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35% Critic Match
Shaolin Grandma
“Kung Fu has a NEW master!”
3.5 / 10• 2008• 1h 12m•NR• Japanese
ActionComedy
Storyline
At the remote and hidden Shaolinji temple, Miyoko, also known as Shaolin Grandma , has practiced martial arts fighting techniques there for many years. When she is badly defeated by Ippon-ashi, her young and attractive rival, Miyoko is thrown out of the temple. Loosing her identity, Miyoko and her two Shaolinji apprentice misfits drift to an urban town.
Cast & Crew
CA
Chiyoko Asami
Miyoko / Shaolin Grandma
Lead
Nao Nagasawa
Ippon-aishi
KS
Kazuyuki Senba
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KU
Keisuke Urushizaki
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MY
Manabu Yazaki
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S
Sentarô
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Kotoe Taichi
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YD
Yasuda Dai Sâkasu
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What People Are Saying
2.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Kotaro Terauchi's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Shaolin Grandma is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
