Snuff Bottle Connection (1977): Cast & Plot
Snuff Bottle Connection is a 1977 action film directed by Richard Tung Chin-Hu and Lily Liu, starring John Liu as Shao Ting Shang, Phil Cohen and Roy Horan. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Directors
- Richard Tung Chin-Hu and Lily Liu
- Genre
- Action
- Original language
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Chinese - Studio
- Fortuna Film Co.
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Snuff Bottle Connection About?
The premise of Snuff Bottle Connection without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Amid diplomatic talks between China and Russia, rogue operatives on each side push toward conflict. Special agent John Liu is dispatched to uncover the Russian double‑agent and his collaborator hidden deep within the ancient Forbidden City.
Snuff Bottle Connection Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- traitor
- agent
Snuff Bottle Connection Cast & Characters
John Liu leads the cast as Shao Ting Shang, with Phil Cohen as Russian Bodyguard and Roy Horan as Colonel Tolstoy. Directed by Richard Tung Chin-Hu and Lily Liu; 16 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Richard Tung Chin-Hu
- Co-director Lily Liu
- John Liu as Shao Ting Shang
- Phil Cohen as Russian Bodyguard
- Roy Horan as Colonel Tolstoy
- Yip Fei-Yang as Kao
Also Starring in Snuff Bottle Connection
· 12 more- Wong Yat-Lung Xiao Do Sze
- Yuen Biao Fighter in restaurant
- Phillip Ko Fai Corrupt magistrate
- Hwang Jang-Lee General Shantung
- Corey Yuen Kwai Ambusher w/spear
- Hsu Hsia Tao Kwan
- Yuen Shun-Yi
- Tsao Chien Chancellor Pu
- Kon Tak-Mun Butcher
- Choi Foo-Gwai waiter
- Charles Bonet
- Wong Ka-Ka Wong's daughter
More from Richard Tung Chin-Hu and Lily Liu
More films directed by Richard Tung Chin-Hu and Lily Liu: The Buddha Assassinator and Instant Kung Fu Man.
Snuff Bottle Connection Plot Summary
What happens in Snuff Bottle Connection from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the waning days of the Qing dynasty, when Russia appears to be cozying up with treacherous Manchus who plan to pass along a map of strategic points for an invasion, the Chinese government calls for a careful investigation. Chow Tien, John Liu is tasked with uncovering the conspiracy and quietly shadowing the visiting General Tolstoy, a formidable pistol expert, along with his entourage. Tolstoy’s presence isn’t just ceremonial; it signals a clandestine alliance that could threaten national borders and stability.
Full summary
The whole story of Snuff Bottle Connection, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Snuff Bottle Connection?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Which foreign power is conspiring with the treacherous Manchus to invade China?
Snuff Bottle Connection Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Eine Prise für tödliche Pfeifen” and “신퇴철선공 (1977) (神腿鐵扇功)”.
- Also known as
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- Eine Prise für tödliche Pfeifen
- 신퇴철선공 (1977) (神腿鐵扇功)
- La Conexión del Frasco de Jade
- 신퇴철선공
- 神腿铁扇功
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Snuff Bottle Connection FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Snuff Bottle Connection, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Snuff Bottle Connection?
Snuff Bottle Connection runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was Snuff Bottle Connection released?
Snuff Bottle Connection was released on September 15, 1977.
Who directed Snuff Bottle Connection?
Snuff Bottle Connection was directed by Richard Tung Chin-Hu and Lily Liu.
More films by Richard Tung Chin-Hu Who is in the cast of Snuff Bottle Connection?
Snuff Bottle Connection stars John Liu as Shao Ting Shang, Phil Cohen as Russian Bodyguard and Roy Horan as Colonel Tolstoy, among 16 credited actors.
Does Snuff Bottle Connection have a post-credit scene?
No. Snuff Bottle Connection has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Snuff Bottle Connection in?
The original language of Snuff Bottle Connection is Chinese.
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