Overview

When scholar Wei Fung is forcibly hired by the Manchu Emperor to infiltrate a clan of rebellious Ming Loyalists, his mission goes adrift when he falls in love with the clan's leader's granddaughter. Wei Fung must choose between his new love and his family, who will be put to death if he doesn't return to the palace successfully.

Cast

David Chiang Da-Wei, Lily Li, Lau Kar-Wing, Cecilia Wong, Norman Tsui Siu-Keung, Wai Wang, Wilson Tong Wai-Shing, John Cheung Ng-Long

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What is "Shaolin Mantis" about?

When scholar Wei Fung is forcibly hired by the Manchu Emperor to infiltrate a clan of rebellious Ming Loyalists, his mission goes adrift when he falls in love with the clan's leader's granddaughter. Wei Fung must choose between his new love and his family, who will be put to death if he doesn't return to the palace successfully.

When was "Shaolin Mantis" released?

Shaolin Mantis was released in 1978.

Who stars in "Shaolin Mantis"?

The cast includes David Chiang Da-Wei, Lily Li, Lau Kar-Wing, Cecilia Wong.

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