New legend of shaolin
You're referring to the 1980 Hong Kong martial arts film "New Legend of Shaolin"!
"New Legend of Shaolin" is a classic film directed by Chang Cheh, starring Ti Lung, Alexander Fu Sheng, and Lily Li. The movie is a sequel to the 1977 film "The Shaolin Temple" and is part of the "Shaolin Cycle" series.
The story takes place during the Qing dynasty and follows the adventures of a young monk named San Te (played by Ti Lung), who is sent to Shaolin Temple to learn the ways of kung fu. San Te becomes embroiled in a battle between the Shaolin monks and the evil Manchu forces, led by the ruthless General Tien Ta (played by Alexander Fu Sheng).
The film features impressive martial arts sequences, stunning fight choreography, and a memorable soundtrack. It's considered one of the best films in the Shaolin Cycle series and is still widely enjoyed today by fans of Hong Kong cinema.
Some interesting facts about "New Legend of Shaolin":
- The film was shot on location in Taiwan and features many of the same locations as the original "Shaolin Temple" film.
- The movie's storyline is loosely based on the classic Chinese novel "The Water Margin", which was also adapted into a famous Hong Kong film series in the 1970s.
- "New Legend of Shaolin" was a commercial success and helped to cement the reputation of Ti Lung as one of the greatest martial arts stars of all time.
- The film's soundtrack, composed by Wang Fu-ling, features a memorable theme song that has become synonymous with the Shaolin Cycle series.
Overall, "New Legend of Shaolin" is a must-see for fans of Hong Kong cinema, martial arts, and classic action films.