung Fu Movies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}