ThunderBolt Fist (Pi Li Quan) (1972) Shaw Brothers

US Title: Thunderbolt Fist
Also Known As: Pi Li Quan, 霹雳拳
Year: 1972
Country: Hong Kong

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Story Snapshot:
Set during a period of growing foreign influence and unrest in China, Thunderbolt Fist follows a ruthless Japanese judo master determined to humiliate Chinese martial artists by defeating and killing them in brutal public tournaments. As fear spreads throughout the martial arts community, the leaders of the Ping Pai Boxing Institute turn to the mysterious master Red Butterfly for help. Hidden away in the mountains, a young fighter undergoes intense training to master the devastating Thunderbolt Fist technique and restore honor to Chinese martial arts. Packed with tournament battles, revenge themes, and classic Shaw Brothers-era action, the film delivers vintage kung fu entertainment from the golden age of Hong Kong cinema.

Why Collectors Pick It:
A classic early-1970s Shaw Brothers martial arts film blending anti-invader themes, brutal tournament combat, and traditional kung fu storytelling. A strong addition for collectors of vintage Shaw Brothers cinema and old-school kung fu action films.

• Starring: Shih Szu, Chuen Yuen, Fang Mien, Tung Lam, Yukio Someno, Gam Kei Chu
• Directed by: Cheung Yat Woo
• Produced by: Runme Shaw
• Action Directed by: Leung Siu Chung
• Version: Uncut
• Release Year: 1972
• Country: Hong Kong
• Languages: English
• Format: NTSC All Region
• Features: 16:9 Widescreen
• Running Time: 90 Minutes

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