Stranger from Canton is a 1973 martial arts film directed by Cheng Kang and starring Ling Yun as Chin, the brave young woman who joins a group of Chinese guerrillas fighting against the Japanese invasion during World War II.
The film begins with Japan's occupation of Korea and China, with the Japanese soldiers committing atrocities against the local population. Chin, a patriotic Chinese woman, is determined to fight back against the invaders. She disguises herself as a prostitute and joins a group of guerrilla fighters led by a man named Chung (played by Lo Lieh). Together, they plan to attack a Japanese army convoy and sabotage their plans to build a new airfield.
As Chin becomes more involved with the guerrilla fighters, she learns the harsh realities of war and the sacrifices that are required to achieve victory. She also develops a romantic relationship with Chung, but their love is put to the test as they fight side by side on the battlefield.
The film features several intense action sequences, with Ling Yun showcasing her martial arts skills in several fight scenes. However, Stranger from Canton also explores the human side of war, depicting the struggles faced by ordinary people caught up in the conflict. The film's themes of sacrifice and resistance against oppression resonate strongly with its audience and helped make it a classic of the martial arts genre.
