Shaolin Mantis
"Now that he learned the secret... he was ready to kill!"
Originally released in 1978. Shaolin Mantis is a action/drama film. directed by Lau Kar-Leung.
Starring David Chiang Da-Wei, Lily Li, and Lau Kar-Wing
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 28, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (27 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Top Cast
David Chiang Da-Wei
as Wai Fung
Lily Li
as Gi Gi's Mother
Lau Kar-Wing
as Master Tien, Gi Gi's Grandfather
Cecilia Wong
as Tien Gi-Gi
Norman Tsui Siu-Keung
as Bao Tung, Gi Gi's 4th Uncle
Wai Wang
as Emperor Ping Xi
Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
as Bao Jiang, Gi Gi's 3rd Uncle
John Cheung Ng-Long
as Tien Chung, One of Gi Gi's Uncles
Lee Hoi-Sang
as Mongolian Fighter
Gordon Liu Chia-Hui
as Shaolin Fighting Monk
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Shaw Brothers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaolin Mantis about?
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...
Who directed Shaolin Mantis?
Shaolin Mantis was directed by Lau Kar-Leung.
How long is Shaolin Mantis?
Shaolin Mantis has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Shaolin Mantis released?
Shaolin Mantis was released on June 28, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shaolin Mantis?
The main cast of Shaolin Mantis includes David Chiang Da-Wei, Lily Li, Lau Kar-Wing, Cecilia Wong, Norman Tsui Siu-Keung.