Disciples of Shaolin (1975) - December 14, 2021

[MifuneFan]

88 Films will be releasing the Shaw Brothers film Disciples of Shaolin (1975) on December 14th.

Another Kung Fu vehicle from the infamous Shaw Brothers Studio, Disciples of Shaolin AKA Hong quan xiao zi, delivers a typically power-packed Hong Kong tale of enemy gangs and super cool fight scenes. When shaolin disciple Kuan Fung Yi (Sheng Fu) takes a job at a textile factory he soon becomes embroiled in a bitter and violent clash with the rival Manchu clan who run a neighbouring mill. As well delivering some impressive martial arts set pieces, Disciples of Shaolin also provides a political punch, underlining the abuse of workers and the corruption of cruel bosses. Fast, fierce and thought provoking, this is a must for collectors of extreme Asian cinema.

Bonus Materials

• High Definition (1080p) Presentation in 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio
• 2.0 DTS-HD MA English Soundtrack
• 2.0 DTS-HD MA Mandarin Soundtrack with newly translated English Subtitles
• Audio Commentary by Critic and Author Samm Deighan
• Audio Commentary by Mike Leeder and Arne Venema
• Interview with Shaw Bros Actor and Acclaimed Director Jamie Luk
• Theatrical Trailer
• Includes First Run Slipcase, Booklet and Poster

Disciples Of Shaolin (1975) Shaw Brothers **Official Trailer** 洪拳å°�å*� - YouTube

[MifuneFan]

Target pre-order up for $21.99

https://www.target.com/p/disciples-o...43#lnk=sametab

[therealjondoe]

Originally Posted by MifuneFan

Target pre-order up for $21.99

https://www.target.com/p/disciples-o...43#lnk=sametab

I dont see The Chinese Boxer on their site

[MifuneFan]

A sneak peak at the slipcase for Disciples in person courtesy of 88 Films

[human_machinery]

I already own a blu from TVP. Any word on how this stacks up?

[reason108]

Originally Posted by human_machinery

I already own a blu from TVP. Any word on how this stacks up?

It's probably going to be roughly the same PQ. If this was a new transfer then 88 would be using that as a selling point. Otherwise, you get the extras that they are advertising.

[MifuneFan]

Audio should be an improvement since the TVP release was a lossy track, and 88 will be lossless. 88 also offers the English dub, which some prefer for these SB films. Plus improved subtitles, and nice extras.

[Drunksnake]

Haven't see the TVP release, but I'm sure this release is going to look and sound better than it ever has.

[Drunksnake]

Received my copy yesterday. It looks stunning!

[mmarczi]

Is the DiabolikDVD listing incorrect in failing to advertise it as a limited edition? According to 88's site, at least the UK release also includes:

LIMITED EDITION Slipcase with brand-new artwork from R.P. “Kung Fu Bob” O’Brien
Double-Sided A3 Foldout Poster
Extensive Booklet Notes ‘The Visceral Martial Arts Cinema of Chang Cheh’ by Matthew Edwards, ‘International Bright Young Thing A look back on The Disciples of Shaolin and its charismatic star Alexander Fu Sheng’ by Andrew Graves and An article By Kung Fu Bob!

Most of Diabolik's 88 USA listings say nothing about limited first runs. I'm not familiar with the label, and I know they're just branching out to the US, so I don't really know what exactly is their norm.

[reason108]

Received my copy a few days ago. I went with the US version to not only save money (as shipping is through the roof these days) but to also to (hopefully) keep 88 interested in continuing to release their titles here when they can.

[MifuneFan]

Got this for my bday, and figured I'd post a few pics of the set. The fold-out reversible poster is nice, and the booklet has some great artwork from Kung Fu Bob as well. This was a blind-buy, so I'm looking forward to watching it, and picking up other Shaw Brothers titles from 88 Films.

[reaperx187]

That's a nice looking BD set from 88 Films and the PQ look's pretty solid based off those stills though.

[bergman864]

Site review is up.

Reviewer Jeffrey Kauffman is curious how this ended up with 88 Films based on Arrow's release of Shawscope Vol. 1. Maybe he doesn't know about 88 Films' history of Shaw Bros. UK releases.

[Mushi Minion]

I'm listening to the Samm Deighan's commentary. She's informative, but I want to make her put a dollar in a jar every time she says, "I mentioned earlier."

[Dave_Zero1]

Originally Posted by Mushi Minion

I'm listening to the Samm Deighan's commentary. She's informative, but I want to make her put a dollar in a jar every time she says, "I mentioned earlier."

She also did a very insightful commentary on Vinegar Syndrome's release of Ebola Syndrome.

[Brown Jenkin]

Darn! Missed out on the 1st run (physical) extras getting this from Target.

[MifuneFan]

Originally Posted by Brown Jenkin

Darn! Missed out on the 1st run extras getting this from Target.

Huh? Do you mean slip and/or booklet? Or have they dropped extras from the disc?

[Brown Jenkin]

Originally Posted by MifuneFan

Huh? Do you mean slip and/or booklet? Or have they dropped extras from the disc?

No slip, poster or booklet.

[AnimalCMan]

Originally Posted by Brown Jenkin

No slip, poster or booklet.

I just got this from Amazon and it still had the slipcover, booklet, and poster.

In addition to this, I have to say, I’m glad I got lucky, the booklet was fantastic, despite the first essay having quite a few grammatical errors, it was a good read as were the other interviews and essays, it was a thicker book than I expected too.

Also loved this movie, I was surprised it doesn’t have a higher rating as I found it Fu Sheng’s best movie where he is the lead. I ended up picking this up literally off the back of enjoying the remake in the Shawscope boxset, but I definitely thought this was superior. I liked it felt unique among Chang Cheh’s filmography and even inspired the turn to black and white during the Crazy 88 battle in Kill Bill.