{"product_id":"odd-couple-a-k-a-bok-meng-daan-diy-duet-meng-cheung-1979","title":"Odd Couple • 搏命單刀奪命槍 (1979)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdd Couple\u003c\/strong\u003e (1979), also released as \u003cstrong\u003eThe Odd Couple\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eEternal Conflict\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eShaolin Sabre vs. Wu Tang Spear\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eBok Meng Daan Diy Duet Meng Cheung\u003c\/strong\u003e (搏命單刀奪命槍 \/ 搏命单刀夺命枪), is a Hong Kong martial arts comedy directed by \u003cstrong\u003eLau Kar-wing\u003c\/strong\u003e. Starring \u003cstrong\u003eSammo Hung Kam-bo\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLau Kar-wing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLeung Kar-yan (Beardy)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDean Shek Tin\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKarl Maka\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eWong Ha\u003c\/strong\u003e, this celebrated kung fu classic showcases extraordinary traditional weapons choreography, memorable comedy, and some of the finest spear-versus-saber action ever filmed. Available from \u003cstrong\u003eClassicKungFuMovies.com\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY OVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor years, two legendary martial arts masters have met in annual duels to determine whether the single saber or the double spear is the superior weapon. Every contest ends in a draw, leaving their rivalry unresolved. Accepting that age has begun to catch up with them, each master trains a promising young disciple, hoping the next generation will finally settle the question once and for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the long-awaited contest can begin, a bitter enemy from their past returns seeking revenge. The longtime rivals are forced into one final battle against a deadly martial artist whose new fighting style threatens both masters and their students. What follows is an unforgettable display of traditional weapons combat, friendship, sacrifice, and spectacular kung fu choreography that builds to one of the greatest finales in Hong Kong martial arts cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdd Couple\u003c\/strong\u003e is widely regarded as one of the greatest weapons-based martial arts films ever made. Lau Kar-wing and Sammo Hung designed remarkable spear and saber sequences that emphasize authentic Chinese weapons techniques, timing, precision, and athletic skill. The final battles remain a benchmark for traditional martial arts choreography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors consider \u003cstrong\u003eOdd Couple\u003c\/strong\u003e an essential Hong Kong martial arts classic. Sammo Hung, Lau Kar-wing, and Leung Kar-yan deliver unforgettable performances, while the inventive action, lighthearted humor, and remarkable weapons choreography continue to influence martial arts filmmakers decades after its release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1979, \u003cstrong\u003eOdd Couple\u003c\/strong\u003e became the first production from \u003cstrong\u003eGar Bo Motion Picture Company\u003c\/strong\u003e, founded by Sammo Hung, Lau Kar-wing, and Karl Maka. Its emphasis on authentic weapons combat helped establish the film as one of the defining martial arts classics of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified AKAs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOdd Couple\u003c\/strong\u003e – International English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Odd Couple\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEternal Conflict\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaolin Sabre vs. Wu Tang Spear\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDance of Death\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBok Meng Daan Diy Duet Meng Cheung\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBo Ming Dan Dao Duo Ming Qiang\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin Pinyin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e搏命單刀奪命槍\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e搏命单刀夺命枪\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simplified Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lau Kar-wing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raymond Wong Pak-ming, Lai Wai-man\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Karl Maka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFight Choreographers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lau Kar-wing, Sammo Hung\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gar Bo Motion Picture Company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sammo Hung Kam-bo, Lau Kar-wing, Leung Kar-yan (Beardy), Dean Shek Tin, Karl Maka, Wong Ha\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 (Dolby Digital 1.0 Mono), English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 97 Minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hong Kong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:12px\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:inline-block;background:#d4af37;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:bold\"\u003eSammo Hung \u0026amp; Lau Kar-wing Kung Fu Classics\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKung Fu Movies\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eShaw Brothers Movies\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/strong\u003e collectors can find the weapons-driven martial arts tradition represented by Sammo Hung, Lau Kar-wing, Gar Bo Motion Picture Company, and other important Hong Kong filmmakers of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:8px\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sammo-hung-movies\"\u003eSammo Hung Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kung-fu-movies\"\u003eKung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/classic-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eClassic Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chinese-movies\"\u003eChinese Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hong-kong-movies\"\u003eHong Kong Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gar Bo Motion Picture Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7962129793075,"sku":"0000179","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/2492\/2419\/products\/31PZETTG4ML.jpg?v=1525941177","url":"https:\/\/classickungfumovies.com\/products\/odd-couple-a-k-a-bok-meng-daan-diy-duet-meng-cheung-1979","provider":"Classic Kung Fu Movies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}