Shaolin Prince

Shaolin Prince

Year: 1982

Runtime: 100 mins

Language: Cantonese

ComedyAction

Separated at birth, two royal brothers are raised in opposite worlds—one under the Prime Minister’s guidance, the other by three eccentric Shaolin monks who teach him kung‑fu. After 23 years of training, they reunite, combine their martial skills, and battle the tyrannical ninth prince who seized the throne.

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Timeline & Setting – Shaolin Prince (1982)

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Time period

Set in a wuxia-inspired historical era of ancient China, the plot blends dynastic politics with legendary martial arts. The era features royal intrigue, secret manuals, and sacred martial arts traditions that define power and honor. The events hinge on lineage, loyalty, and battles that are both physical and symbolic.

Location

Shaolin Temple, Prime Minister's Residence, Imperial Palace

The story unfolds across the Shaolin Temple and the corridors of power surrounding the imperial court. The temple is a sanctuary of discipline where Tao Hing learns the Yijin Jing, while the palace and the Prime Minister's residence are centers of political intrigue and royal scheming. The locations shift between peaceful monastery life, tense hallways, and the perilous journeys of the brothers as they unravel the conspiracy.

🏯 Shaolin Temple 🏛 Imperial Palace 🗺️ Ancient China

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Main Characters – Shaolin Prince (1982)

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Iron Fingers

The 9th Prince's alias, a ruthless schemer who aims to seize the throne through murder and manipulation. He moves the plot by orchestrating tests and attacks to keep rivals guessing. His plans start to unravel as the brothers' identities come closer to the surface.

👑 Villain 🗡️ Assassin 🧭 Schemer

Fire General

A deadly assassin serving the 9th Prince, known for ruthless fire-based tactics. He operates as part of the Prince's covert army, matching Shaolin defenders with ferocity and cunning. His presence heightens the sense of imminent danger around Tao Hing and Wong Szu Tai.

🔥 Villain 🗡️ Assassin 🧭 Operative

Water General

Another assassin aligned with the Prince, using water-inspired techniques to outmaneuver opponents. He complements Fire General with stealth and strategic strikes. Together they form a formidable duo that tests the protagonists' resolve.

💧 Villain 🗡️ Assassin 🧭 Operative

Dao Kong

A traitorous monk who secretly serves the 9th Prince while posing as a spiritual guide. He initiates and escalates conflicts, including an exorcism that goes awry, revealing the temple's corruption. He becomes a direct obstacle to Tao Hing's path and Wong Szu Tai's journey.

🗡️ Villain 🧭 Traitor 🧘 Monk

Emperor

The puppet emperor who appears benevolent but is manipulated by the 9th Prince. His innocence underscores the tragedy of political manipulation, driving the protagonists to uncover the truth. His presence marks the moral stakes of the throne struggle.

👑 Puppet 🗡️ Target 🛡️ Innocent

Prime Minister Wang

The Prime Minister who oversees the realm and alternates between protection and political maneuvering. He is a key figure in the power dynamics around Wong Szu Tai and the Emperor, creating a tense backdrop for the brothers' quest. His choices influence whether justice or treachery prevails.

🏛️ Politician 🧭 Strategist 🗺️ Power broker

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Major Themes – Shaolin Prince (1982)

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🤝 Family & Lineage

The film centers on unknown brothers who are separated at birth and raised in different worlds. It explores how blood ties, duty, and destiny shape choices and loyalties. Reconciliation emerges only as revealed truths reshape the protagonists' paths.

👑 Power & Conspiracy

A royal prince plots to seize the throne by manipulating emperors and puppet rulers. The narrative exposes corruption within the court and the moral cost of political ambition. Characters must navigate double games, betrayals, and the risk of civil war.

🕊️ Redemption & Morality

Tao Hing faces moral tests as he confronts the Emperor's manipulation and his own sense of justice. The story questions whether ends justify means, especially when compassionate acts clash with wartime loyalties. Characters evolve through difficult choices and acts of mercy.

🥋 Martial Arts & Tradition

The Yijin Jing and the 18 Buddhas tests anchor the protagonists' growth and the Shaolin code. The film contrasts disciplined training with treacherous politics, showing how skill can be used for protection or manipulation. Martial heritage provides a language to resolve conflicts and reveal truth.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 12:58

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