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…
“The Deadly Angels,” released in 1977 by the renowned Shaw Brothers Studio, stands as a notable entry in the pantheon of martial arts cinema. Directed by Hun Choi and Hsueh-Li Pao, the film showcases the studio’s signature blend of intricate choreography and…
Released in 1982, “Ninja in the Dragon’s Den” stands as a pinnacle of kung fu cinema, showcasing the unparalleled talents of Hiroyuki Sanada and Conan Lee under the direction of Cory Yuen. Set against a backdrop of ancient martial arts traditions, the…
Jimmy Wang Yu’s 1976 kung fu cult classic film, “Master of the Flying Guillotine,” stands as a seminal work in the genre, revered for its groundbreaking action sequences and enduring influence on martial arts cinema. Directed and starring Wang Yu himself, the…
