Shaw Brothers Classics Vol 3 [Blu-ray]

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This spectacular box set comprises 11 classic martial arts films from the famous Shaw Brothers' library, featuring some of their greatest stars—Alexander Fu Sheng (The Brave Archer), Lo Lieh (King Boxer), Ti Lung (A Better Tomorrow), David Chiang (The Boxer Of Shantung) and the Deadly Venoms! Many of these films are debuting for the first time on Blu-ray. Get ready for some exciting thrills and chills as heroes meet villains in a duel to the death! Killer Clans Ask any martial arts movie aficionado for his or her list of all-time action greats, and there's a good chance that Killer Clans ranks somewhere near the top. Based on a popular swordplay novel, Killer Clans (whose Chinese title literally translates into the poetic Meteor, Butterfly, Sword) has enough conspiracies, stratagems, and sword fights to make any fan happy. They are masterfully staged by Yuen Cheung-yan, brother of martial arts choreographer Yuen Woo-ping. The cast includes some of Shaw Brothers' leading swordsmen and swordswomen, and they bring to life the novel's epic battles between underground clans, where the line between good and evil is not always so clear-cut or obvious. The Shaolin Avengers The famous story of the Shaolin Temple's betrayal by the White-Browed Hermit, and the subsequent revenge by Shaolin firebrand Fang Shih-yu, is the stuff of legend. It has been filmed many times by many directors, but few depictions are as fiery or remembered as fondly as this production. The potent combination of director Chang Cheh and international idol Alexander Fu Sheng caught lightning in a lens (thanks to action instructors Hsieh Hsing and Chen Hsin-yi…not to mention talented co-director Wu Ma). The Web of Death The leader of the Snake Sect has an affair with the sexy ringleader of the Scorpion Sect to revive the "Five Poison Web" (which is also this film's Chinese title). But they must also contend with the Centipede Sect. Under the fluid direction of Chu Yuan and action choreographers Tang Chia and Yuen Cheung-yan (member of the martial arts world's esteemed Yuen Family and brother of master Yuen Woo-ping), the result is a first-class action film! The Vengeful Beauty Of all the many kinds of films Ho Meng-hua directed for the Shaw Brothers, his most popular worldwide was quite possibly The Flying Guillotine. While he did not direct its like-titled sequel, he did helm this great spinning beheader follow-up, which critics considered among his very best. It stars the striking Chen Ping (The Miniskirt Gang, Lady Exterminator) as the fearless title character who takes on an entire flying guillotine gang. Death Duel This martial arts spectacular showcases 20-year-old Derek Yee. Variety noted, "Yee's charismatic screen presence should take him to superstardom like his older brother, David Chiang." The prediction proved correct, and his performance as ace swordsman Third Master is just what any producer would want. He fights evil, saves damsels in distress (including a kindhearted prostitute portrayed by Yu An-an), and duels rival swordsmen Ling Yun. Life Gamble Legendary director Chang Cheh teamed his latest big star, Alexander Fu Sheng, with future Venoms Lo Meng and Kuo Chue to create another winner in his vaunted filmography. Joining them were top supporting actors Ku Feng and Wang Lung-wei and actresses Lin Chen-chi, Shirley Yu, and Hui Ying-hung. Together, they weave an entertaining, exciting tale of a kung fu blacksmith taking on four famous robbers while a villainous gambling boss plots to destroy them. Soul of the Sword "Be careful what you wish for" sums up Soul Of The Sword, which stars acclaimed actor Ti Lung as a swordsman whose sole purpose is to defeat the "Number One Swordsman" no matter what. The warrior's code dictates to be number one there must be no other pursuit in life, so he gives up his lover only to learn that wanting is better than having…and that the terrorism of tradition in the end can bring about your own downfall. The Deadly Breaking Sword This explosive film elevated director Sun Chung to the highest ranks of martial arts helmsmanship alongside such esteemed company as Chang Cheh. Starring the incomparable Ti Lung and Alexander Fu Sheng, and utilizing the acclaimed