Shaolin Prince

Name: Shaolin Prince
Director: Tong Kai
Genre: Action, Comedy
Released: 1982-01-01
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Ti Lung, Derek Yee, Jason Pai Piao, Ku Feng, Chan Shen

1982Dir. Tong Kai1h 40m

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Runtime1h 40m

Released1982

DirectorTong Kai

About This Movie

Shaolin Prince is a curious blend of action and comedy, with a lighthearted tone that dances around its more serious themes of loyalty and justice. The film's pacing keeps you engaged, with plenty of well-choreographed kung-fu sequences, and the influence of those three mad Shaolin monks adds a unique flavor. The slapstick humor juxtaposed with martial arts makes for some entertainingly odd moments. The performances of the two lead princes are charmingly inept at times, yet they grow into their roles with surprising depth. The practical effects, while not groundbreaking, certainly contribute to the film's quirky charm. It’s definitely one of those gems that showcases the playful side of 80s Hong Kong cinema.

Features a mix of martial arts and comedy.Interesting character dynamics between the princes and monks.Notable for its practical effects and choreography.