{"product_id":"the-victim-a-k-a-lightning-kung-fu-1980","title":"The Victim • Lightning Kung Fu • 身不由己 (1980)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"kungfu-description-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Victim\u003c\/strong\u003e (1980), also released as \u003cstrong\u003eLightning Kung Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eShen Bu You Ji\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSan Bat Yau Gei\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e身不由己\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e身不由已\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a Hong Kong martial arts classic directed by and starring \u003cstrong\u003eSammo Hung\u003c\/strong\u003e. Co-starring \u003cstrong\u003eBryan Leung\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChang Yi\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFanny Wang\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLam Ching-ying\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eKarl Maka\u003c\/strong\u003e, the film blends comedy, suspense, and traditional kung fu into one of the memorable action films of the Golden Harvest era. Known for its hard-hitting choreography and spectacular finale, \u003cem\u003eThe Victim\u003c\/em\u003e remains an essential title for collectors of classic Hong Kong martial arts cinema. 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\u003eChan spends his days searching for skilled martial artists capable of defeating him, believing only the strongest fighter deserves to become his master. His carefree life changes after he encounters the mysterious Chun-yau, a gifted kung fu expert hiding from a ruthless stepbrother determined to destroy him. As murder, betrayal, and revenge close in, Chan finds himself caught in a deadly conflict where loyalty and courage are tested through a series of unforgettable battles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Victim\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases traditional kung fu choreography with fast hand techniques, realistic footwork, and extended hand-to-hand combat. Sammo Hung's action direction builds toward a legendary final showdown with Bryan Leung, making the film a standout example of the hard-hitting fighting style that defined Hong Kong action cinema at the start of the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY COLLECTORS PICK IT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors treasure \u003cem\u003eThe Victim\u003c\/em\u003e for its combination of comedy, suspense, and authentic martial arts action. Sammo Hung and Bryan Leung deliver memorable performances, while the film's realistic choreography, colorful supporting cast, and exceptional finale have helped give it a lasting reputation among fans of classic Hong Kong kung fu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOLLECTOR'S NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Victim\u003c\/em\u003e is an important Sammo Hung film from the period when Hong Kong martial arts cinema was moving toward the harder-hitting action style of the 1980s. Its traditional fighting techniques, strong cast, and celebrated final battle make it a worthwhile addition to any serious kung fu collection.\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\u003eThe Victim\u003c\/strong\u003e – International English title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightning Kung Fu\u003c\/strong\u003e – U.S. home video title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShen Bu You Ji\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mandarin Pinyin romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSan Bat Yau Gei\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cantonese romanization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e身不由己\u003c\/strong\u003e – Original Traditional Chinese title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e身不由已\u003c\/strong\u003e – Alternate Chinese title spelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirector:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sammo Hung\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Karl Maka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreenplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lau Tin-chi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAction Director:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sammo Hung\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frankie Chan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCinematography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ma Koon-wa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graffon Film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sammo Hung, Bryan Leung, Chang Yi, Fanny Wang, Lam Ching-ying, Karl Maka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hong Kong Cinema, Martial Arts, Kung Fu, Action, Comedy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e DVD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cantonese, English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubtitles:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 Minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrepared 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\"\u003e\nSammo Hung \u0026amp; Wing Chun Kung Fu Keywords\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Kung Fu Movies\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring Sammo Hung, Wing Chun kung fu, Bryan Leung, traditional martial arts, Hong Kong action, Golden Harvest, 1980s kung fu, and classic martial arts cinema.\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\/traditional-kung-fu-movies\"\u003eTraditional Kung 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\/wing-chun-movies\"\u003eWing Chun Movies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Independent Cinema","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8293717442611,"sku":"0000240","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/2492\/2419\/products\/VICTIM_10.jpg?v=1527541077","url":"https:\/\/classickungfumovies.com\/products\/the-victim-a-k-a-lightning-kung-fu-1980","provider":"Classic Kung Fu Movies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}