Kien Shih was an American actor known for his roles in “Enter the Dragon,” “Rivals of Kung Fu,” and “Na Zha nao dong hai.” He was born on January 1, 1913, in Shígang Village, Panyu, Guangdong, China, and passed away on June 3, 2009, in Hong Kong, China.
Personal and Family Life
Kien Shih, originally named Wing-Cheung Shek, began his film career in 1939 as a makeup artist in Hong Kong. He was skilled in Northern Shaolin Kung Fu and appeared in many films, especially in the original “Wong Fei Hung” series from 1949 to 1970. Although he had a significant career, he did not speak English, and his dialogue was often dubbed by the Chinese-American actor, Keye Luke.
Death and Legacy
Kien Shih died on June 3, 2009, due to kidney failure in Hong Kong. His contributions to the film industry are remembered, particularly for his extensive work in martial arts cinema. Shih is celebrated not only for his acting but also for his skills in kung fu, influencing many aspiring martial artists and actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 最佳拍檔之千里救差婆 | 1986-07-24 | Interpol Ice Hockey Team Coach |
| Enter the Dragon | 1973-08-17 | Han |
| 英雄本色3：夕阳之歌 | 1989-10-20 | Michael’s Father |
| 半斤八兩 | 1976-12-16 | Head of Gang of Robbers |
| 鬼流星 | 1971-08-11 | Sifu |
| 黃飛鴻鞭風滅燭 | 1949-10-08 | Grey Hair Fu |
| 如來神掌 | 1982-08-20 | Foot Monster |
| 怒劍狂刀 | 1970-05-28 | Zhang Qi-Feng |
| 流氓大亨 | 1986-05-12 | |
| 朦胧的记忆 | 1987-09-05 |