Lin Chen-Chi

Taiwanese actress and former Shaw Brothers ingenue celebrated for her defining role in Tsui Hark's landmark Hong Kong thriller.

What do we know about Lin Chen-Chi?

Here are the key biographical details about Lin Chen-Chi:

  • Name: Lin Chen-Chi
  • Also Known As: Chen Chi Lin, Lam Jan-Kei, Lam Chun Chi, Lam Ging-Kei, Lin Ching-Chi
  • Date of Birth: December 1, 1955
  • Place of Birth: Taiwan, China
  • Gender: Female
  • Job Title: Actor

Who is Lin Chen-Chi?

Lin Chen-Chi was one of Hong Kong Cinema's leading ingenues of the 1970's. Born in Taiwan in 1955, she worked as a photographic model and made a few films in Taiwan before being brought to Hong Kong by Shaw Brothers in 1974. She made an average of two or three films a year during her Shaw Brothers years, beginning with Cohabitation and ending with Haunted Tales. But it was after leaving Shaw Brothers that she delivered her most memorable performance, in Tsui Hark's controversial "Dangerous Encounters - 1st Kind". Lin retired soon afterwards.

What is Lin Chen-Chi known for?

Lin Chen-Chi is a Taiwanese actress recognized for a string of notable Hong Kong productions. Her key credits include:

  • Dangerous Encounters of the First Kind (1980, Movie)
  • The Battle Wizard (1977, Movie)
  • Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold (1975, Movie)
  • Soul of the Sword (1978, Movie)
  • The Spiritual Boxer (1975, Movie)
  • Life Gamble (1978, Movie)
  • Haunted Tales (1980, Movie)
  • The Brave Archer 2 (1978, Movie)
  • The Taxi Driver (1975, Movie)
  • Heaven and Hell (1980, Movie)

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