Kid from Kwangtung is a Hong Kong martial arts movie directed by Hsu Hsia and released in 1982. The film stars Wang Yu, one of Hong Kong cinema's most popular action stars of the 1970s, as a young thief named Tiger who gets caught trying to steal from the legendary martial arts master Jen Shih-kuan. Instead of punishing Tiger, Jen takes him under his wing and trains him in kung-fu.
Meanwhile, a violent and ruthless gang leader named Huang Cheng-li is causing chaos in the town and challenging anyone who dares to oppose him. Jen and Tiger find themselves caught in the middle of Huang's power struggle and must use their skills to protect their community and defeat their enemies.
Kid from Kwangtung features some of the most exciting and well-choreographed fight scenes of the era, with Hsu Hsia assembling a team of top-notch kung-fu designers to create the action. The film also showcases Wang Yu's charismatic screen presence and physical prowess, as well as Jen Shih-kuan's impressive martial arts skills. Overall, Kid from Kwangtung is a thrilling and highly entertaining addition to the golden era of Hong Kong kung-fu cinema.
