The Shaolin Temple (1982)
Not Rated 21 Jan 1982 • Action, Comedy, Drama • 1h 40m
The Tang emperor is betrayed by one of his generals, who installs himself as emperor in the East Capital. The son of one of his slave workers escapes to the Shaolin Temple, learns kung fu, and sets out to kill the traitor, who killed his father. The monks have to help him, and in the process, they save the true emperor, who rewards them greatly. Based on a true story from Shaolin folklore, but highly fictionalized.
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Mandarin
Awards:
1 win & 1 nomination
Country:
China, Hong Kong
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