First entry in a two-part, silent-era martial arts film based on an event in Qing Dynasty history where General Ma Xinji was assassinated by his former friend Zhang Wenxiang. The same story was subsequently retold in numerous films including Chang Cheh’s BLOOD BROTHERS (1973) and THE WARLORDS (2007). Produced by the Mingxing Film Company and directed by Zhang Shichuan. Starring Hudie, Xiao Ying and Wang Mengshi.
AKA: A Hero’s Revenge, A Revengeful Man – Part 1, Da xia fu chou ji shang ji, Daxia fuchou ji, 大侠复仇记上集
