Chan Shen
Chan Shen, born in 1940, was a Taiwanese actor who made a significant mark in Hong Kong cinema during the 1970s. He is best remembered for his portrayals of gangsters and villains, particularly in films like Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold (1975) and Five Element Ninjas (1982). His work at Shaw Brothers Studio showcases his ability to embody complex characters in action-packed narratives, contributing to the cult appeal of these films. With a prolific career that spanned over a decade, Chan Shen remains a notable figure in the realm of exploitation cinema.
The Bamboo House of Dolls
The Bamboo House Of Dolls Hong Kong exploitation doesn't get more legendary than The Bamboo House of Dolls, a notorious grindhouse flick with more sex, nudity, and brutal sadism than any fan could possibly want and/or need! The Japanese have invaded China, and are rounding up all the women into a camp, where they are required to wear fetching blue uniforms with short skirts and frequently visible panties. The evil officers are also into making the inmates their sex slaves, a pastime that isn't confined to just the male officers! The female security head also enjoys a little playtime with the prisoners, and has a particular fondness for willowy white girls. A mixed band of prisoners decides they want out, and are after a hidden cache of gold for Chinese rebels. They conspire to escape, and even get the help of a translator (Shaw Brothers favorite Law Lit) who's supposed to be working for the Japanese. A lurid mix of catfights, shower scenes, and over-the-top action sequences, The Bamboo House of Dolls is a surefire winner for fans of "Women in Prison" films, as well as curious cinemaphiles who just want to see what the fuss is all about!
