Tiger Love (1977) Director: Kuang Hui (also known as Weng King) Studio: Kam Yeung Film Company Starring: Hu Chin, Lo Lieh, Wang Ya, Stephen Tung Wei Release Date: 1977 Runtime: 92 minutes Format: Color Country: Hong Kong Language: Cantonese and Mandarin Genres: Martial Arts, Fantasy, Horror, Romance --- Summary: Tiger Love is a cult Hong Kong martial arts film that blends elements of fantasy, horror, and romance. The story follows Shi Shinlian, a woman who, after being forced to flee her home, survives a fall from a cliff and is taken in by a tiger. In a bizarre twist, her urine causes the tiger to become enchanted, leading it to protect her and later her son, Xiaochang. Raised in the wilderness, Xiaochang learns martial arts from the tiger. Upon returning to civilization, he becomes entangled in a forbidden romance with Xiaoling, the daughter of his family's rivals, leading to a series of tragic events and supernatural occurrences. --- Background: Directed and produced by Kuang Hui, Tiger Love was released in 1977 by Kam Yeung Film Company. The film is known for its unique and eccentric storyline, which combines elements of traditional martial arts films with supernatural and horror themes. Despite its low budget and unconventional narrative, the film has gained a cult following for its imaginative plot and memorable scenes. --- Trivia: * The film's plot includes a scene where a woman urinates on a tiger, leading to the tiger becoming enchanted and bound to her, a concept rooted in Chinese superstition. * The tiger in the film is depicted as a supernatural being capable of transforming into a vengeful old woman, adding a horror element to the story. * Tiger Love has been released under various titles, including "Kung Fu Zombie vs. Tigerkralle" and "Le Jeune tigre du kung fu," reflecting its international appeal and varied marketing strategies. --- Hashtags: \#TigerLove1977 #HongKongCinema #MartialArtsFilm #CultClassic #FantasyFilm #SupernaturalHorror #KuangHui #WengKing #TigerLoveMovie