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Release Year1979
Runtime—
LanguageEN
CertificationNR
GenresAction, Comedy
Votes2
DirectorHan-hsiang Yu
WritersHan-hsiang Yu
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.5 out of 10
Cast5 credited
Also Known AsTai Chi Shadow Boxing
About Tai Chi Shadow Boxing
A pair of brothers befriend an old drunk, who turns out to be an expert in the esoteric form of Kung Fu.
Directed by Han-hsiang Yu, Tai Chi Shadow Boxing leans on a strong ensemble — Jackie Chen, Te-kang Hao, Chin Kang — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about action titles of 1979.
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