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1978•100 min•Action, Drama

Shaolin Mantis

Is Shaolin Mantis a Hit or Flop?

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Is Shaolin Mantis worth watching? With a rating of 6.5/10, this Action, Drama film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Shaolin Mantis Synopsis

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.

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Top Cast

David Chiang Da-Wei
David Chiang Da-WeiWai Fung
Lily Li
Lily LiGi Gi's Mother
Lau Kar-Wing
Lau Kar-WingMaster Tien, Gi Gi's Grandfather
Cecilia Wong
Cecilia WongTien Gi-Gi
Norman Tsui Siu-Keung
Norman Tsui Siu-KeungBao Tung, Gi Gi's 4th Uncle
Wai Wang
Wai WangEmperor Ping Xi
Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
Wilson Tong Wai-ShingBao Jiang, Gi Gi's 3rd Uncle
John Cheung Ng-Long
John Cheung Ng-LongTien Chung, One of Gi Gi's Uncles
Lee Hoi-Sang
Lee Hoi-SangMongolian Fighter
Gordon Liu Chia-Hui
Gordon Liu Chia-HuiShaolin Fighting Monk

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shaolin Mantis worth watching?

Shaolin Mantis has received mixed reviews with a 6.5/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Action, Drama movies.

Is Shaolin Mantis hit or flop?

Shaolin Mantis has received average ratings (6.5/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is Shaolin Mantis?

Shaolin Mantis is a Action, Drama movie that 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...

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Critic Reviews

giant13Aug 10, 2022
★ 8

As others have complained, the first half can be boring just because it's mostly plot; however, once you get to 45 minutes in, expect an hour straight of kick-ass, blistering choreography. Don't blink! I was leaning towards a 7/10, but the action is just good enough that I bumped it up. Get that 88 Films blu-ray while it's available!