The Fearless Young Boxer

The Fearless Young Boxer

Year: 1979

Runtime: 90 mins

Language: Chinese

Director: Jimmy Shaw

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While on a fishing trip, Shao Lung watches his father slain by the ruthless Wu Pa Feng. Shaken, he seeks refuge with his uncle’s troupe of travelling kung‑fu acrobats, where he trains intensively, mastering martial arts and acrobatic techniques. Determined, Lung prepares to exact his long‑awaited revenge.

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1

Li Tien Yen gifts Shao Lung the gold plate

Li Tien Yen passes a gold plate to his son Shao Lung before the fateful duel. The plate becomes a coveted talisman that Wo Pa Feng believes will grant him power. Shao Lung does not yet grasp the full significance of the talisman, but it will drive much of the story.

2

Wo Pa Feng kills Li Tien Yen; Shao Lung witnesses

In a brutal duel, Wo Pa Feng defeats Li Tien Yen and kills him. Shao Lung watches from the bushes as his father dies, the gold plate slipping away with Li’s last breath. The loss drives Shao Lung toward revenge and signals the start of his arduous path.

3

Shao Lung joins Xiao Lung’s traveling kung-fu show

Grief-stricken, Shao Lung joins his uncle Xiao Lung’s traveling kung-fu troupe. He begins formal training to channel his anger and master new techniques, aided by his cousin Xiao Ling. The training is punctuated by montages that build his fighting skill and discipline.

4

Shao Lung exposes Wo Pa Feng during a performance

During a show, Shao Lung spots Wo Pa Feng among the audience and throws a sword toward him. Wo Pa Feng pretends it was an accident and returns the weapon, while the crowd reacts with shock at Shao Lung’s audacious act. Shao Lung then publicly reveals that the killer is Wo Pa Feng, deepening the feud.

Traveling show venue
5

Uncle Lu Yun Hai warns Shao Lung against revenge

Lu Yun Hai, Shao Lung’s uncle, cautions that he’s not ready for revenge and urges patience. He stresses that acting impulsively could ruin them all and may give Wo Pa Feng the upper hand. The warning plants a tension between impulsive passion and cautious strategy.

6

New town, new show; Shao Lung intervenes against stalker

Shao Lung, his two uncles, and Xiao Ling settle in a new town for another show. A boastful man who claims descent from warriors harasses Xiao Ling, and Shao Lung steps in to defend her. After a brisk confrontation, Shao Lung defeats the man and his accomplice, drawing unwanted attention from Wo Pa Feng’s gang.

New town
7

Gold plate stolen by Stumpy during a street altercation

In a separate clash, Stumpy, a beggar who steals Shao Lung’s gold plate, disappears into the crowd. A long pursuit follows, weaving through a wedding caravan until the plate is lost again. The loss raises the stakes as the talisman’s power falls into dangerous hands.

8

Shao Lung is kicked out and seeks training with the old monk

Shao Lung’s continued fighting and the trouble around the plate lead his uncle to eject him from the show. He seeks refuge with an old monk who becomes his mentor. The monk trains him in deeper kung-fu, preparing him for coming confrontations with Wo Pa Feng.

9

Wo Pa Feng and Shao Lung spar; garden invitation

While Shao Lung trains, Wo Pa Feng encounters him and the two share a friendly spar in a garden. Wo Pa Feng then tells Shao Lung to meet him in the garden if he happens to encounter Li Tien Yen’s son, hinting at a future confrontation. The encounter underscores Wo Pa Feng’s confidence and guile.

Garden
10

Stumpy is found with the gold plate; chased and killed

Stumpy is discovered by the monk to be carrying a gold plate. The monk scolds him and orders him to return it to Shao Lung. Wo Pa Feng later catches up with Stumpy and kills him as he tries to escape, removing a key link in the chain of possession.

11

Xiao Lung confronts the Magistrate; traitor exposed

Lu Yun Hai travels toward Wo Pa Feng to confront him but ends up facing the Magistrate in an inn. The Magistrate brands Lu Yun Hai a traitor and declares he has the right to kill him. After defeating the Magistrate, Lu Yun Hai reveals his identity to Wo Pa Feng, demanding Shao Lung’s safety as a condition for joining, setting the stage for a final clash.

Inn
12

Xiao Lung is killed by Wo Pa Feng

The long-awaited confrontation culminates with Wo Pa Feng overpowering Lu Yun Hai, killing him in the encounter. The loss removes a key ally and raises the stakes for Shao Lung’s vengeance. Shao Lung and Xiao Ling must push forward without the elder’s guidance.

13

Old monk counsels patience and strategic revenge

The old monk advises Shao Lung and Xiao Ling not to rush revenge and to rely on intelligence rather than brute force. He warns that one-on-one, they are no match for Wo Pa Feng and urges a tactical plan. This wisdom becomes the foundation for their final strategy.

Monastery training hall
14

Shao Lung and Xiao Ling set a trap in an old warehouse

Shao Lung and Xiao Ling lure Wo Pa Feng to an old warehouse where they set a trap. They prepare their ambush to corner him and turn his arrogance against him. The final plan hinges on teamwork, timing, and Shao Lung’s evolving mastery.

Old warehouse
15

Final battle showcases Casanova Wong’s legendary kicks

The climactic warehouse duel unfolds with rapid, spectacular kicks and flawless choreography. Wo Pa Feng faces Shao Lung and Xiao Ling in a decisive confrontation that demonstrates Shao Lung’s growth and brings the revenge arc toward its conclusion. The sequence culminates in a spectacular display of martial prowess by Casanova Wong.

Old warehouse

Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 11:19

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