The Husker has a heart of gold although he is full of tricks. When he is a trainee at Shaolin Temple, he cuts so many corners and devises so many labor-saving ploys that he earns the open wrath and secret admiration of his holy elders. Monk Shan, the famous kung fu master, never lets his buddhist association stand in the way of wining, whoring and the partaking of dog meat. His student Niu Ching-Liang is in trouble as Niu's sister is raped by the Manchu and has committed suicide. The monk tells Niu to bide for time. (Joy Sales)
Review
Having starred and appeared in countless films by the time 1977 rolled around, Sammo Hung Kam Bo had yet to make his (inevitable?) transition to directorial duties. It’s true that up until this point, his skilful action direction had made its mark across dozens of films, yet his true invention and artistry was so far un-revealed. Having worked under many directors himself, could the opera school graduate and action star bring something new to...