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041			_aCantonese, Mandrin, and English _bEnglish _hENG _jEnglish, and Spanish
046			_k1978
050			_aPN1997 _b.C436 1978 BR
100			_aChia-Liang Liu
245			_aThe 36th Chamber of Shaolin _cChia-Liang Liu _h[videorecording]=
260			_aChina and USA _bShaw Brothers Studio
300			_a1 videodisc (ca. x 119 min.) _bsound, color. _c4 3/4 in.
500			_aIncludes: -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.
520			_a""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."
538			_aBlu-Ray video; Dolby Digital; 1080p; widescreen.
546			_aMovie Audio Language: Cantonese, Mandarin and English Movie Subtitle Language: English and Espanol
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