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The 36th Chamber of Shaolin | 
 enlarge | Director: Lau Kar Leung
Actors: Gordon Liu, Lo Lieh
Studio: Dragon Dynasty
Category: DVD
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Rating:  98 reviews
Sales Rank: 3172
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Subtitled, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: Chinese (Original Language), English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: WEID79962D
UPC: 796019799621
EAN: 0796019799621
ASIN: B000MM0LEG
Theatrical Release Date: June 1979
Release Date: June 19, 2007
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Product Description
Studio: Genius Products Inc Release Date: 02/05/2008 Run time: 115 minutes Rating: R
Amazon.com
A pure old-school martial arts movie, beloved by aficionados, that also appeals to nonfans simply as a rousing action film. The often-imitated fact-based plot (see The Karate Kid) centers upon the rigorous training process undergone in the mid-19th century by the anti-Manchu Chinese patriot San Te (Gordon Liu). It's depicted as a grueling voyage into the unknown. Cast out of his home village when he stands up to the cruel warlord (Lo Lieh) who slaughtered his parents, the refugee seeks out the martial monks of the Shaolin Temple, who steer him through a torturous series of "chambers"--horrendous ordeals designed to build strength and agility--before he's even allowed to study boxing or swordfighting. Finally he defeats a rival by inventing a brand-new weapon, the three-section chain-linked staff. But innovation can be carried only so far; when San Te suggests opening a "36th chamber" in the temple that would teach Shaolin techniques to the populace at large (so that they can fight the nasty Manchus) he is drummed out of the corps. Naturally he returns to his home village, slaughters the baddies, and prepares to open China's first public Shaolin-style kung fu school. Many of the pupils San Te recruits in the final reel became legendary martial artists in their own right, the "Fathers of the Church" of the Chinese kung fu tradition. This is strong action entertainment with real historical resonance. --David Chute
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 Awesome December 24, 2008
aryde
This is the epitome of a classic kung fu train to avenge movie. Never will there be another in this class.
 the 36th chamber of shaolin December 16, 2008
Ryan Crawbuck (dulles, va usa)
an all around great movie... but, it has two names: the 36th chamber of shaolin and the master killer. not knowing this i bought both together and found out the hard way. it made a good gift.
A true classic December 1, 2008
danimal
One of my favs in my broad collection of KF flics.
Shows the growing and developing character through his hard work and determination to achieve his revenge. A+A+A+
Classic Shoalin Fighting September 17, 2008
Barry Kottler (Massachusetts)
The "36th Chamber of Shaolin" stars Gordon Liu as young man wanting to avenge the death of his family. As a small boy he is granted acceptance to a Shaolin Monastery where in record time he learns the necessary skills of a Shaolin master. He is shown working through many of the chambers to achieve perfection. However, before he can become a master of one of the chambers, he is challenged to a duel by another Master monk Lee Hoi San. Liu chooses the staff against Lee Hoi San's twin sabers. During his training he discovers and the Shaolin weapon and fighting style for the 3 part staff.
However, after his successful battle against Lee, he is thrown out of the monastery in disgrace for wanting to teach Shaolin kung fu to ordinary people. Now living among those ordinary people, he must fight for them as the new government continues to oppress them.
Amazing fighting sequences and good plot line make this the best Shaolin martial arts films I have ever seen.
Satisfied customer September 6, 2008
Lady T (Florida)
This movie was well written, directed and acted. The action was good,the plot and the story line were very entertaining. I would HIGHLY recommend this movie to others. A must add to your collection!
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