The Kid With The Golden Arm (1979) Shaw Brothers

US Title: The Kid With The Golden Arm
Also Known As: 金臂童, Gam Bei Tung, Jin Bei Tong.
Year: 1979
Country: Hong Kong

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Story Snapshot:
Directed by martial arts legend Chang Cheh, The Kid With The Golden Arm follows a government escort tasked with delivering a shipment of gold through dangerous territory controlled by the ruthless Chi Sah gang. Standing in his path are some of the deadliest martial artists imaginable, including the nearly invincible Golden Arm along with Silver Spear, Iron Robe, and Brass Head, each possessing terrifying fighting skills and deadly weapons. As assassins close in from every direction, brutal betrayals, hidden loyalties, and explosive martial arts battles erupt in one of Shaw Brothers Studio’s most action-packed kung fu classics. Packed with unforgettable fight choreography and iconic Venom Mob performances, this cult favorite remains one of the standout martial arts films of the late 1970s.

Why Collectors Pick It:
Collectors continue to rank The Kid With The Golden Arm among the essential Venom Mob and Shaw Brothers martial arts classics thanks to its unforgettable villains, stylish weapon-based combat, and nonstop kung fu action. Fans especially appreciate the film’s creative fight choreography, colorful characters, and standout performances from Philip Kwok, Lo Mang, Sun Chien, Lu Feng, and Chiang Sheng during the peak of the Shaw Brothers golden era. Loaded with brutal duels, classic training, and vintage Hong Kong action atmosphere, this remains a cornerstone title for serious kung fu movie collectors.

Starring: Sun Chien, Lo Mang, Philip Kwok, Johnny Wang Lung Wei, Lu Feng, Chiang Sheng
Directed by: Chang Cheh
Produced by: Shaw Brothers Studio
Release Year: 1979
Country: Hong Kong
Languages: English
Format: DVD, NTSC, Region All
Running Time: 78 Minutes

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