A classic, I saw this at Times Square 42nd st. Cinema, it was a big hit that played there for a few months to a packed theater every time. One of Phillip ko's best villain performance, John Lui and Tino Wong are the heroes, Dragon Lee has a guest role in this one. This came out after the success of the real Bruce Lee movie that put Dragon Lee on the map. It has excellent kung fu, I won't spoil it, but the ending fight with the villain is worth the price of admission, stay tuned until the end. Worth the watch. Thanks for showing this Lone wolf and Cub.
you hit it on the nail.i saw this on 42nd street back in the days and this movie was one of the mainstays on 42nd street movies houses that was popular.this was the movie that 1st introduced me to John Liu.i saw this on t.v. down south in 1981 on a Saturday night show called "black belt Theater". this movie blew me away and i wanted to know more about John liu.
The music sample playing in the opening credits is Titoli di testa: la caccia (Dal Film "La resa dei conti") - Orchestras di Ennio Morricone. There seems like there was no need for Tu Wu Shen (John Liu Chung-Liang) to pose as a criminal, wanted by the authorities, in order to gain information about Wen's (Chan Lau) smuggling operation when all he had to do was just bribe one of Win's henchmen who was privy to that information. Did anyone notice that the hair of John Liu's and Phillip Ko-Fei's, who played Ma Ti, was not always in the same style or length throughout the film? This could be the result of either two unfinished films edited together, or the production of the film had stopped and then resumed. When Wen had concerns about Tang (Tino Wong Cheung) giving him any trouble, Tu states: "He must be dreaming. Well, if he is dreaming then he must be asleep and if he's asleep then I will wake him up." I like that response. There not much of a storyline here. Why is the character Ah Tien (Keo Ryong aka Dragon Lee) in this film? Fight choreography is above average.
@HRich-yx6sc ..Thank U,..Thank U.. i've long been trying to find the origin and name of the opening background music theme... I kinda figure it was off from some kinda Spagetti Western movie, but could never pin- point the exact name. ..BTW Oh yes, ,I really Luv this music theme ..!! ...Thanks for Sharing !
DRAGON ON FIRE (aka The Hero and the Dragon) is one of my all time fav kung fu martial arts films. I had this one rnarked in my top 10 all time martial arts films. It doesn't let up and has a terrific pace. It's also my very favorite Phillip Ko film. Oddly how Mar-Tai (Phillip Ko) could mimic every foe's kung fu style but yet he could not mimic John Lui phenom kick skills. Dragon Lee has a limited role and i got my big laugh kick off the boss' mad-dog role . Final battle is really something to watch and behold.- I luv the music theme at both opening/final scene - and I love the counter-style teaching session as well.. ...Thanks for Sharing
I use to go to the Cine theater on 42nd Street in the late 70s and early 80s. The 7 Grandmasters, Mad Monkey Kung Fu, Snake in the Monkey's Shadow, World of the Drunken Masters, Kung Fu Genius and 2 on a Road(Fearless Dragons). In my opinion, Mystery of Chess Boxing and Thundering Mantis were the best. No other Kung Fu flick can match the intensity of these two. Does anybody remember the KFC Chicken spot near the corner of 42nd and 7th Ave?
Ronald, I went every Friday to 3 theaters in Times Square and those were some of the greatest memories of my life! Who knows if we were probably in the same theater at the same time! Those were the good old days! 👍😊 🥋
@@LWAC71 A few years ago, the Centipede (Lu Feng) from the 5 Deadly Venoms, visited 42nd Street between 7th and 8th Ave, just looking around and taking pictures. He took the 1 Train to the Staten Island Ferry and enjoyed the sites. Keep me posted on next years event.
@@tonyrobles9070 Tony, I was there. When Mystery of Chess Boxing first came out, I heard there were riots. Do you remember Mike's Pizzeria next to the theaters? I spoke with Lou Neglia from the movie, Hard way to Die (Sun Dragon) on the phone. We talked about, Ju-Jitsu, Kick Boxing, Billy Chong and Dragon Lee. Him and Billy are sparring partners. I told him that when I get a chance, I'm coming for some lessons.
Hi Ronald, Mike's Pizzeria was AWESOME! Wow what an AMAZING experience you had! That's really great to hear! Not many can say they had an opportunity to speak to a legend! 👍
I always thought this movie never got enough credit! Definitely a fantastic film in my book! Great job with this new idea OG Ant! Can't wait to see what you upload next Tuesday Brorher! 👍😊 🥋
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A classic, I saw this at Times Square 42nd st. Cinema, it was a big hit that played there for a few months to a packed theater every time. One of Phillip ko's best villain performance, John Lui and Tino Wong are the heroes, Dragon Lee has a guest role in this one. This came out after the success of the real Bruce Lee movie that put Dragon Lee on the map. It has excellent kung fu, I won't spoil it, but the ending fight with the villain is worth the price of admission, stay tuned until the end. Worth the watch. Thanks for showing this Lone wolf and Cub.
you hit it on the nail.i saw this on 42nd street back in the days and this movie was one of the mainstays on 42nd street movies houses that was popular.this was the movie that 1st introduced me to John Liu.i saw this on t.v. down south in 1981 on a Saturday night show called "black belt Theater". this movie blew me away and i wanted to know more about John liu.
