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The Way of the Dragon is a Hongkongais film of genre Martial arts directed by Bruce Lee released in USA on 7 august 1974 with Nora Miao
The Way of the Dragon (1972)
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Add to a movie listThe Way of the Dragon (Chinese: 猛龍過江, released in the United States as Return of the Dragon) is a 1972 Hong Kong martial arts action comedy film written, produced and directed by Bruce Lee, who also stars in the lead role. This was Bruce Lee's only completed directorial effort. The film co-stars Nora Miao, Chuck Norris, Robert Wall and Hwang In-Shik. The film was released in Hong Kong on 30 December 1972.
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In Rome, Chen Ching-hua and her uncle Wang experience trouble with their restaurant from a mob boss who wants their property. When Chen refuses to sell, the mob boss sends gangsters to scare away customers. Appealing to an uncle in Hong Kong, Chen receives help in the form of Tang Lung, a martial artist. Disappointed, Chen asks how he can help her, but Tang confidently assures her that he is capable. At the restaurant, Tang learns that the staff have begun to learn karate, much to the annoyance of Quen, an employee who favors Chinese martial arts. Tang tells Quen that he should be open-minded and incorporate any moves that work. Before Tang can demonstrate his style to them, customers arrive, and the staff change clothes.Actors
Nora Miao
(Chen Ching Hua)
Bruce Lee
(Tang Lung)
Chuck Norris
(Colt)
Paul Wei Ping-Ao
(Ho)
Robert Wall
(Fred)
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