{"product_id":"the-buddhist-fist-1980","title":"The Buddhist Fist A.K.A. Secret of the Buddhist Fist • 佛掌羅漢拳 (1980)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Buddhist Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e (1980), also released as \u003cstrong\u003eSecret of the Buddhist Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFo Zhang Luo Han Quan\u003c\/strong\u003e (佛掌羅漢拳), and \u003cstrong\u003eFat Jeung Lo Hon Kuen\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a Hong Kong martial arts comedy directed by legendary action filmmaker \u003cstrong\u003eYuen Woo-ping\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003eTsui Siu-ming\u003c\/strong\u003e serving as uncredited co-director. The film stars \u003cstrong\u003eTsui Siu-ming\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChan Siu-pang\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eYuen Shun-yi\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFan Mei-sheng\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSimon Yuen (Yuen Siu-tin)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eLee Hoi-sang\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced by \u003cstrong\u003ePeace Film Production\u003c\/strong\u003e and distributed by \u003cstrong\u003eGolden Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, this entertaining kung fu adventure blends traditional Shaolin training, comedy, and inventive fight choreography into one of Yuen Woo-ping's finest early films. Available from \u003cstrong\u003eClassicKungFuMovies.com\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors who appreciate authentic Hong Kong martial arts cinema and hard-to-find physical media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY OVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaised together inside a Shaolin temple, two orphaned boys spend years mastering the powerful Luohan (Arhat) Buddhist Fist style under the guidance of respected monks. As adults, their lives take different paths when one leaves the monastery to experience the outside world while the other remains devoted to the teachings and discipline of temple life. Although separated by circumstance, the lifelong friends remain bound by loyalty and the values instilled in them by their masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir paths cross once again after a respected elder mysteriously disappears and an innocent man is falsely accused of murder. Forced to uncover the truth, the pair confront ruthless assassins, corrupt officials, and powerful martial artists determined to keep their conspiracy hidden. As danger closes in from every direction, they must rely on their Shaolin training, unwavering friendship, and the deadly techniques of the Buddhist Fist to restore justice before more innocent lives are lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Buddhist Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases the creativity that made Yuen Woo-ping one of the most influential martial arts directors in cinema history. Fast-paced hand-to-hand combat, imaginative Luohan-style techniques, acrobatic choreography, clever comedy, and energetic training sequences combine to create a memorable kung fu adventure. The film also features outstanding performances from members of the famous Yuen Clan, whose athletic abilities helped shape the golden age of Hong Kong action cinema.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors value \u003cem\u003eThe Buddhist Fist\u003c\/em\u003e as one of Yuen Woo-ping's finest early directing efforts before he achieved worldwide recognition. The combination of Simon Yuen, Yuen Shun-yi, Tsui Siu-ming, and an outstanding supporting cast gives the film lasting appeal for fans of classic kung fu. Its entertaining mix of Shaolin tradition, comedy, imaginative fight choreography, and memorable villains has earned it a respected place among overlooked Golden Harvest-era martial arts classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased during the height of Hong Kong's martial arts boom, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Buddhist Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e captures Yuen Woo-ping refining the directing style that would later influence generations of action filmmakers around the world. The film preserves the talents of the legendary Yuen Clan while showcasing traditional Shaolin-inspired martial arts at a time when Hong Kong cinema was producing some of its most innovative and influential kung fu films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified AKAs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Buddhist Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e – English theatrical and home video title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecret of the Buddhist Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate English home video title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFo Zhang Luo Han Quan\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFat Jeung Lo Hon Kuen\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e佛掌羅漢拳\u003c\/strong\u003e – Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e佛掌罗汉拳\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simplified Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yuen Woo-ping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCo-Director:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsui Siu-ming (uncredited)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsui Siu-ming, Chan Siu-pang, Yuen Shun-yi, Fan Mei-sheng, Simon Yuen (Yuen Siu-tin), Lee Hoi-sang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peace Film Production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistributor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden Harvest\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, Cantonese, Mandarin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87 Minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Regions\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 1980\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;\"\u003eShop More Yuen Woo-ping Classics\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Buddhist Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e, also released as \u003cstrong\u003eSecret of the Buddhist Fist\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a standout among classic \u003cstrong\u003eKung Fu Movies\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining Yuen Woo-ping's inventive choreography with Shaolin training, Buddhist Fist techniques, comedy, and unforgettable Hong Kong martial arts action. 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