Seven faces, one master of disguise, zero patience for corrupt cops.
With the cast list, you would almost expect this to be another Chang Cheh film. Two of Chang's proteges, David Chiang and Chen Kuan-tai go head-to-head in The Imposter which sees cinematographer Pao Hsueh-li back in the director's chair. Chiang plays Ko Liang, as master of disguise who puts his seven faces to good use when he goes to the aid of two young guardsmen Tseng Yung (Danny Lee) and Tseng Kan (Wang Chung) who have been framed by Captain Lo (Chen Kuan-tai) for murder.
Acting
David Chiang's seven-role shape-shifting showcase
Cinematography
Chang Cheh's shadow looms large in every frame
Stunts
Old-school fight choreography, zero wire work
Director
Pao Hsueh-Li
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Pao Hsueh-li was Chang Cheh's longtime cinematographer; this was his directorial attempt to step out of the master's shadow.
The 'seven faces' conceit tapped into Chinese opera tradition where actors specialize in rapid identity shifts — Chiang was essentially doing Peking opera without the makeup.
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