Shaolin Temple 2: Kids From Shaolin [DVD]

Director: Chang Hsin Yen
Starring: Jet Li, Yu Hai, Chen Zhiwei, Li Lihua

Synopsis:

Shaolin Temple 2: Kids from Shaolin (1984) is the sequel to the highly successful Shaolin Temple (1982) film, again starring Jet Li. In this film, Jet Li reprises his role as the young martial artist Cheng, who returns to the Shaolin Temple after surviving his first series of challenges in the original film. This time, he faces an even greater struggle as a group of orphaned children, trained by the Shaolin monks, must defend their temple and village against external threats.

The film shifts focus slightly, with a heavier emphasis on the next generation of Shaolin warriors—kids who are trained in the ways of kung fu at a young age. The storyline involves the children being thrust into action when a band of corrupt officials attempts to destroy the temple and its way of life. The children, using their martial arts skills and bravery, are forced to step up and fight for their survival, with Jet Li’s character serving as their mentor and protector.

Shaolin Temple 2 retains the stunning fight choreography and martial arts action that made the first film so popular. It features incredible training sequences, dramatic action scenes, and a strong emphasis on discipline and the philosophies of the Shaolin Temple.

While the film continues the narrative of the first movie, Shaolin Temple 2 focuses more on the themes of youth, courage, and the passing down of Shaolin teachings to the next generation. It also highlights the bond between the young fighters and their elder mentor, played by Jet Li.