Shaolin Mantis (1978) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

1978 · 100 mins · Chinese

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Directed by

Lau Kar-Leung

Starring

Johnny Cheung Wa, Gordon Liu Chia-Hui, Norman Tsui Siu-Keung, Lau Kar-Wing, Teresa Ha Ping, Lee Hoi-Sang

Having mastered the secret technique, Wei Fung is prepared to strike. The Manchu emperor coerces the scholar into infiltrating a rebellious Ming‑loyalist clan, but his plans unravel when he falls for the leader’s granddaughter. He must decide between his newfound love and his family, who face execution if he fails to return to the palace.