Shih Kien

Biography

Shih Kien (Chinese: 石堅, 1 January 1913 – 3 June 2009), also known as Shek Wing-cheung, Sek Gin, or Shek Kin, was a Hong Kong–based Chinese actor and martial artist. He was born on January 1, 1913 in Shigang, Guangzhou, China and died on June 3, 2009 in Hong Kong. Sek Kin began his career in the film industry in 1939 as a make-up artist. He made his acting debut in 1940 with the film "Flower in a Sea of Blood". In the 1950s and 1960s, he became well-known for his roles as villains in kung fu films. He appeared in many popular films of this era, including the "Wong Fei Hung" series, the "Fong Sai Yuk" series, and "Buddha's Palm". In 1973, Sek Kin starred opposite Bruce Lee in the film "Enter the Dragon". He played the role of Han, the main villain of the film. Sek Kin's performance in "Enter the Dragon" was critically acclaimed and he is considered to be one of the greatest villains in kung fu cinema. In the 1970s and 1980s, Sek Kin continued to act in both films and television series. He also began to work as a production manager on films. In 1996, he was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Hong Kong Film Critics' Association. In 2003, he was given the Professional Achievement Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Sek Kin died on June 3, 2009 at the age of 96. He was a highly respected actor who made a significant contribution to the Hong Kong film industry. He is remembered for his iconic roles as villains in kung fu films and for his groundbreaking work in the early days of Hong Kong cinema.

Filmografi

Enter the Dragon1973 · HanThe Young Master1980 · Chief Sheriff Sang KwanBruce Lee, the Legend1984 · SelfA Better Tomorrow III: Love and Death in Saigon1989 · Michael's FatherMillionaires' Express1986 · Master SekThe Golden Hairpin Part 11963 · Magic Crystal1986 · Sergeant Shih中原奇俠1966 · 陰陽怪叟The All-powerful Flute: Part 11965 · 成家立室1969 · 風火鬼頭刀1957 · How Wong Fei-Hung Defeated the Tiger on the Opera Stage1959 · Aces Go Places IV: You Never Die Twice1986 · Interpol Ice Hockey Team CoachWong Fei-hung: The Whip That Smacks the Candle1949 · Grey Hair FuThe Haunting Shadow1962 · The Private Eyes1976 · Head of Gang of RobbersHuang Feihong: The Invincible Lion Dancer1968 · 代代平安1953 · Wong Fei-Hung Burn the Tyrant's Lair1949 · Wong Fei Hung's Battle with the Gorilla1960 · The Blonde Hair Monster1962 · Cheung Yan Lai黃飛鴻擂台爭霸戰1960 · 楊飛虎Wong Fei-Hung Tries His Shadowless Kick1954 · 1941 Hong Kong on Fire1994 ·