Shaolin Mantis US Version Shaw Brothers Blu-ray 88 Films Deadly Lau Kar Leung

Another absolute must for collectors of classic Shaw Brothers movies!

Introducing 88 Films' Blu-ray (USA version) for Lau Kar Leung's 1979 Shaw Brothers classic, Shaolin Mantis (aka Deadly Mantis).

When scholar Wei Fung (David Chiang) is hired by the Emperor to infiltrate a clan of rebellious Ming loyalists, his mission goes adrift when he falls in love the clan leader's granddaughter and his plans are discovered.

From legendary director and star Lau Kar Leung (The Spiritual Boxer, The 36th Chamber of Shaolin), Shaolin Mantis is another superlative entry from the never ending showcase of 70s martial arts productions.

Limited Edition Features:

• Limited Edition Slipcase with brand-new artwork from R.P. “Kung Fu Bob” O’Brien
• 4 collectible art cards
• Double-sided fold out poster

Features:

• 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 with Asian cinema experts Frank Djeng
• Complicated Families - David West on Shaolin Mantis
• Uncle Tien Chung – An interview with John Cheung
• Audio commentary with Asian cinema experts Mike Leeder and Arne Venema
• Hong Kong Trailer
• U.S. Trailer

Technical Specs:

• Region Code: AB
• Audio: LPCM Mono
• Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
• Runtime: 100
• Language: Mandarin/English
• Subtitles: English