Tanny Tien-Ni, born in Shanghai in 1948, made her mark in the world of cult cinema with her role in Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold (1975). After transitioning from beauty pageants to acting, she became a prominent figure in the Shaw Brothers studio, where her unique sex appeal was recognized. Tien-Ni's performances in erotic films during the 1970s, particularly under the direction of Li Han-Hsiang, solidified her status in the genre. Her contributions continue to resonate within the realm of exploitation cinema.
Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold
When her life-long friends and fellow Federal agents Matthew and Melvin Johnson disappear while on an undercover mission in Hong Kong, Cleopatra Jones goes to find them. Working with detective Mi Ling, Cleopatra learns that their disappearance is connected to the fear-inspiring casino owner known as The Dragon Lady, who runs most of the drug trade in the area. Their investigation ultimately leads Cleopatra and Mi Ling into a spectacular confrontation with The Dragon Lady in her casino.
