{"product_id":"killer-clans-a-k-a-liu-xing-hu-die-jian-1976","title":"Killer Clans AKA Meteor, Butterfly and Sword • 流星蝴蝶劍 (1976)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiller Clans\u003c\/strong\u003e, also released as \u003cstrong\u003eMeteor, Butterfly and Sword\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a 1976 Hong Kong wuxia masterpiece produced by \u003cstrong\u003eShaw Brothers Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e. Directed by legendary filmmaker \u003cstrong\u003eChor Yuen (Chu Yuan)\u003c\/strong\u003e and adapted from Gu Long's acclaimed novel, the film stars \u003cstrong\u003eChung Wa\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChan Ping\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKu Feng\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNorman Chu\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eYueh Hua\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eDanny Lee Sau-Yin\u003c\/strong\u003e. Widely regarded as one of Chor Yuen's greatest achievements, the film combines intricate storytelling, elegant swordplay, atmospheric cinematography, and lavish Shaw Brothers production design to create one of the defining wuxia films of the 1970s. Available from \u003cstrong\u003eClassicKungFuMovies.com\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors who appreciate authentic Hong Kong martial arts cinema on physical media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY OVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen respected martial arts leader \u003cstrong\u003eSun Yubo\u003c\/strong\u003e becomes the target of a deadly assassination plot, rival clans, hired killers, and hidden conspirators are drawn into a dangerous struggle for power. Every alliance conceals another secret, and every carefully planned attack reveals a new layer of deception as enemies quietly maneuver from the shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs skilled assassins carry out their deadly assignments, loyalty becomes impossible to judge and survival depends on uncovering the truth before another fatal strike is made. Adapted from one of Gu Long's most celebrated novels, the story blends mystery, political intrigue, emotional drama, and breathtaking wuxia action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKiller Clans\u003c\/em\u003e showcases the elegant visual style that made Chor Yuen one of Hong Kong cinema's greatest wuxia directors. Graceful sword duels, hidden assassins, elaborate traps, secret passages, and beautifully choreographed confrontations replace straightforward kung fu battles with sophisticated action built around strategy, deception, and suspense. Every encounter advances both the story and the mystery, rewarding viewers who appreciate intelligent martial arts filmmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKiller Clans\u003c\/em\u003e launched one of the most successful collaborations between director Chor Yuen and novelist Gu Long, beginning a remarkable series of Shaw Brothers wuxia classics. Collectors continue to treasure the film for its labyrinth of conspiracies, unforgettable characters, stunning studio sets, and stylish cinematography. It remains one of the finest screen adaptations of Gu Long's work and an essential addition to any Shaw Brothers collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1976, \u003cem\u003eKiller Clans\u003c\/em\u003e helped redefine the wuxia genre by shifting the focus from straightforward heroics to layered mysteries, political intrigue, and morally complex characters. Chor Yuen's atmospheric direction and Gu Long's sophisticated storytelling influenced numerous Shaw Brothers productions and established a new standard for cinematic wuxia during one of Hong Kong cinema's greatest creative periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified AKAs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKiller Clans\u003c\/strong\u003e – International English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeteor, Butterfly and Sword\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e流星蝴蝶劍\u003c\/strong\u003e – Original Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e流星蝴蝶剑\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simplified Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiú Xīng Hú Dié Jiàn\u003c\/strong\u003e – Official Mandarin pinyin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLau Sing Wu Dip Gim\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chor Yuen (Chu Yuan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Run Run Shaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreenplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chor Yuen\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 Tang Chia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCinematography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pao Hsueh-Li\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEditor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chiang Hsing-Lung\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaw Brothers Studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistributor:\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\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wuxia, Martial Arts, Mystery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMartial Arts Focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swordplay, Assassins, Traditional Wuxia Combat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chung Wa, Chan Ping, Ku Feng, Norman Chu, Yueh Hua, Danny Lee Sau-Yin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e DVD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English (Letterboxed 2.35:1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Running English Commentary, Bonus Features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; background: #d4af37; padding: 6px 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eContinue Building Your Shaw Brothers Collection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiller Clans\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Chor Yuen's greatest wuxia masterpieces, blending mystery, betrayal, elegant swordplay, and unforgettable characters. 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