In Jaguar Lives! (1979), martial arts master Joe Lewis stars as Jonathan Cross — code name Jaguar — a fearless secret agent who battles a global crime syndicate after surviving a near-fatal mission. Packed with explosive fight sequences, exotic locations, and a…
18 Fatal Strikes (1980) is a gritty kung fu action tale filled with betrayal, vengeance, and relentless combat. When a young fighter is caught in a deadly web of rival clans and corrupt officials, he must master lethal techniques to survive and…
The Avenging Eagle (1978) is a Shaw Brothers kung fu classic about a deadly assassin who betrays his ruthless clan and goes on the run. Haunted by his past crimes, he teams up with a mysterious stranger seeking vengeance, leading to fierce…
She’s fast, fierce, and not here to play—Lady Kung Fu throws fists, flips villains, and flips the script on 1970s kung fu cinema. Packed with bone-crunching battles, wild stunts, and pure grindhouse groove, this cult classic proves the baddest fighter is in…
In Chinatown Kid (1977), a street-smart fighter flees the turmoil of Hong Kong and lands in the gritty underworld of San Francisco’s Chinatown, where gangs clash, loyalties crumble, and justice is dealt with fists. Part rise-to-power crime saga, part kung fu morality…
Force: Five is a 1981 martial arts action film directed by Robert Clouse, best known for helming Enter the Dragon. This cult classic follows a team of elite martial artists assembled to dismantle a dangerous cult led by a charismatic yet deadly…
“The 18 Bronzemen” (1975), directed by Joseph Kuo and starring martial arts icon Carter Wong, is a seminal entry in the kung fu film genre, renowned for its depiction of rigorous Shaolin training. The film follows a young warrior’s journey to becoming…
In the wild world of 1980 kung fu cinema, Clan of the White Lotus stands tall as a whirlwind of high-flying action and Shaolin mystique. Directed by the legendary Lo Lieh—who also stars as the merciless White Lotus Master—the film pits him…
“The Prodigal Son” (1981), directed by and starring Sammo Hung, is a seminal work in the kung fu genre, blending intricate choreography with sharp humor and a rich narrative. Set in the late Qing Dynasty, the film tells the story of Leung…
In Chang Cheh’s martial arts masterpiece “King Eagle,” the dynamic duo of Ti Lung and Li Ching showcase their remarkable talents amidst a backdrop of breathtaking action sequences and intricate storytelling. Released in 1971 by Shaw Brothers Studio, this film exemplifies Cheh’s…
