{"product_id":"the-magic-blade-1976","title":"The Magic Blade A.K.A. The Moonlight Blade • 天涯明月刀 (1976)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Magic Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e (1976), also released as \u003cstrong\u003eThe Moonlight Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the acclaimed Shaw Brothers wuxia adaptation of Gu Long's novel \u003cstrong\u003eTian Ya Ming Yue Dao\u003c\/strong\u003e (天涯明月刀). Directed by legendary filmmaker \u003cstrong\u003eChu Yuan (Chor Yuen)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the film stars \u003cstrong\u003eTi Lung\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLo Lieh\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKu Feng\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTang Ching\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLi Ching\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eLily Li Li-li\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combining intricate mystery, political intrigue, elegant swordplay, and lavish Shaw Brothers production design, it remains one of the defining wuxia films of the 1970s. Available from \u003cstrong\u003eClassicKungFuMovies.com\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors seeking authentic Shaw Brothers classics on DVD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY OVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaster swordsman Fu Hung-hsueh is drawn into a deadly struggle surrounding the legendary Peacock Dart, a weapon feared throughout the martial world for its unmatched power and reputation. As rival clans, assassins, and martial arts masters compete to possess it, every alliance hides another betrayal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eForced to unravel layers of deception while confronting dangerous enemies at every turn, Fu Hung-hsueh discovers that the greatest threat lies not in the weapon itself but in the ruthless ambitions of those willing to kill for it. Chu Yuan's adaptation faithfully captures Gu Long's signature blend of mystery, suspense, and unforgettable swordplay without relying on traditional revenge storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRather than large-scale battlefield action, \u003cem\u003eThe Magic Blade\u003c\/em\u003e emphasizes fast, precise swordsmanship, one-on-one duels, hidden weapons, surprise ambushes, and carefully choreographed confrontations. Action director \u003cstrong\u003eTong Kai\u003c\/strong\u003e blends graceful wuxia choreography with explosive bursts of violence, while Chu Yuan's dramatic camera work, colorful Shaw Brothers sets, smoke-filled interiors, and theatrical lighting create one of the studio's most visually distinctive martial arts films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors regard \u003cem\u003eThe Magic Blade\u003c\/em\u003e as one of Chu Yuan's greatest collaborations with Shaw Brothers and one of the finest adaptations of a Gu Long novel. Ti Lung delivers one of his most memorable wuxia performances, while Lo Lieh and Ku Feng provide formidable opponents in a story filled with mystery, shifting loyalties, and beautifully staged sword duels. Its literary roots, unforgettable visual style, and strong cast have made it an essential title for Shaw Brothers and classic wuxia collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe success of \u003cem\u003eThe Magic Blade\u003c\/em\u003e helped establish Chu Yuan as Shaw Brothers Studio's premier director of Gu Long adaptations during the late 1970s. Alongside films such as \u003cem\u003eClans of Intrigue\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eDeath Duel\u003c\/em\u003e, it demonstrated that martial arts cinema could combine detective-style storytelling, complex characters, and elegant visual design with spectacular sword fighting, influencing countless wuxia productions that followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified AKAs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Magic Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e – International English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Moonlight Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e天涯明月刀\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e天涯明月刀\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simplified Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTian Ya Ming Yue Dao\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin Pinyin\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTin Nga Ming Yuet Dou\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Credits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chu Yuan (Chor Yuen)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runme 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 the novel by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gu Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAction Director:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tong Kai\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCinematography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Huang Yue Tai\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frankie Chan\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaw Brothers Studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hong Kong\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ti Lung, Lo Lieh, Ku Feng, Tang Ching, Li Ching, Lily Li Li-li\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDVD Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\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)\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\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 97 Minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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\"\u003eContinue Your Shaw Brothers Collection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/shaw-brothers-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eShaw Brothers Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/chor-yuen-movies\"\u003eChor Yuen Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/ti-lung-movies\"\u003eTi Lung Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-tw\/collections\/wuxia-movies\"\u003eWuxia 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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shaw Brothers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7783887634483,"sku":"000071","price":327.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/2492\/2419\/files\/TheMagicBladeBox-removebg-preview_1.png?v=1778182797","url":"https:\/\/classickungfumovies.com\/en-tw\/products\/the-magic-blade-1976","provider":"Classic Kung Fu Movies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}