Dragon Swamp is a 1969 Shaw Brothers film directed by Lo Wei and stars Cheng Pei-Pe and Lo Lieh. Dragon Swamp was recently released on Blu-ray from Shout Factory as part of their Shaw Brothers Classic Collection Volume 1.
“Dragon Swamp” features the talented Cheng Pei-Pei in dual roles, delivering an impressive performance. Lo Lieh portrays a cunning thief who has stolen the coveted ‘Jade Dragon Sword,’ while Yueh Hua appears as ‘the Roaming Knight’ in this thrilling martial arts epic. The film was skillfully directed by the renowned Lo Wei, who also has a small part as a martial artist monk.
The storyline and fighting choreography of “Dragon Swamp” hold up relatively well, offering an engaging experience for martial arts enthusiasts. While some effects may appear dated, such as rear projection techniques, the film remains visually stunning, immersing viewers in a captivating world.
Ku Feng appears in a small role towards the end of the movie, adding to the star-studded cast of Dragon Swamp.