The 36th Chamber of Shaolin(1978)
He who struggles initially, might succeed eventually, and even finally.
The anti-Ching patriots, under the guidance of Ho Kuang-han, have secretly set up their base in Canton, disguised as school masters. During a brutal Manchu attack, Lui manages to escape, and devotes himself to learning the martial arts in order to seek revenge.
Movie: The 36th Chamber of Shaolin
Top 10 Billed Cast
Liu Yu-de / Monk San Ta
General Tien Ta
Lord Cheng
Lord Tang San-yao
Liu Yu-de's Classmate
Lin Zhen
General Yin
Teacher Ho
Yien Pin, Teacher Ho's Assistant
Liu Yu-de's Father
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