The 36th Chamber of Shaolin Chia-Liang Liu [videorecording]=

By:

Chia-Liang Liu

Material type: Text

TextLanguage: Cantonese, Mandrin, and English Summary language: English Original language: ENG Subtitle language: English, and Spanish Publication details: China and USA Shaw Brothers StudioDescription: 1 videodisc (ca. x 119 min.) sound, color. 4 3/4 inLOC classification:

PN1997 .C436 1978 BR

Summary: ""The 36th Chamber of Shaolin," directed by Lau Kar-leung and released in 1978, tells the story of Liu Yu-de (played by Gordon Liu), a young man who seeks revenge against the oppressive Manchu government after witnessing their atrocities against his people. Liu Yu-de seeks refuge and martial arts training at the Shaolin Temple, where he undergoes a transformative journey through 35 chambers of rigorous martial arts training. Each chamber challenges him physically and mentally, shaping him into a skilled and disciplined fighter. The film's core themes of perseverance, justice, and self-discovery are exemplified as Liu Yu-de progresses towards mastery in the legendary 36th chamber. Emerging as a beacon of hope, Liu Yu-de uses his newfound skills to confront the oppressors and fight for his people's freedom. "The 36th Chamber of Shaolin" is celebrated for its authentic portrayal of martial arts training, intricate choreography, and Gordon Liu's charismatic performance, solidifying its place as a landmark in martial arts cinema history. Through Liu Yu-de's journey, the film delivers profound messages about resilience, empowerment, and the pursuit of righteousness in the face of adversity."

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Holdings
Cover image	Item type	Current library	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode
	CD/DVD-ROM	SILC Learning Support Services DH132-DVD-A: DVD Cabinet A	PN1997 .C436 1978 BR	Checked out	05/12/2025	004059

Includes:
-Music Video for Wu-Tang Clan's "Gravel Pit".
-Interview with Gordon Liu.
-"Shaolin: A Hero Birthplace".
-Feature commentary by RZA of Wu-Tang Clan and Film Critic Andy Klein.
-Interviews with RZA of Wu-Tang Clan and Film Critic Andy Klein.
-Posters and Stills Gallery.
-Original Theatrical Trailer.
-Commentator Biographies.

""The 36th Chamber of Shaolin," directed by Lau Kar-leung and released in 1978, tells the story of Liu Yu-de (played by Gordon Liu), a young man who seeks revenge against the oppressive Manchu government after witnessing their atrocities against his people. Liu Yu-de seeks refuge and martial arts training at the Shaolin Temple, where he undergoes a transformative journey through 35 chambers of rigorous martial arts training. Each chamber challenges him physically and mentally, shaping him into a skilled and disciplined fighter. The film's core themes of perseverance, justice, and self-discovery are exemplified as Liu Yu-de progresses towards mastery in the legendary 36th chamber. Emerging as a beacon of hope, Liu Yu-de uses his newfound skills to confront the oppressors and fight for his people's freedom. "The 36th Chamber of Shaolin" is celebrated for its authentic portrayal of martial arts training, intricate choreography, and Gordon Liu's charismatic performance, solidifying its place as a landmark in martial arts cinema history. Through Liu Yu-de's journey, the film delivers profound messages about resilience, empowerment, and the pursuit of righteousness in the face of adversity."

Blu-Ray video; Dolby Digital; 1080p; widescreen.

Movie Audio Language: Cantonese, Mandarin and English
Movie Subtitle Language: English and Espanol

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