Secret of Shaolin Kung Fu • 蝴蝶十八式 • Hu Die Shi Ba Shi (1979)

Secret of Shaolin Kung Fu (1979), also released as Hu Die Shi Ba Shi (蝴蝶十八式 / 蝴蝶十八式), is a Taiwanese martial arts film directed by Got Si Ho. Starring Lee Yi Min, Chan Wai Lau, Sun Jung Chi, Chui Chung Hei, and Ma Chin Ku, this classic Taiwanese kung fu film showcases the rare Butterfly Fist style through fast-paced action, traditional training, and memorable martial arts battles. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.

STORY OVERVIEW

As leader of the Beggar Clan, a skilled martial artist must protect his followers from the ruthless Golden Fox, a deadly fighter determined to seize power through violence and intimidation. Armed with the legendary Eighteen Butterfly Fist technique, he faces relentless attacks from powerful enemies determined to destroy the clan.

With every battle, the conflict grows more dangerous as rival martial artists and hidden conspiracies threaten everything he has sworn to defend. His only hope lies in mastering the ancient techniques that may finally bring down the Golden Fox and restore peace.

MARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS

Secret of Shaolin Kung Fu features traditional kung fu choreography centered on the rare Butterfly Fist style, blending agile hand techniques with fast-paced combat and classic training sequences. The film delivers the energetic action and old-school fighting styles that made Taiwanese martial arts cinema popular during the late 1970s.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

Collectors continue to seek out Secret of Shaolin Kung Fu for Lee Yi Min's athletic performance, memorable villains, and its showcase of the uncommon Butterfly Fist style. Its traditional storytelling and nonstop martial arts action make it a rewarding addition to any collection of vintage Taiwanese kung fu films.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Released in 1979, Secret of Shaolin Kung Fu reflects the popularity of independent Taiwanese martial arts productions during the closing years of the classic kung fu boom. Its emphasis on traditional fighting styles and the rarely seen Butterfly Fist technique has helped it remain a favorite among collectors of vintage martial arts cinema.

• Verified AKAs:
  • Secret of Shaolin Kung Fu – International English title
  • Hu Die Shi Ba Shi – Mandarin Pinyin
  • Hu Tie Shih Pa Shih – Wade-Giles romanization
  • 蝴蝶十八式 – Traditional Chinese title
  • 蝴蝶十八式 – Simplified Chinese title
• Director: Got Si Ho
• Starring: Lee Yi Min, Chan Wai Lau, Sun Jung Chi, Chui Chung Hei, Goo Chang, Ma Chin Ku
• Format: DVD
• Language: English Dubbed
• Region: All
• Running Time: 87 Minutes
• Country: Taiwan
• Release Year: 1979

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