Samurai Contra Chinos (Eastmancolor-Cinemascope, circa 1970s) – Pung Chin, Lov Chan

This vintage Mexican poster for Samurai Contra Chinos: Rivalidad Sangrienta (“Samurai Against Chinese: Bloody Rivalry”) is a striking piece of martial arts cinema history. Featuring Pung Chin as “el espadachín violento” and Lov Chan as “el espadachín triste,” this Spanish-language release pits Japanese and Chinese swordfighters in a dramatic Eastmancolor-Cinemascope production full of action, betrayal, and kinetic duels. Rendered in rich, saturated reds with hand-illustrated combatants and katana-toting heroes, the artwork evokes the golden era of international kung fu and samurai imports.

This original poster measures approximately 27 x 41 inches (standard Mexican one-sheet), printed on thin paper and folded as issued. The poster is in good condition for its age, showing edge wear, fold separation, and several tears along the margins. There are visible tape remnants on the reverse and signs of aging such as surface wrinkles and staining—especially along the fold lines and corners. Despite this, the colors remain vivid and the central artwork fully intact, making it a desirable display piece for collectors of Asian action cinema or vintage exploitation posters.

Rarity & Collectibility: This title is rarely seen in the collector market, particularly in its Spanish-language release. Its crossover appeal—martial arts, samurai vs. kung fu theme, and colorful painted graphics—makes it especially attractive for genre enthusiasts. Ideal for collectors of 1970s Mexican posters, martial arts memorabilia, or those curating walls with kinetic pulp energy.