Lam Ching-ying
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Lam Ching Ying
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| Chinese name | 林正英 | ||||
| Pinyin | Lín Zhèngyĩng (Mandarin) | ||||
| Jyutping | Lam4 Zing3jing1 (Cantonese) | ||||
| Birth name | 林根寶 (Traditional) Lín Gēnbǎo (Mandarin) Lam4 Gan1bou2(Cantonese) |
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27 December 1952 Hong Kong |
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| Died | 8 November 1997 (aged 44) Hong Kong |
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| Occupation | Actor Martial artist Film director and Producer Action choreographer |
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| Years active | 1970—1996 | ||||
| Ancestry | Shanghai, China | ||||
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Awards
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Best Action Choreography
1983 Prodigal Son (Won)
1984 Winners and Sinners (Won)
1986 My Lucky Stars (Nominated)
Lam Ching Ying (Chinese: 林正英; birth name: Lam Gun-bo 林根寶; 27 December 1952 – 8 November 1997) was a Hong Kong stuntman, actor, film producer, action director and director. A physically talented and graceful martial artist, Lam was best known for playing the stoic Taoist priest in Mr. Vampire (1985). He had a reputation for being disciplined, headstrong, restrained, and self-willed. As an actor, action choreographer, martial artist, and teacher he touched many people with his candor and uncompromising professionalism. He left behind a lasting cinematic legacy, which can be enjoyed and respected by generations all over the world. Lam died in 1997 of .
Lam Ching Ying (林正英) was born Lam Gun Bo (林根寶) on 27 December 1952 in the year of the Dragon, in Hong Kong. His family originated from Shanghai, in the People's Republic Of China. Both of his parents made a living by doing catering services. Lam was the third child of six children. His family was poor, and his parents weren't educated. Lam attended Shun Yi Association Elementary School in Hong Kong, but eventually dropped out after 2 years. His father sent him to Chun Chau Drama Society to learn the Peking Opera style under the guidance of Madame Fan Fok Fa.
Due to his slender and fragile body structure, Lam specialized in female roles and often performed stunt-doubling for actresses. However, he was reported as a mischievous and disobedient child. Thus, after half a year of training, Madame sent him on stage to express himself and control his drive. Lam's first show was called "White Beach", but his Beijing Opera career only lasted for 5 years. He realized that there was not much demand for opera styles anymore. Through a friend's introduction, Lam joined the film industry.
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