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, and Lee Fat-Yuen. Combining Shaolin training, hidden martial arts manuals, traditional kung fu, and nonstop action, this late-1970s martial arts adventure is a worthwhile discovery for collectors of classic kung fu cinema.

STORY OVERVIEW

When a priceless Shaolin martial arts manual disappears, a young disciple becomes caught in a dangerous struggle against ruthless fighters determined to uncover its secrets. Raised under the guidance of the Shaolin Temple, he must strengthen his skills, overcome betrayal, and face increasingly dangerous enemies before the sacred knowledge falls into the wrong hands without revealing the film's conclusion.

MARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS

Fury in Shaolin Temple features traditional Shaolin training, hard-hitting hand-to-hand combat, and numerous weapon battles. Gordon Liu brings his trademark athleticism and martial arts ability to the action, while Phillip Ko Fei provides a formidable opponent and adds plenty of intensity to the film's fight sequences.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

Fury in Shaolin Temple is a worthwhile title for fans of Gordon Liu and lesser-known martial arts productions from the late 1970s. Collectors will appreciate the Shaolin setting, traditional training, memorable villains, and steady stream of kung fu action outside the better-known Shaw Brothers catalog.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Released in 1979 as a Hong Kong and South Korean co-production, Fury in Shaolin Temple represents an early chapter in director Godfrey Ho's martial arts career. The film also features Gordon Liu during a particularly active period of his career, when his Shaolin performances were helping establish him as one of Hong Kong's most recognizable kung fu stars.

• 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, Kung Fu, 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
• Martial Arts Focus: Shaolin Kung Fu, Traditional Kung Fu, Weapon Fighting
• Format: DVD
• Language: English Dubbed
• Subtitles: None
• Region: All Regions
• Running Time: 83 Minutes
• Release Year: 1979

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