The Trail of the Broken Blade A.K.A. Trail of the Broken Blade • 斷腸劍 (1967)

The Trail of the Broken Blade (1967), also released as Trail of the Broken Blade, was originally released as Duan Chang Jian (斷腸劍). Directed by legendary filmmaker Chang Cheh for Shaw Brothers Studio, the film stars Jimmy Wang Yu, Chiao Chiao, Chin Ping, Kiu Chong, Chen Hung-Lieh, and Paul Wei Ping-Ao. This classic wuxia adventure showcases Chang Cheh's emerging heroic style, blending emotional storytelling with memorable swordplay and themes of honor, loyalty, and sacrifice. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.

STORY SNAPSHOT

After avenging his father's murder by killing a corrupt official, young swordsman Li Yueh abandons his title, his identity, and the woman he loves to live as a fugitive. Pursued by relentless enemies, he must rely on his courage, swordsmanship, and unwavering sense of honor to survive while confronting the consequences of his past.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

The Trail of the Broken Blade captures Chang Cheh's early evolution as one of Hong Kong cinema's greatest martial arts directors. Featuring an outstanding performance by Jimmy Wang Yu and elegant Shaw Brothers production values, the film remains an essential wuxia classic for collectors interested in the origins of heroic swordplay cinema.

• Verified AKAs:
  • The Trail of the Broken Blade – International English title
  • Trail of the Broken Blade – Alternate English title
  • Duan Chang Jian – Mandarin pinyin
  • Tyun Cheung Gim – Cantonese romanization
  • 斷腸劍 – Original Chinese title
• Director: Chang Cheh
• Studio: Shaw Brothers Studio
• Starring: Jimmy Wang Yu, Chiao Chiao, Chin Ping, Kiu Chong, Chen Hung-Lieh, Paul Wei Ping-Ao
• Format: DVD
• Language: Cantonese
• Region: All Regions
• Running Time: 104 Minutes
• Release Year: 1967

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