There are some exceptions to this, of course, one of which beingFive Shaolin Masters.

The 1974 movie succeeds in one area that many of its kind failed.

Another example of this isShaolin Avengers.

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Kuan-Chun Chi, Sheng Fu, and Hung Wei stand outside with desperate expressions on their faces.

Five Shaolin Masters, released in 1974, follows the journey of five survivors from the decimated Shaolin Temple as they unite to create secret codes for identifying fellow rebels. They endeavor to evade Qing forces while uncovering a traitor’s identity, aligning with Shaolin patriots disguised as bandits to rescue their captured comrade.

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Five Shaolin Masters