Secret of the Shaolin Poles

Legendary Chinese rebel Fong Sai Yuk (Fei Meng) takes on the Manchu dynasty in this high-octane martial arts actioner. After killing one of the governor's thugs, Fong must not only elude authorities, but also face a deadly assassin. Discovering the governor has murdered his two kung fu brothers, Fong vows to take on the corrupt leader. The film includes a slew of awe-inspiring battles using lethal Shaolin poles.

Director: Tsai Yang-Ming

Cast: Mang Fei, Yasuaki Kurata, Dorian Tan Tao-Liang, Chang Yi, Lau Kar-Wing, Yan-yung Tso, Doris Lung Chun-Erh, Phillip Kwok Chui

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