The legendary Venom Mob never became kung fu cinema stars as individuals.
But as a group?
In 1970s Hong Kong, the film industry was driven by star power.
Think of it like the difference between the Wu-Tang Clan and the Killa Bees, if that helps.]
With his rugged masculine charm, reminiscent of his idol Charles Bronson, Kwok was a naturally charismatic lead.
However, he did not enjoy the experience and soon returned to Hong Kong and the Shaw Brothers stable.
And you really dont want to argue with Philip Kwok.
Lu Feng (born 1956) is often referred to as the villainous Venom.
Much like the characters he played, he clearly prefers keeping to the shadows… and this bond between him, Kwok and Feng was essential to the group chemistry.
Sheng portrays this in a way thats theatrical and full of flamboyant physicality.
Mengs entrance into the Venom Mob was an unusual one.
Finest Venom moment:Its gotta beFive Deadly Venomsbecause his performance as Toad is unforgettable.
In it, his special animal style means that hes invulnerable to pain.
As a result, hes perhaps the most diverse performer of the bunch.
Sun Chien owns the screen however, not just by doing his classic will he?
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