Fury in Shaolin Temple A.K.A. Raiders of Shaolin Kung Fu • 少林真英雄 (1979)

Fury in Shaolin Temple (1979), also released as Fury in the Shaolin Temple, Raiders of Shaolin Kung Fu, and Friendship Forged in Blood, was originally released as Shao Lin Zhen Ying Xiong (少林真英雄). The film has also been released under the alternate Chinese title Xue You Tian Xia (血友天下). Directed by Godfrey Ho Chi-Keung, the film stars Gordon Liu Chia-Hui, Phillip Ko Fei, Chan Siu-Lun, Sor Young Chi, Gam Kei-Chu, Lee Fat-Yuen, and Benny Pan. This fast-paced martial arts adventure combines classic Shaolin training, hidden manuals, and nonstop kung fu action in one of Godfrey Ho's earliest collaborations with Gordon Liu. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.

STORY OVERVIEW

When the priceless Shaolin martial arts manual disappears, a young disciple is drawn into a dangerous struggle against ruthless villains determined to unlock its secrets. Raised under the guidance of the Shaolin Temple, he must develop his skills, overcome betrayal, and face increasingly powerful enemies before the sacred knowledge is lost forever. The film delivers an entertaining mix of traditional Shaolin values and relentless martial arts action without revealing its climactic conclusion.

MARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS

Fury in Shaolin Temple features traditional Shaolin training sequences, energetic hand-to-hand combat, and numerous weapon battles. Gordon Liu brings his trademark athleticism and authentic martial arts skills to the production, while Phillip Ko Fei provides a formidable screen presence as one of the film's dangerous adversaries.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

Fury in Shaolin Temple remains a favorite among fans of Gordon Liu and independent martial arts productions from the late 1970s. Its combination of Shaolin mythology, nonstop fight choreography, and memorable villains has earned the film a loyal following among collectors seeking lesser-known kung fu classics beyond the major Shaw Brothers releases.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Produced as a Hong Kong and South Korean co-production, the film represents an early chapter in director Godfrey Ho's martial arts career. It also preserves Gordon Liu during one of the busiest periods of his legendary filmography, shortly after his breakthrough performances in Shaw Brothers classics. 

• Verified AKAs:
  • Fury in Shaolin Temple – International English title
  • Fury in the Shaolin Temple – Alternate English title
  • Raiders of Shaolin Kung Fu – Home video title
  • Friendship Forged in Blood – Alternate English title
  • Shao Lin Zhen Ying Xiong – Mandarin pinyin
  • 少林真英雄 – Original Chinese title
  • Xue You Tian Xia – Alternate Chinese title
  • 血友天下 – Alternate Chinese title
  • 혈우천하 – Korean title
• Director: Godfrey Ho Chi-Keung
• Writer: Stephen So
• Studio: Asso Asia Films / IFD Films & Arts
• Country: Hong Kong / South Korea
• Genre: Martial Arts, Action, Drama
• Starring: Gordon Liu Chia-Hui, Phillip Ko Fei, Chan Siu-Lun, Sor Young Chi, Gam Kei-Chu, Lee Fat-Yuen, Benny Pan, Steve Lee, Maria Moon, Master Nor
• Format: DVD
• Language: English Dubbed
• Subtitles: None
• Region: All Regions
• Running Time: 83 Minutes
• Release Year: 1979

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