Did you know that there are more than 180 styles of martial arts practiced around the world and that includes karate, judo and other similar forms? Many experts trained in Chinese martial arts generally agree that one of the oldest forms of this practice and the most difficult to master is the Hung Gar style which can be traced back to the 17^th century. That is also the time period featured in Shao Lin sans hi liu fang (English title: The 36^th Chamber of Shaolin aka Master Killer aka Shaolin Master Killer, 1978). The film, directed by former actor Chia-Liang Liu (aka Lau Kar-Leung), is considered one of the cornerstones of Hong Kong martial arts cinema and it showcases the fluid movements and balletic grace of the Hung Gar style as practiced by its star, Chia-Hui Liu aka Gordon Liu.