Born in Hong Kong, Ti Lung emerged as a prominent figure in the 1970s martial arts film scene, particularly through his work with Shaw Brothers Studio. He is best known for his roles in The Duel (1971), where he delivers a compelling performance as a skilled swordsman, and Shatter (1974), a film that blends action with espionage. With a career that spans decades, Ti Lung's contributions to the genre have solidified his status as a key player in the evolution of cult cinema, particularly in the realm of Hong Kong action films.
Shatter
Shatter, an international contract killer, has been assigned to assassinate the President of a small African country and collect his fee from a bank in the Far East. On arrival in Hong Kong his life is threatened and when the bank denies all knowledge of payment arrangements, he realises he has been drawn into a dangerous game where there are no rules. Amongst the players are the Mafia and several foreign intelligence services and the stakes being played for are deadly.