Snake in the Monkey's Shadow
猴形扣手
Synopsis
When a poor young fishmonger is assaulted following a late delivery to a wealthy family, he attempts to join a drunken boxing school to learn self defense and befriends a monkey style kung fu artist, only to find that the family has employed two snake style kung fu experts as assassins.
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Snake In The Monkeys Shadow - Rare Original Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-11-03
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John Cheung Ng-Long
Liang
Hau Chiu-Sing
Teacher Ho
Tong Tin-Hei
Master Yan
Charlie Chan Yiu-Lam
Hsia Sa
Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
Snake Style Assassin
Pomson Shi
Koo Ting Sang
Cheng Kang-Yeh
Yan #2
Wan Fat
Yan #1
Ho Kei-Cheong
Student
San Sin
Student
Leung Hung
Nam Wai
King Lee King-Chu
Yan Thug
Chan Ming-Wai
Yan Thug
Cheung Chok-Chow
Hoh Wan
Tsang Choh-Lam
Ah Mo
To Wing-Leung
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1980
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cheung Sum
- Screenplay & Story
- Cheung Sum, Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
- Original Score
- Stanley Chow Fook-Leung
- Original Title
- 猴形扣手
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Goldig Films (H.K.) Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cheung Sum
Cheung Sum, Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
Stanley Chow Fook-Leung
Faan Chuen-Lam
Fan Kung-Wing
Alex Gouw
Department Leadership Roster
Cheung Sum
Director
Cheung Sum
Writer
Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
Writer
Alex Gouw
Producer
Faan Chuen-Lam
Director of Photography
Fan Kung-Wing
Editor
Hsin Shen
Stunt Coordinator
Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Snake in the Monkey's Shadow
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What is Snake in the Monkey's Shadow about?
When a poor young fishmonger is assaulted following a late delivery to a wealthy family, he attempts to join a drunken boxing school to learn self defense and befriends a monkey style kung fu artist, only to find that the family has employed two snake style kung fu experts as assassins.
Who directed Snake in the Monkey's Shadow?
Snake in the Monkey's Shadow was directed by Cheung Sum.
Who stars in Snake in the Monkey's Shadow?
The principal cast of Snake in the Monkey's Shadow includes John Cheung Ng-Long, Hau Chiu-Sing, Tong Tin-Hei, Charlie Chan Yiu-Lam, Wilson Tong Wai-Shing.
When was Snake in the Monkey's Shadow released and how long is it?
Snake in the Monkey's Shadow was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Snake in the Monkey's Shadow?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Snake in the Monkey's Shadow was composed by Stanley Chow Fook-Leung.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Snake in the Monkey's Shadow?
Snake in the Monkey's Shadow holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).