The Super Kung-Fu Fighter
The Super Kung-Fu Fighter

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The Super Kung-Fu Fighter

1978
Movie
86 min
Mandarin

A bevy of top fighters all fighting to rule the martial world and use the rarest styles ever put on screen. Master Ko, is in possession of a very special sword. A sword that can cut through anything and becomes invisible, it, therefore can easily trick and defeat the enemy. Many people are after this sword. One day, the master gets killed and the sword is stolen.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Wai-Man LoGenres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts

Plot Summary

A young martial artist seeks revenge against the ruthless gang that murdered his master and destroyed his village. He trains rigorously and hones his skills to take on the formidable opponents in a series of intense kung fu battles. Along the way, he encounters allies and faces betrayal, navigating a treacherous path to justice.

Critical Reception

While not as widely known internationally as some of Jackie Chan's later works, 'The Super Kung-Fu Fighter' is appreciated by martial arts film enthusiasts for its early display of Chan's burgeoning talent. It showcases energetic fight choreography and comedic elements that would become his trademark, though its plot and production values are typical of many 70s Hong Kong action films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Early showcase of Jackie Chan's comedic martial arts style.

  • Energetic and creative fight sequences for its era.

  • Simple plot typical of 1970s martial arts cinema.

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Fun Fact

This film was released in some markets as 'Snake & Crane Arts of Shaolin', though it is distinct from the 1978 film of the same name starring Jackie Chan and directed by Chen Chi-Hwa.

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