Shaolin: Wheel of Life (2001)

Shaolin: Wheel of Life (2001) poster

Have you ever done a handstand... on the tips of your index fingers? How about snapping iron bars over your head as if they were bread-sticks? You'll witness these amazing feats and much more in this astonishing London performance of China's legendary Shaolin monks. In perfecting their martial arts prowess, these devoted Buddhists have honed their physical and mental disciplines to such an uncommon degree that their movements seem almost supernaturally powerful. From the athletic contortions of a young acolyte to an older monk being hoisted aloft on the points of sharpened spears, these men and boys have conquered and crossed boundaries of control that would strike most outsiders as impossible if it weren't for their living proof. In demonstrating these and other kung fu skills, the Shaolin also enact their history as an enduring order, providing a theatrical narrative that's literally breathtaking.

Director: Nick Morris
Genre: Action, Documentary
Runtime: 76 min
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Cast

Music: Barrington Pheloung
Cinematography: Barrie Dodd
Editing: Nick Morris
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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More Films in Genre: Action, Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shaolin: Wheel of Life about?
Have you ever done a handstand... on the tips of your index fingers? How about snapping iron bars over your head as if they were bread-sticks? You'll witness these amazing feats and much more in this astonishing London performance of China's legendary Shaolin monks. In perfecting their martial arts prowess, these devoted Buddhists have honed their physical and mental disciplines to such an uncommon degree that their movements seem almost supernaturally powerful. From the athletic contortions of a young acolyte to an older monk being hoisted aloft on the points of sharpened spears, these men and boys have conquered and crossed boundaries of control that would strike most outsiders as impossible if it weren't for their living proof. In demonstrating these and other kung fu skills, the Shaolin also enact their history as an enduring order, providing a theatrical narrative that's literally breathtaking.
Who directed Shaolin: Wheel of Life?
Shaolin: Wheel of Life was directed by Nick Morris.
Who stars in Shaolin: Wheel of Life?
Shaolin: Wheel of Life stars John Hurt, Tom Yang, Cecil Cheng, Jason Ninh Cao, Wang Zhigang, Cheng Yun.
How long is Shaolin: Wheel of Life?
Shaolin: Wheel of Life has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
What genre is Shaolin: Wheel of Life?
Shaolin: Wheel of Life is a Action, Documentary film.
Where was Shaolin: Wheel of Life produced?
Shaolin: Wheel of Life was produced in United Kingdom.