Shaolin Hand Lock
Shaolin Hand Lock

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Shaolin Hand Lock

1978
Movie
89 min
Mandarin

As an expert of the 'Cross fists' technique, a reclusive kung fu master Li Pai perfects a lethal maneuver called the 'Shaolin Handlock' while an old wolf-in-sheep's-clothing friend Fang Yun-piao pays the unwitting Li a visit. Armed with the deadly Handlock maneuver, Cheng-ying & Kun Shih joins forces to exact revenge on the evil Ling Hao after the truth is unraveled.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Ho Meng HuaGenres: Action, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

A young man seeks revenge for his father's death, training in the deadly art of the Shaolin Hand Lock. He must confront the corrupt officials and martial artists who orchestrated his family's downfall. Along the way, he encounters allies and rivals who test his resolve and his mastery of the unique fighting style.

Critical Reception

Shaolin Hand Lock is a classic example of Shaw Brothers martial arts cinema, praised for its intricate fight choreography and compelling narrative. While it might not reach the iconic status of some other kung fu films, it is widely regarded as a solid entry in the genre, offering exciting action sequences and a satisfying revenge plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its well-executed fight scenes and the distinctiveness of the Shaolin Hand Lock technique.

  • Appreciated for its straightforward revenge narrative and strong performances from the lead actors.

  • Considered a typical yet enjoyable kung fu film from the late 70s era.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this specific film on Google is not readily available. However, films of this genre and era are often enjoyed for their action and martial arts sequences.

Fun Fact

The 'Shaolin Hand Lock' technique itself is a fictionalized martial art, designed to showcase intricate finger and wrist manipulation as a devastating offensive and defensive style within the film's narrative.

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