{"product_id":"mad-monkey-kung-fu-1979","title":"Mad Monkey Kung Fu A.K.A. Feng Hou • 瘋猴 (1979)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMad Monkey Kung Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e (1979), also released as \u003cstrong\u003eMad Monkey\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeng Hou\u003c\/strong\u003e (瘋猴 \/ 疯猴), is a Hong Kong martial arts classic written and directed by \u003cstrong\u003eLau Kar-leung\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eShaw Brothers Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e. Starring \u003cstrong\u003eLau Kar-leung\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eHsiao Hou\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKara Hui Ying-hung\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLo Lieh\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eWong Lik\u003c\/strong\u003e, this acclaimed kung fu favorite combines authentic Hung Gar techniques, the rare Monkey Fist style, and unforgettable revenge storytelling. Widely regarded as one of Lau Kar-leung's finest films, it remains an essential title for collectors of classic 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\u003eRespected Peking Opera performer and martial arts master Chen is framed by the ruthless gangster Tuan, who falsely accuses him of dishonoring another man's wife. The betrayal destroys Chen's life, leaves his hands permanently crippled, and forces his beloved sister into a life of humiliation. Unable to fight as he once did, Chen earns a living as a street performer while quietly waiting for an opportunity to reclaim his honor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHope arrives when Chen befriends a clever young pickpocket known as Monkey. Recognizing the boy's natural agility, he teaches him the rare Monkey Fist style, blending acrobatics, deception, and lightning-fast attacks into a unique fighting system. As Monkey's skills improve, master and student prepare for a final confrontation against Tuan and his gang, leading to one of Shaw Brothers Studio's most memorable martial arts finales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMad Monkey Kung Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases authentic Hung Gar techniques alongside the agile Monkey Fist style, rarely featured so prominently in martial arts cinema. Lau Kar-leung's choreography emphasizes precision, traditional forms, acrobatics, and realistic combat, while Hsiao Hou's athletic performance makes Monkey style both entertaining and believable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors consider \u003cstrong\u003eMad Monkey Kung Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the greatest Shaw Brothers martial arts films of the late 1970s. Lau Kar-leung delivers an unforgettable performance both behind and in front of the camera, while Lo Lieh provides a memorable villain whose ruthless betrayal fuels one of kung fu cinema's most satisfying revenge stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1979, \u003cstrong\u003eMad Monkey Kung Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e stands as one of Lau Kar-leung's signature achievements, demonstrating his lifelong dedication to preserving authentic Chinese martial arts on film. Its outstanding choreography and emphasis on traditional Monkey Fist techniques have earned it lasting recognition among martial arts enthusiasts worldwide. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}\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\u003eMad Monkey Kung Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e – International English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMad Monkey\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeng Hou\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin Pinyin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFung Hau\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e瘋猴\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e疯猴\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 Lau Kar-leung\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ni Kuang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mona Fong, Run Run Shaw\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 Lau Kar-leung, Hsiao Hou, Kara Hui Ying-hung, Lo Lieh, Wong Lik\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 (MPEG 1.0 Mono – Right Channel Only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 116 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\"\u003eClassic Lau Kar-leung Martial Arts Favorites\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMad Monkey Kung Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e is a standout showcase of Lau Kar-leung's dedication to authentic Chinese martial arts. 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