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Bookmark this pageThe Chinese Connection (1971)
Director: Chang Cheh
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From Time Out Film Guide
A film from the Shaw Brothers' reliable action unit of director Chang Cheh (obviously relieved to be away from costume heroics) and acting duo Ti Lung and David Chiang, that turns out to be one of the funniest and most invigorating of their output: a spoofy foray into the gangster-controlled world of Thai boxing (it was partly shot in Bangkok), mock heroism, and a sub-Pimpernel search for a missing brother. Good use is made of locations, the ringside boxing sequences, and some well-handled street fighting.Author: VG
Cast & crew
Director: Chang Cheh
Producer: Runme Shaw
Cast: David Chiang, Ti Lung, Li Ching, Liu Lan-ying, Ku Feng full cast
Genre(s): Action/Adventure
Duration: 86 mins
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