Personal Info
Birth date
1913-01-01 (112 Years)
Day of death
2009-06-03
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Canton, China
Also known as
Siak Kin
Sek Kin
Sheck Kin
Shih Chien
Shek Kin
Kien Shih
Shih Kien
Sek Gin
Shih Kin
石堅
石坚
Wing-Cheung Shek
石荣璋
奸人坚
شک کین
سک کین
Sek Kin
Biography
Shih Kien (Chinese: 石堅, 1 January 1913 – 3 June 2009), also known as Shek Wing-cheung, Sek Gin, or Shek Kin, was a Hong Kong–based Chinese actor and martial artist. He was born on January 1, 1913 in Shigang, Guangzhou, China and died on June 3, 2009 in Hong Kong. Sek Kin began his career in the film industry in 1939 as a make-up artist. He made his acting debut in 1940 with the film "Flower in a Sea of Blood". In the 1950s and 1960s, he became well-known for his roles as villains in kung fu films. He appeared in many popular films of this era, including the "Wong Fei Hung" series, the "Fong Sai Yuk" series, and "Buddha's Palm". In 1973, Sek Kin starred opposite Bruce Lee in the film "Enter the Dragon". He played the role of Han, the main villain of the film. Sek Kin's performance in "Enter the Dragon" was critically acclaimed and he is considered to be one of the greatest villains in kung fu cinema. In the 1970s and 1980s, Sek Kin continued to act in both films and television series. He also began to work as a production manager on films. In 1996, he was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Hong Kong Film Critics' Association. In 2003, he was given the Professional Achievement Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Sek Kin died on June 3, 2009 at the age of 96. He was a highly respected actor who made a significant contribution to the Hong Kong film industry. He is remembered for his iconic roles as villains in kung fu films and for his groundbreaking work in the early days of Hong Kong cinema.
Filmography
The Legend of the Condor Heroes
8.1
Overview:
The Legend of the Condor Heroes is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel of the same title. It was first broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong in 1983. The 59 episodes long series is divided into three parts. This 1983 version is considered by many to be a classic television adaptation of the novel and features the breakthrough role of Barbara Yung, who played Huang Rong.The Rough Ride
10
Overview:
The Rough Ride is a TVB television series, premiered in 1985. Theme song "Me and You, He and Me" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, sung by Anita Mui.Police Cadet
NYR
Overview:
Police Cadet '84 was a TV series which included such stars in TVB as Tony Leung, Maggie Cheung, and notably, Carina Lau. The story centered on a couple of young "cadets" in the Police Cadet School. Tragedy, romance, conflicts, and intrigues were featured. The series was immediately followed by a sequels titled "New Police Cadet '85" and "New Police Cadet '88". Both sequels stars Tony Leung.Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre
NYR
Overview:
The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel of the same title. The series was first broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong in 1978.The Good The Bad The Ugly
9
Overview:
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly is a TVB television series, premiered on 1 September 1979. Theme song "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Tang Wai Hung, sung by Teresa Cheung.Enter the Dragon
7.423
Overview:
A martial artist agrees to spy on a reclusive crime lord using his invitation to a tournament there as cover.The Fearless Duo
9.5
Overview:
Master Cheung gets injured after fighting with the cult leader Suen Ci. He runs away and meets his future apprentice Szeto Man Mo, as well as the government official’s daughter Lam Chor Yin. Mo is engaged to Yin but he is not devoted to her at all. Even though Yin loves him wholeheartedly, Mo deserts her on their wedding day. Soon after, Mo falls for an actress Fa Ying Fung, knowing nothing of her veil of deceit. After being hurt seriously by Fung, Mo realizes that Yin is his true love and he returns to her eventually. Unfortunately, Yin’s spirit is captured by Ci on their wedding night. In order to rescue his wife, Mo starts practicing black magic but this leads to disastrous outcomes.Hotel
NYR
Overview:
Hotel is a TVB television series, premiered on 1 November 1976. Theme song "Hotel" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, sung by Susanna Kwan.The Giants
NYR
Overview:
The Giants is a TVB television series, premiered on 15 May 1978. Theme song "The Giants" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, sung by Roman Tam.The Passenger
NYR
Overview:
The Passenger is a TVB television series, premiered on May 28, 1979. Theme song "The Passenger" composition and arrangement by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, sung by George Lam.Vanity Fair
