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Shaolin vs. Lama
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Shaolin vs. Lama

1983-01-01 · 90 min · ★ 7.1

Action · Drama

A kung fu fanatic, Yu Ting (Alexander Lo Rei), searching for the ultimate master, saves a young Shaolin monk, Hsu Shi (William Yen), from a group of mobsters and sees it as a golden opportunity to enrich his kung fu skills. He persuades the young novice monk to smuggle him into Shaolin, but Ting's presence isn't welcome and he is driven out, but remains close to the temple, keeping in touch with Hsu Shi. When Ting rescues a girl from the clutches of the Flying Eagle gang, the Golden Wheel Lama and sworn enemy of Shaolin finds the perfect excuse to lead an assault on the Temple. Realizing Ting's devotion, the abbot decides to bring Ting into the Shaolin order and teach him the deadliest techniques to prepare him for the Lama's merciless fury.

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Directors
Lee Tso-Nam
Production companies
Tin Ping Film Company
Countries
Taiwan
Status
Released

Top Cast

Alexander Lo ReiAlexander Lo ReiSun Yi Ting
Chen ShanChen ShanGolden Wheel Lama
Wang Chi-ShengWang Chi-ShengMr. Tso
Sun Jung-ChiSun Jung-ChiGrandmaster that eats meat
William Yen Ming-ChangHsu Shan / Hsu Erh
Chang Chi-PingHead Abbot
Lee Wai-Wangirl on the run
Yang HsiungYang Hsiung

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