Executioners from Shaolin [DVD]

Original Title: Shaolin Zhen Zhen (少林正宗)
Director: Lau Kar-leung
Starring: Gordon Liu, Wang Lai, Lau Kar-leung, Chia Ling

Synopsis:

Executioners from Shaolin is a 1977 Shaw Brothers martial arts classic directed by Lau Kar-leung, one of the studio's most revered directors and martial arts choreographers. The film is set during the Qing dynasty and revolves around the struggle between the Shaolin monks and the oppressive Qing forces.

The story centers on a young man named Hung Hei-kwun (Gordon Liu), who seeks revenge for the brutal killing of his master by a Qing officer. Hung is taken in by the Shaolin Temple, where he trains in the famous martial arts of the Shaolin monks. As he grows stronger, he learns of a new, deadly threat: the Qing soldiers are targeting the temple, and only the expertise of Shaolin kung fu can defend it.

The film is notable for its portrayal of traditional Chinese martial arts and the emphasis on Shaolin's history and philosophy. With intense fight choreography and a focus on the legendary Shaolin techniques, Executioners from Shaolin became an influential work in the martial arts genre.

Key Features of the DVD Release:

• Format: Widescreen or remastered versions (depending on the release)
• Audio Options: Original Mandarin audio with English subtitles; some versions may offer English dubbing
• Special Features (Varies by Edition):
  • Remastered video and audio (on select releases)
  • Theatrical trailer
  • Interviews or commentary by experts on martial arts cinema (depending on the distributor)
  • Behind-the-scenes or making-of content