Corey Yuen, born in 1951 in Hong Kong, was a dynamic presence in the realm of cult cinema. He began his career as an actor and made notable appearances in Deaf and Mute Heroine (1971) and We're Going to Eat You (1980). His background with the Peking Opera Schools enriched his performances, bringing a unique physicality to his roles. Yuen's work in these films reflects the vibrant energy of Hong Kong's exploitation genre, showcasing his ability to blend action with the absurd.
Deaf and Mute Heroine
Chang Cheh-influenced swordplay film puts a female spin on the genre with its titular heroine. Helen Ma stars as the “can’t hear, can’t talk” swordswoman who makes off with some pearls and bloodily dispatches the many comers who futilely attempt to retrieve them from her. According to Jeff Goodhartz, THE DEAF AND MUTE HEROINE “trumps anything that King Hu or Chang Cheh were unleashing at the time.”
