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Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu A.K.A. Shaolin Tong Zi Gong • 少林童子功 (1981)
Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu A.K.A. Shaolin Tong Zi Gong • 少林童子功 (1981)
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Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu, also released as Shaolin Tong Zi Gong and originally titled 少林童子功, is a 1981 Taiwanese martial arts film directed by Robert Tai Chi Hsien. Starring Alexander Lo Rei, Liu Hao Yee, and Lou Chun, the film combines brutal revenge, traditional Shaolin kung fu, and nonstop action in a fast-paced story of justice and survival. Known for its hard-hitting fight choreography and relentless pace, it remains a favorite among collectors of independent Taiwanese martial arts films. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who appreciate authentic martial arts cinema on physical media.
STORY OVERVIEW
After the ruthless Nine Devil Gang ambushes a shipment of gold and massacres an entire village to eliminate every witness, only a handful of survivors escape the slaughter. Swearing revenge, they dedicate themselves to mastering the powerful Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu style before hunting down the killers responsible for the tragedy.
Their quest for justice demands unwavering discipline, exhausting training, and extraordinary courage as they battle increasingly dangerous enemies. Every confrontation brings them closer to a final clash where only the strongest will survive.
MARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS
Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu delivers the fast, aggressive action that made Alexander Lo Rei one of Taiwan's most respected martial arts stars. Featuring traditional Shaolin techniques, powerful kicking combinations, demanding training sequences, hand-to-hand combat, and extended battles against the vicious Nine Devil Gang, the film captures the raw energy of classic Taiwanese kung fu cinema.
WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT
Collectors appreciate Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu for its gritty revenge story, relentless action, and memorable performance by Alexander Lo Rei. Robert Tai Chi Hsien's fast-paced direction and the film's traditional martial arts choreography have helped make it a sought-after favorite among fans of independent Taiwanese kung fu films.
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Released during the closing years of Taiwan's martial arts boom, Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu reflects the era's focus on traditional kung fu, revenge-driven storytelling, and action-packed filmmaking. It remains a respected title for collectors seeking overlooked martial arts classics beyond the major Hong Kong studios.
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Verified AKAs:
- Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu – Primary English title
- Shaolin Tong Zi Gong – Alternate English title
- 少林童子功 – Original Traditional Chinese title
- 少林童子功 – Simplified Chinese title
- Shǎolín Tóng Zǐ Gōng – Official Mandarin pinyin
- Director: Robert Tai Chi Hsien
- Country: Taiwan
- Genre: Martial Arts, Action
- Martial Arts Focus: Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu, Hand-to-Hand Combat, Weapons Combat
- Starring: Alexander Lo Rei, Liu Hao Yee, Lou Chun
- Format: DVD
- Language: English Dubbed
- Subtitles: None
- Running Time: 86 Minutes
- Region: All Regions
- Release Year: 1981
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Shaolin Chastity Kung Fu, also known as Shaolin Tong Zi Gong, stars Alexander Lo Rei, Liu Hao Yee, and Lou Chun in a hard-hitting tale of revenge, demanding Shaolin training, and explosive martial arts action. Find more rare Taiwanese kung fu favorites and collector-worthy classics below.
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