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18 Shaolin Riders
HO YU-HUAN is the leader of a gang that is:. Call "THE GEFURCHTETEN" With a paper knife he drew himself and his people his 18 men, who have made as THE GEFURCHTETEN a name, devoted to him unconditionally you.. rob the rich to protect the poor - The old, the weak and the orphans they are protected in the same way and support. One day learns HO YU-HUAN that a corrupt tax collector wants to smuggle his money and jewels from the capital ....
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Plot Summary
A group of Shaolin disciples are targeted by a vengeful warlord after they rescue a young boy whose father was killed by the warlord's men. The disciples must use their martial arts skills to protect themselves and the boy, leading to a series of intense battles.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, '18 Shaolin Riders' was a modest success, appealing to fans of classic kung fu cinema. While not as critically acclaimed as some of its contemporaries, it was recognized for its action sequences and adherence to the Shaolin warrior tradition.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its exciting martial arts choreography.
Appreciated for its classic Shaolin-themed narrative.
Found to be a solid entry in the 1970s kung fu genre.
Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of Shaw Brothers Studio productions that focused on Shaolin martial arts, a popular theme in Hong Kong cinema during the 1970s.
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