Master of the Flying Guillotine • One-Armed Boxer vs. the Flying Guillotine • 獨臂拳王大破血滴子 (1976)

Master of the Flying Guillotine (1976), also released as One-Armed Boxer vs. the Flying Guillotine and Du Bi Quan Wang Da Po Xue Di Zi (獨臂拳王大破血滴子 / 独臂拳王大破血滴子), is a Hong Kong martial arts classic written, directed by, and starring Jimmy Wang Yu. Featuring Kam Kong, Doris Lung, Lung Fei, Chung Erh, Sham Chin Bo, and Wong Wing Sang, this independent kung fu epic expands the story of The One-Armed Boxer with spectacular tournament battles, imaginative opponents, and the legendary Flying Guillotine weapon. One of the most influential martial arts films of the 1970s, it remains an essential title for collectors of classic Hong Kong cinema. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.

STORY OVERVIEW

After the deaths of his students, a blind martial arts master armed with the deadly Flying Guillotine begins hunting the One-Armed Boxer, killing every one-armed fighter he encounters along the way. Meanwhile, the One-Armed Boxer enters an international martial arts tournament where masters from around the world display extraordinary fighting styles, unusual weapons, and deadly techniques. As the competition reaches its climax, revenge, honor, and survival collide in one of martial arts cinema's most unforgettable final battles.

MARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS

Master of the Flying Guillotine features one of the most imaginative tournament lineups in kung fu history, including masters specializing in yoga, Thai boxing, Indian martial arts, and monkey-style kung fu. Jimmy Wang Yu combines brutal hand-to-hand combat with spectacular weapon choreography centered around the infamous Flying Guillotine, creating unforgettable action sequences that continue to influence martial arts filmmakers around the world.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

Master of the Flying Guillotine is celebrated for introducing one of the most iconic weapons in martial arts film history while showcasing Jimmy Wang Yu's unique vision as writer, director, and star. Its inventive tournament format, unforgettable international fighters, imaginative choreography, and enduring cult status have inspired generations of filmmakers, including Quentin Tarantino, making it one of the defining independent kung fu productions of the 1970s.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Released in 1976, Master of the Flying Guillotine became one of the most influential independent martial arts films ever produced. Its creative tournament structure, larger-than-life opponents, and unforgettable Flying Guillotine weapon helped shape the evolution of kung fu cinema while earning worldwide cult status among martial arts fans and filmmakers.

• Verified AKAs:
  • Master of the Flying Guillotine – International English title
  • One-Armed Boxer vs. the Flying Guillotine – Alternate English title
  • Du Bi Quan Wang Da Po Xue Di Zi – Mandarin Pinyin
  • Duk Bei Kyun Wong Daai Po Hyut Dik Ji – Cantonese romanization
  • 獨臂拳王大破血滴子 – Traditional Chinese title
  • 独臂拳王大破血滴子 – Simplified Chinese title
• Director: Jimmy Wang Yu
• Producer: Jimmy Wang Yu
• Screenplay: Jimmy Wang Yu
• Action Director: Jimmy Wang Yu
• Studio: Wang Yu Film Company
• Starring: Jimmy Wang Yu, Kam Kong, Doris Lung, Lung Fei, Chung Erh, Sham Chin Bo, Wong Wing Sang
• Country: Hong Kong
• Genre: Hong Kong Cinema, Kung Fu, Martial Arts, Tournament, Action
• Format: DVD
• Language: English, Mandarin
• Subtitles: English
• Region: All
• Running Time: 93 Minutes
• Release Year: 1976

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