Tsai Yang-Ming

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Tsai Yang-Ming

Tsai Yang-Ming (蔡揚名; born 1939), also known as Yang Ming (陽明) and Ou-Yang Chun (歐陽俊), is a Taiwanese director, actor and producer.

Known For

The First Error StepThe First Error Step · 1980
The First Error Step
6.71980
MovieCrimeDrama
Growing up without parents, Ma Sha has always worked as a lookout in a red-light district. When he is imprisoned for manslaughter following a customer's death, he breaks out of jail but is soon caught again and sent to a correctional institution on Orchid Island. Guided by his former elementary classmate, who is now a penal officer, Ma finally repents his wild past, writing down his stories and eventually publishing them.
Shaolin Drunken MonkShaolin Drunken Monk · 1982
Shaolin Drunken Monk
5.71982
MovieAction
When a martial arts teacher is murdered by his students, his son and heir, Lao Chung (Gordon Liu), escapes but vows to exact vengeance for his father's death. After learning drunken kung fu from an old master, Chung sets out to punish the perpetrators. Eagle Han also stars in this rousing Hong Kong actioner featuring scores of spectacular fight scenes, all choreographed by the legendary Lau brothers.
Joe-GoodyJoe-Goody · 1992
Joe-Goody
10.01992
Movie
Jen, nicknamed Ah Dai, had been a rebellious child. He fled home the age of 16. A few years later, he became the driver of the leader of the Underworld, Mr. Lin. He was deeply moved by the kindness and care Mr. & Mrs. Lin showed him, grateful enough to do anything for them in return. Ah Dai observed the conflicts and struggle for privileges in the Underworld, and its strange interactions with the police.
Return of the Chinese BoxerReturn of the Chinese Boxer · 1977
Return of the Chinese Boxer
5.21977
MovieAdventureAction
In wake of the First Sino-Japanese War 1894-1895, a group of Japanese warlords calculate that the best way to prepare an invasion of the rest of China from their southern Manchuria staging ground.
New Ali BabaNew Ali Baba · 1988
New Ali Baba
7.31988
MovieFantasyAdventure
An evil wizard finds King Solomon's magic lantern, but Solomon's curse prevents him from taking it - only someone born the same month, same day and same hour as Solomon can take it. That someone is Ali Baba, a poor, kind-hearted lad who lives with his brother, Ali Mama (Eric Tsang). When Ali Baba sees the 40 thieves enter their hideout and learns the ritual needed for entrance, he steals some gold and jewels. The 40 find out and capture Ali Baba, but he is saved by the evil wizard and taken to retrieve the magic lantern. Ali Baba releases the genie...and you know the story. It all culminates in a chase, the wizard on a flying horse and Ali Baba on his flying carpet.
Freedom Strikes a BlowFreedom Strikes a Blow · 1973
Freedom Strikes a Blow
5.41973
MovieAction
A martial arts fighter, haunted by his past, takes a job as a dock worker in a small village. His vow never to fight again is tested by the cruel owner of the pier.
Woman RevengerWoman Revenger · 1981
Woman Revenger
4.01981
MovieCrimeThriller
Learning of childhood friend Meihua's death, Lingling goes to Japan to find Meihua's sister, Meifeng. Brutal gangsters demand Lingling return an item Meihua stole, and hold Meifeng hostage. Old friends help Lingling confront the gang.
The First StitchThe First Stitch · 1984
The First Stitch
1984
MovieRomanceComedy
Set in the southern port of Kaohsiung, a comedy-romance between a shy young tailor and a 'tart with a heart', both of whom have their different dreams. Based on the short story by Yang Ching-chu.

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The Prodigal BoxerThe Prodigal Boxer · 1972
The Prodigal Boxer
6.51972
MovieAction
THE PRODIGAL BOXER features Chinese folk hero Fong Sai Yuk (aka Fong Si Yu), the subject of dozens of HK kung fu films. The role is played by Meng Fei as a callow, unschooled youth and wrongfully accused murderer. Two vicious masters of the local kung fu school, seeking revenge against Fong Sai Yuk, attack his home and kill his father while Fong is away. Fong’s attempts to avenge the death of his father result in his being badly beaten. Fong trains at the hands of his martial artist mother as she puts him through rigorous training and an herbal bath that makes him invulnerable. A trail of revenge is set in motion with Fong against the two masters, played by formidable kung fu villains Yasuaki Kurata and Wang Ching. Can a year's worth of training prepare Fong Sai Yuk for his deadly confrontation with the vicious masters?

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