The Tigress of Shaolin (1979)

Name: The Tigress of Shaolin
Genre: Action, Comedy
Released: 1979
Duration: 92 min
Rating: 5.3
Cast: Kara Wai Ying-Hung, Lau Ga-Yung, Sham Chin-Bo, Huang Ha, Tong Kam-Tong

1h 32m Hong Kong

Action Comedy

Plot

Hui Ying-hung shines in this energetic kung-fu comedy, showcasing her talents under the direction of Chang Cheh and alongside Liu Chia-yung, the nephew of renowned filmmaker Liu Chia-liang. When Liu falls prey to drug traffickers, Hui leaps into action, rescuing him with her unique blend of skill and flair. Her unconventional family adds to the chaos; her godfather is a hilariously inebriated master, while her leprous godmother practices the bizarre Leprosy Boxing technique. With its blend of action and humor, the film delivers a memorable ride through the world of martial arts.

Cast

Kara Wai Ying-Hung Lau Ga-Yung Sham Chin-Bo Huang Ha Tong Kam-Tong Lam Fai-Wong Chan Dik-Hak Wong Ching-Ho Lee Chun-Wa Lun Ga-Chun Keung Hon Chiang Cheng Jui-Yi Liu Shum Lo David Lam Wai