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A Touch of Zen

1970 Film Synopsis & Plot Summary

7.6/10

Rating

180 min

Runtime

1970

Release Year

King Hu

Director

Cast

Hsu Feng, Shih Chun, Pai Ying, Tien Peng, Roy Chiao

Quick Synopsis

Gu Sheng-zhai, an artist in his early 30s, still lives with his mother, but he is suddenly shaken by the arrival of Yang Hui-zhen, a mysterious princess on the run. Yang brings Gu into her circle of protectors, including a nameless monk whose spiritual guidance transforms him into a valiant fighter.

Full Plot Summary of A Touch of Zen

Gu Sheng-zhai, an artist in his early 30s, still lives with his mother, but he is suddenly shaken by the arrival of Yang Hui-zhen, a mysterious princess on the run. Yang brings Gu into her circle of protectors, including a nameless monk whose spiritual guidance transforms him into a valiant fighter.

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