Brandford, Adam's or Paramount. 😊
3 legendary masters....what an EPIC!
Another great classic OG Ant, I love the high energy combat!
The music sample playing in the opening credits is Titoli di testa: la caccia (Dal Film "La resa dei conti") - Orchestras di Ennio Morricone. There seems like there was no need for Tu Wu Shen (John Liu Chung-Liang) to pose as a criminal, wanted by the authorities, in order to gain information about Wen's (Chan Lau) smuggling operation when all he had to do was just bribe one of Win's henchmen who was privy to that information. Did anyone notice that the hair of John Liu's and Phillip Ko-Fei's, who played Ma Ti, was not always in the same style or length throughout the film? This could be the result of either two unfinished films edited together, or the production of the film had stopped and then resumed. When Wen had concerns about Tang (Tino Wong Cheung) giving him any trouble, Tu states: "He must be dreaming. Well, if he is dreaming then he must be asleep and if he's asleep then I will wake him up." I like that response. There not much of a storyline here. Why is the character Ah Tien (Keo Ryong aka Dragon Lee) in this film? Fight choreography is above average.
@HRich-yx6sc ..Thank U,..Thank U.. i've long been trying to find the origin and name of the opening background music theme... I kinda figure it was off from some kinda Spagetti Western movie, but could never pin- point the exact name. ..BTW Oh yes, ,I really Luv this music theme ..!! ...Thanks for Sharing !
@@daguru9385I made a mistake the music sample is from (Dal Film " La resa dei conti")
So far this has been the best print i seen of this classic-ty for this!!
@@MIXPRO68 you are so welcome bro. Thank you for being here!
Best yet
This was fun OG...I love this channel!
Thanks J. Love having you here!!!!
U🎉nique fight scenes and old-school charm!
DRAGON ON FIRE (aka The Hero and the Dragon) is one of my all time fav kung fu martial arts films. I had this one rnarked in my top 10 all time martial arts films. It doesn't let up and has a terrific pace. It's also my very favorite Phillip Ko film. Oddly how Mar-Tai (Phillip Ko) could mimic every foe's kung fu style but yet he could not mimic John Lui phenom kick skills. Dragon Lee has a limited role and i got my big laugh kick off the boss' mad-dog role . Final battle is really something to watch and behold.- I luv the music theme at both opening/final scene - and I love the counter-style teaching session as well.. ...Thanks for Sharing
I use to go to the Cine theater on 42nd Street in the late 70s and early 80s. The 7 Grandmasters, Mad Monkey Kung Fu, Snake in the Monkey's Shadow, World of the Drunken Masters, Kung Fu Genius and 2 on a Road(Fearless Dragons). In my opinion, Mystery of Chess Boxing and Thundering Mantis were the best. No other Kung Fu flick can match the intensity of these two. Does anybody remember the KFC Chicken spot near the corner of 42nd and 7th Ave?
@@ronaldbadger2433 wow! Old school. We are going to the urban action showcase next year near that location next year.
Ronald, I went every Friday to 3 theaters in Times Square and those were some of the greatest memories of my life!
Who knows if we were probably in the same theater at the same time!
Those were the good old days!
👍😊 🥋
@@LWAC71 A few years ago, the Centipede (Lu Feng) from the 5 Deadly Venoms, visited 42nd Street between 7th and 8th Ave, just looking around and taking pictures. He took the 1 Train to the Staten Island Ferry and enjoyed the sites. Keep me posted on next years event.
@@tonyrobles9070 Tony, I was there. When Mystery of Chess Boxing first came out, I heard there were riots. Do you remember Mike's Pizzeria next to the theaters? I spoke with Lou Neglia from the movie, Hard way to Die (Sun Dragon) on the phone. We talked about, Ju-Jitsu, Kick Boxing, Billy Chong and Dragon Lee. Him and Billy are sparring partners. I told him that when I get a chance, I'm coming for some lessons.
Hi Ronald,
Mike's Pizzeria was AWESOME! Wow what an AMAZING experience you had! That's really great to hear! Not many can say they had an opportunity to speak to a legend! 👍
I always thought this movie never got enough credit! Definitely a fantastic film in my book!
Great job with this new idea OG Ant!
Can't wait to see what you upload next Tuesday Brorher!
👍😊 🥋
This was the start of the styles of martial art and before the five deadly venoms
I love it 🥰👏👏👏🏴
I should pay more attention to my notifications.
Indeed :)
Muhammad Ali,Bruce Lee and Mike Tyson,are the best fighters!
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Saw this at The Oriental as a kid in Chicago
@@pierremcgraw9154 hmmmm don’t remember the Oriental for Kung fu movies. McVickers absolutely, Woods theater occasionally. Gotta look that one up. 😎👊🏾
I don't look like it. I'm an old head and the Oriental also showed kung fu movies in the 80's....say word
🎉nice one kung fu film😅
You must have paid Bolo lots of money to act like that!😮😢
enter the dragon 1996