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A pure old-school martial arts movie, beloved by aficionados, that also appeals to nonfans simply as a rousing action film. The often-imitated fact-based plot (see The Karate Kid) centers upon the rigorous training process undergone in the mid-19th century by the anti-Manchu Chinese patriot San Te (Gordon Liu). It's depicted as a grueling voyage into the unknown. Cast out of his home village when he stands up to the cruel warlord (Lo Lieh) who slaughtered his parents, the refugee seeks out the martial monks of the Shaolin Temple, who steer him through a torturous series of "chambers"--horrendous ordeals designed to build strength and agility--before he's even allowed to study boxing or swordfighting. Finally he defeats a rival by inventing a brand-new weapon, the three-section chain-linked staff. But innovation can be carried only so far; when San Te suggests opening a "36th chamber" in the temple that would teach Shaolin techniques to the populace at large (so that they can fight the nasty Manchus) he is drummed out of the corps. Naturally he returns to his home village, slaughters the baddies, and prepares to open China's first public Shaolin-style kung fu school. Many of the pupils San Te recruits in the final reel became legendary martial artists in their own right, the "Fathers of the Church" of the Chinese kung fu tradition. This is strong action entertainment with real historical resonance. --David Chute
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
don't buy the Canadian version, unless you're French or want a headache,
By vailsy (UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (DVD)
As usual, because this is an English/French version some compromises have been made. In this case on the audio trackAs an English speaker, I can handle the English track being in mono, while the French version is in 2.0 'surround'.. but why is the Cantonese version also in mono at the expense of a larger French soundtrack? Surely the Cantonese version should be in 2.0 (or even better presented in 2.0 'surround' and mono), and the French and English versions should both be in mono To make matters worse the Mandarin soundtrack, which I believe to be the original, has gone completely which is ridiculous It annoys me that the French soundtrack has been given preferential treatment when this is a Hong Kong movie. Maybe next time let's all compromise on video quality so there can be a special high quality French version of a HK martial arts movie?!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
Terrible sound ruins movie!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Shaolin Master Killer (DVD)
The movie's awesome but the horrible sound quality makes it hard to sit through. You can't hear any of the dialogue unless you turn up the volume real high, but then all the sound effects become deafening. Buy it because it's a classic, but know you will be disappointed.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing.........A must own............!,
By assdadaa (Santa Rosa, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Shaolin Master Killer (DVD)
Movies like this makes you appreciate the amazing talents of the martial actors of years past. People like Jackie Chan, Gordon Liu, Phil Kwok, TI Lung and many others of that time will never be seen again. Only by owning these wonderful DVD's, will we preserve there amazing talents. This is one of the best. This Work of art is more amazing than any CGI movies out today. Movies back then had heart. This movies kicks butt, one the best of all time. You cant go wrong with this DVD.
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