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Shaolin

Original title: Xin Shaolin si
  • 2011
  • R
  • 2h 11m
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
21K
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Jackie Chan, Andy Lau, Nicholas Tse, and Bingbing Fan in Shaolin (2011)
The monks of the Shaolin Temple take in a young warlord whose family was wiped out in an act of betrayal. As he embraces the monk's lifestyle and practices, he and his protectors must face off against the ruthless General Hou.
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MandarinMartial ArtsActionDrama

After ambushing and killing his rival, losing everything in the process, dispirited warlord Hou Jie turns to a Shaolin monastery seeking salvation.After ambushing and killing his rival, losing everything in the process, dispirited warlord Hou Jie turns to a Shaolin monastery seeking salvation.After ambushing and killing his rival, losing everything in the process, dispirited warlord Hou Jie turns to a Shaolin monastery seeking salvation.

  • Director
    • Benny Chan
  • Writers
    • Alan Yuen
    • Chi Kwong Cheung
    • Quiyu Wang
  • Stars
    • Shaoqun Yu
    • Zhiui Chen
    • Xing Yu
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • IMDb RATING
    6.8/10
    21K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Benny Chan
    • Writers
      • Alan Yuen
      • Chi Kwong Cheung
      • Quiyu Wang
    • Stars
      • Shaoqun Yu
      • Zhiui Chen
      • Xing Yu
    • 52User reviews
    • 61Critic reviews
    • 53Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 nominations total

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    Photos91

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    Top Cast99+

    Shaoqun Yu
    Shaoqun Yu
    • Chinghai
    Zhiui Chen
    • Huo Lung
    Xing Yu
    Xing Yu
    • Chingkung
    Jing Wu
    Jing Wu
    • Chingneng
    • (as Jacky Wu)
    Nicholas Tse
    Nicholas Tse
    • Tsao Man
    Hai Yu
    • Abbot
    Andy Lau
    Andy Lau
    • Hou Chieh…
    Bingbing Fan
    Bingbing Fan
    • Madam Hou
    Shimadu Runa
    • Nan
    Xiaohong Shi
    • Sung Hu
    Karl Eiselen
    • Peter
    • (as Karl Robert Eislen)
    Alexander Mukhanov
    • Roddick
    Tianshuo Shi
    • Officer Shi
    Qilong Li
    • Huo's Officer
    Youming Jin
    • Hou's Butler
    Bai Yu
    • Nanny
    Bing Bai
    Bing Bai
    • Singer
    Jingke Liang
    Jingke Liang
    • Sung's Wife
    • Director
      • Benny Chan
    • Writers
      • Alan Yuen
      • Chi Kwong Cheung
      • Quiyu Wang
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    Related interests

    Jonathan Chang in Yi Yi (2000)
    Mandarin
    Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon (1973)
    Martial Arts
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    Drama

    Storyline

    Did you know

    • Trivia
      To avoid having to shave his head, Jackie Chan wears a cap throughout the picture.
    • Quotes
      • Abbot: A piece of gold or pile of mud, which is more useful?
      • Cook: The gold, of course.
      • Abbot: But to a seed? Never underestimate yourself. Everyone has a purpose.
    • Alternate versions
      The UK release was cut, cuts were required to remove scenes of animal cruelty, in this case horses being tripped and made to fall dangerously, in order to obtain a 15 classification. Cuts made in accordance with BBFC Guidelines and policy. An uncut classification was not available.
    • Connections
      Featured in I guerrieri del dragone (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      Wu (Enlightenment)
      Music by Zhao Qin
      Lyrics by Andy Lau
      Performed by Andy Lau
      Vocal & Lyrics: Andy Lau
      Composer: Q. luv
      Arrangement: Adam Lee, Setry, Jacky Chan
      Producer: Perston Lee, Jacky Chan
      Production: EASTASIA MUSIC (HOLDINGS) LTD

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    FAQ1

    • What are the differences between the British BBFC 15 Version and the Uncensored Version?

    Details

    • Release date
      • January 27, 2011 (Hong Kong)
    • Countries of origin
      • Hong Kong
      • China
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • MovieScore Media (Sweden)
      • Official site (Hong Kong)
    • Languages
      • Mandarin
      • Cantonese
    • Also known as
      • Tân Thiếu Lâm Tự
    • Filming locations
      • Zhejiang, China(Temple)
    • Production companies
      • Emperor Classic Films
      • China Film Group Corporation (CFGC)
      • Huayi Brothers Media
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

    • Budget
      • $29,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $66,099
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $19,132
      • Sep 11, 2011
    • Gross worldwide
      • $42,982,973
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

    • Runtime
      • 2h 11m(131 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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