Tag Archives: Cheung Pooi Saan

Queen’s Ransom, A | aka International Assassin (1976) Review

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Jeff Bona
"A Queen's Ransom" Chinese Theatrical Poster

Director: Ding Sin Saai Producer: Raymond Chow Cast: Jimmy Wang Yu, Angela Mao, George Lazenby, Ko Chun Hsiung, Tien Ni, Charles Heung, Cheung Pooi Saan, Dean Shek, Bolo Yeung, Peter Chan, Cheung Ging Boh, Chu Tiet Wo, Han Ying Chieh, Hon Yee Sang Running Time: 93 min. By Jeff Bona Three years after the passing of Bruce Lee, Hong Kong’s Golden Harvest Studios was still running around like a headless chicken in … Continue reading →

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Asia-Pol | aka Asiapol Secret Service (1967) Review

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Matthew Le-feuvre

AKA: Asiapol Director: Ma Chi Ho Writer: Gan Yamazaki Producer: Kenzo Asada, Run Run Shaw Cast: Jimmy Wang Yu, Ryoriko Asaoka, Wong Hap, Cheung Pooi Saan, Yuen Sam, Jo Shishido, Takashina Kaku, Chan Sing, Gam Tin Chue Running Time: 97 min. By Matthew Le-feuvre When Sean Connery announced of his unexpected departure from the James Bond franchise in early ’67, and that You Only Live Twice would be his final … Continue reading →

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One-Armed Swordsman, The (1967) Review

Posted on June 12, 2011 by JJ Hatfield
"The One-Armed Swordsman" Chinese Theatrical Poster

Director: Chang Cheh Producer: Runme Shaw Cast: Jimmy Wang Yu, Pan Yingzi, Chiao Chiao, Wong Chung Shun, Tin Fung, Guk Fung, Liu Chia Liang, Yeung Chi Hing, Chen Yan Yan, Fan Mei Sheng, Wong Kwong Yue, Tong Gaai, Gai Yuen, Cliff Lok, Yen Shi-Kwan Running Time: 110 min. By JJ Hatfield When I first saw this film I was certain it would be bad. Absolutely terrible. I have seen enough … Continue reading →

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King Eagle (1970) Review

Posted on January 26, 2011 by JJ Bona

Director: Chang Cheh Cast: Li Ching, Ti Lung, Cheng Miu (Ching Miao), Cheung Pooi Saan (Chang Pei-Shan), Cheng Lui (Cheng Lei), Bruce Tong (Yim Chaan), Chan Sing, Wong Chung, Tung Li, Hung Lau, Cliff Lok, Lee Sau Kei, Wong Kwong Yue, Yuen Wo Ping, Yuen Cheung Yan, Yuen Shun-Yi, Yen Shi Kwan Running Time: 80 min. By Mighty Peking Man Ti Lung plays a loner swordsman named Jin Fei (aka … Continue reading →

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Merry Wife, The (1971) Review

Posted on January 21, 2011 by JJ Bona

Director: Gam Chue Yung (Chin Chu-Yung) Producer: Shaw Brothers Cast: Li Ching, Ling Yun, Ling Ling Running Time: 84 min. By Mighty Peking Man I can almost guarantee that any guy who sits through “The Merry Wife” will think Li Ching is one of most adorable actresses in the world. Not only is she the epitome of cuteness, but her on-screen charm and bubbly personality makes her a must have … Continue reading →

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Lady Professional, The (1971) Review

Posted on January 21, 2011 by JJ Bona
"The Lady Professional" Theatrical Poster

Director: Kuei Chih-Hung, Matsuo Akinori Cast: Lily Ho Li Li, Cheung Pooi Saan, Cheng Miu, Wong Chung Shun, Chan Shen, Lee Sau Kei, Bolo Yeung Tze, Gai Yuen, Shikamura Yasuyoshi, Cheung Ging Boh, Joe Cheung Tung Cho, Gam Gwan, Gam Tin Chue, Hung Ling Ling, Lee Ho, Tsang Choh Lam, Yee Kwan Running Time: 80 min. By Joe909 Celestial’s choice of Shaw Brothers films to remaster for DVD release has … Continue reading →

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