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The Crippled Masters (1979)
Revenge against all odds.
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"The Crippled Masters" has become a cult classic, grindhouse era, martial arts film released in 1979 under the original title of, "Tiān cán dì quē." It would later be released in the United States in 1982. Directed by Joe Law, the film tells the story of two martial artists (one without arms and the other without legs) who overcome physical disabilities to become skilled fighters. The two masters then seek revenge on their old master who disabled both of the men. The two protagonists in this film are played by Jackie Conn and Frankie Shum, two genuinely handicapped martial artists. This restoration debuted on Turner Classic Movies for their "Disability in the Movies" programming in July of 2023. This print was sourced from the collection of author and film curator, Jack Stevenson in Copenhagen, Denmark, where is what scanned into 2K before extensive restoration was done.
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The Crippled Masters
"Two crippled brothers, one indestructible force. Revenge against all odds."
Director: Joe Law
Starring: Li Chung Keng, Chen Mu Chuan, Frank Shum, Jack Con and Ho Chiu
1979 | HD | 91 minutes
"The Crippled Masters" is a classic martial arts film released in 1979 under the original title of, "Tiān cán dì quē." It would later be released in the United States in 1982. Directed by Joe Law, the film tells the story of two martial artists who overcome physical disabilities to become skilled fighters.
The plot revolves around two men, one who has lost both arms and the other who has lost both legs, as they seek revenge against the villainous master who crippled them. Throughout the film, they undergo rigorous training, mastering their unique fighting styles. As both men hone their skills, they encounter various challenges and adversaries, including other martial artists and the master's henchmen. Along the way, they form a deep bond and develop innovative techniques that capitalize on their strengths and compensate for their weaknesses.
Known for its inventive fight scenes, which showcase the protagonists' resourcefulness and determination despite their physical limitations, this film highlights that with perseverance and skill any obstacle can be overcome. The film was well received and led to two sequels.
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