Disciples of the 36th Chamber

Disciples of the 36th Chamber

1985 · 93 min · ★ 6.3 · Action, Comedy

Monk San Te tries to support and protect Shaolin and her Fang Shih-yu who purposely attacks corrupt Ching officials.

Directed by Lau Kar-leung · Written by Lau Kar-leung

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