La Navaja China (Spanish-language poster) – Original Mexican Release – Shaw Brothers Martial Arts Classic – Starring Wang Yu, Chiao Chiao – Directed by Chang Cheh

A striking and rare vintage Mexican poster for the martial arts action film La Navaja China, originally released in Hong Kong by the legendary Shaw Brothers studio. This Spanish-language version, distributed in Latin America in the early 1970s, features the film’s original stars and an energetic, hand-painted design typical of the era’s bold promotional art.

Starring Jimmy Wang Yu (credited as Wang Yu), one of the most iconic martial arts actors of the 1970s, alongside Chiao Chiao, Chin Ping, and Chiao Chuang. Directed by Chang Cheh, the most influential filmmaker in Hong Kong kung fu cinema and produced by Run Run Shaw.

Details about the Film:

Set in ancient China, the film follows a tale of vengeance and honor, showcasing elaborate swordplay, traditional values, and high-impact hand-to-hand combat. With colorful costumes and sweeping fight choreography, this production helped define the visual grammar of the golden age of kung fu cinema. This is a classic of the “Wuxia” subgenre, centered around warriors with supernatural combat prowess and strong moral codes.

Poster Specifications:

• Country of Origin: Mexico

• Language: Spanish (title: La Navaja China)

• Size: Approx. 27 x 37 inches (standard Mexican one-sheet)

• Printing: Lithograph on thin paper

• Folded: Yes, original fold lines present

• Back Side: Shows faint ink transfer and handwritten notes, as seen in second image

• Distributor: Likely mid-1970s release by local Latin American cinema distributor

Condition Notes:

• Very good vintage condition for age

• Folded as issued, with noticeable fold lines

• Minor corner wear and edge softening

• Light toning and small tears in borders

• Slight paper waviness and minor creasing in center fold

• Back side includes pencil writing and some staining consistent with age

This poster is a true gem for collectors of Shaw Brothers memorabilia, kung fu movie history, or Mexican exploitation-era cinema. It is a striking piece that captures both the visual flair of martial arts promotion and the vivid international distribution legacy of Hong Kong action cinema.