fight choreographer Tang Chia, The Deadly Breaking Sword is propelled by the stars' venomous fighting appeal. Armed with the "Deadly Breaking Sword" technique, Tuen Cheng-tsin (Ti Lung) unites with thief Ko Mun (Alexander Fu Sheng) to defeat an assassin who is "acupuncturingly" controlled by the evil Dr. Kuo. Clan of the White Lotus Lo Lieh was famous as Shaw Studio's first international kung fu film star, but it was rare that he also directed, so this film is one of those special events. Following the huge success of Executioners From Shaolin, he returned to the villain's role in this combination sequel and remake. The result is a lighter hearted entertainment, as heroic Gordon Liu Chia-hui must learn "Embroidery Fist" and acupuncture to counter the evil White Lotus leader's deadly "Weightless Boxing" and "Nerve Centre Shutdown" techniques.Bonus Content:Disc 1 - Killer Clans: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dubbed DTS-HD Master AudioAudio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: A Introduction To The Martial Arts FilmA Killer Creativity: James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Critic at easternKicks On Director Chor YuenGu Long: Wuxia Writer—An Interview with Film Critic Shum Long-TinShaw's Godfather: An Interview with Actor Ku FengOriginal Theatrical TrailerCelestial TrailerDisc 2 - The Shaolin Avengers: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dubbed DTS-HD Master AudioAudio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog)Sharp Soundbites: Critic Frank Djeng Provides Some Memories of His First Shaw Brothers EncountersCelestial TrailerDisc 3 - The Web of Death: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dubbed DTS-HD Master AudioAudio Commentary by Film Critic Ian Jane (Rock! Shock! Pop! Website)Audio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog)Original Theatrical TrailerCelestial TrailerDisc 4 - The Vengeful Beauty: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle TranslationAudio Commentary with David West, Critic and Author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction to the Martial Arts FilmDark Times: An Interview with Actress Susan ShawOriginal Theatrical TrailerCelestial TrailerDisc 5 - Death Duel: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle TranslationAudio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at EasternKicksActing Before Directing: An Interview with Actor/Director Derek YeeA Touch of Romance: An Interview with Actress Candice YuOriginal Theatrical TrailerCelestial TrailerDisc 6 - Life Gamble: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle TranslationAudio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic At easternKicksCelestial TrailerDisc 7 - Soul of the Sword: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle TranslationAudio Commentary with James Mudge, Veteran Hong Kong Film Critic at EasternKicksThe Soul of the Grindhouse: Author and Critic Rick Meyers Details How Hong Kong Action Cinema CameTo Become a Western PhenomenonOriginal Theatrical TrailerCelestial TrailerDisc 8 - The Deadly Breaking Sword: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dubbed DTS-HD Master AudioAudio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog)An Unbreakable Legacy: Author and Academic Victor Fan Looks Back at the Venomous Violence and Success of the Shaw Brothers Action FormulaOriginal Theatrical TrailerCelestial TrailerDisc 9 - Clan of the White Lotus: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dubbed DTS-HD Master AudioAudio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at EasternKicksAudio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog)White Terror: Film Critic and Author David West Looks Back at the Chaotic Career of Action-Director Lo LiehOriginal Theatrical TrailerCelestial TrailerDisc 10 - Shaolin Abbott: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dubbed DTS-HD Master AudioAudio Commentary by James Mudge, Hong Kong Film Critic at EasternKicksCelestial TrailerDisc 11 - Shaolin Rescuers: Audio: Mandarin Mono DTS-HD Master Audio with New Subtitle Translation, English Dubbed DTS-HD Master AudioAudio Commentary with Film Historian Brian Bankston (Cool Ass Cinema Blog)To the Rescue!: Shaw Brothers Actor Yang Hsiung Talks About His Career In FilmCelestial Trailer