Shaolin Mantis(1978)
Now that he learned the secret... he was ready to kill!
Synopsis
When scholar Wei Fung is forcibly hired by the Manchu Emperor to infiltrate a clan of rebellious Ming Loyalists, his mission goes adrift when he falls in love with the clan's leader's granddaughter. Wei Fung must choose between his new love and his family, who will be put to death if he doesn't return to the palace successfully.
Directed by Lau Kar-leung
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Cast
David Chiang Da-Wei
Wai Fung
Lily Li
Gi Gi's Mother
Lau Kar-Wing
Master Tien, Gi Gi's Grandfather
Cecilia Wong
Tien Gi-Gi
Norman Tsui Siu-Keung
Bao Tung, Gi Gi's 4th Uncle
Wai Wang
Emperor Ping Xi
Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
Bao Jiang, Gi Gi's 3rd Uncle
John Cheung Ng-Long
Tien Chung, One of Gi Gi's Uncles
Lee Hoi-Sang
Mongolian Fighter
Gordon Liu
Shaolin Fighting Monk
Ching Miao
Wai Jing Yuan, Wai Fung's Father
Teresa Ha Ping
Gi Gi's 1st Aunt
Wong Ching-Ho
Teacher Wong
Lun Ga-Chun
Little Fatty, Gi Gi's Servant
Peter Chan Lung
Guard (uncredited)
Chan Ming-Wai
(extra) (uncredited)
Cheung Chok-Chow
Townsfolk (uncredited)
Johnny Cheung Wa
Guard (uncredited)
Shaolin Mantis — frequently asked questions
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When did Shaolin Mantis come out?+
Shaolin Mantis was released in 1978.
How long is Shaolin Mantis?+
Shaolin Mantis runs for 100 minutes (1 hour and 40 minutes).
Who directed Shaolin Mantis?+
Shaolin Mantis was directed by Lau Kar-leung.
Who stars in Shaolin Mantis?+
Shaolin Mantis stars David Chiang Da-Wei, Lily Li, Lau Kar-Wing, Cecilia Wong and Norman Tsui Siu-Keung.
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