NYR
Overview:
Vanity Fair is a TVB television series, premiered on January 2, 1978. Theme song "Vanity Fair" composition by Joseph Koo, lyricist by Wong Jim, arrangement by Joseph Koo and Choi Tak Choi, sung by Paula Tsui.The Return of the Condor Heroes
7.2
Overview:
The Return of the Condor Heroes is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel of the same title. It was first broadcast on TVB Jade from 31 October 1983 to 6 January 1984 in Hong Kong.Book And Sword
NYR
Overview:
The Legend of the Book and the Sword is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel The Book and the Sword. It was first broadcast on TVB in Hong Kong in 1976.The Young Master
7
Overview:
Youthful martial arts master Lung is searching for his missing brother, when he is mistaken for a criminal on the run. He must prove his innocence by solving the case himself, while local lawmen and merciless mercenaries are hot on his trail.One Sword
NYR
Overview:
A Japanese samurai, Wuming, travels to China and defeats many martial artists, challenging the Central Plains' top Swordsmen, leading to a fight with Liguojushi. Wuming loses but threatens revenge, setting off a battle over the martial arts book, Ling's Sword Manual. Nangong Yi falls out with his master and learns from another. He ends up as the leader of a sect and helps stop an evil martial arts master from gaining power but dies fighting Wuming who threatens to destroy the entire martial arts world.A Better Tomorrow III: Love and Death in Saigon
6.4
Overview:
The year is 1974. A young Hong Kong Chinese, Mark, travels to Saigon to make his fortune. There, he encounters a mysterious femme fatale, the lovely Kit. As he becomes more involved in her various underworld deals, a tragic romance develops. On the eve of the outbreak of war, Kit's past returns to endanger her, and Mark must risk everything for the one true love of his life.Millionaires' Express
6.737
Overview:
What happens when a glamorous express, with high government officials, wealthy merchants, concubines and a gang of brigands on board, speeds towards the small town of Hanshui, where escaping bank robbers, corrupt officials, and gamblers await? Well, let's just say the Titanic had a smoother maiden voyage.Kung Fu
NYR
Overview:
Liu Zhong-yuan is a famous martial artist who lives in seclusion with his family. His eldest daughter, Liu Feng, helps him in the clinic while her husband works in England. His second daughter, Liu Yi, has no interest in learning martial arts. Instead, she attends university while her brother, Liu Long, spends his time fighting. Concerned for his son's well-being, Liu Zhong-yuan decides to open a martial arts school. However, Liu Long desires to become a movie star, leading to conflicts with his family and involvement with the criminal underworld. Can Liu Zhong-yuan use his martial arts skills and sense of justice to help his son find his way back?Bruce, King of Kung Fu
5.2
Overview:
Bruce Le stars as Bruce Lee, a young teenager who is the leader of the Liu City gang, who gets into trouble and street fights every now and again. Bruce is a student in the style of Chinese boxing, but when his skills are not enough to fend off a rival kung fu gang, his father has him go to a man named Master Yen, who teaches him Wing Chun fist. Later, to avenge the death of a friend, Bruce learns the secret art of drunken snake fist boxing!Acting
2009The Brilliant Life of Bruce Lee as Self
2006光影流情 (10 Episodes) as Unknown
2005A Century of Light and Shadow as Self
2004Dragon: Since 1973 as Self
2003Chop Socky: Cinema Hong Kong as Self
2003Cinema Hong Kong: Kung Fu as Self
1999Bruce Lee: The Legend Lives On as Han (scenes Enter the Dragon) (archive footage)
1995Ten Brothers as Uncle Three
19941941 Hong Kong on Fire as Unknown
1994Hong Kong Adam's Family as Kan San
1992Once Upon a Time a Hero in China as Unknown
1991Man from Guangdong (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1990Midnight Angel as Unknown
1990Widow Warriors as Unknown
1989A Better Tomorrow III: Love and Death in Saigon as Michael's Father
1988Mother Vs Mother as Master Guan
1988The Vendetta (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1987The Dragon Sword (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1987Fate Takes A Hand (18 Episodes) as Unknown
1987Lady in Black as Fung's Father
1986The Master of Shaolin (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1986The First Vampire in China as Kent of Mt. Mao
1986Magic Crystal as Sergeant Shih
1986Aces Go Places IV: You Never Die Twice as Interpol Ice Hockey Team Coach
1986Goodbye My Hero as Unknown
1986The Legend of Wong Tai Sin (18 Episodes) as 招爷爷
1986The Feud of Two Brothers (30 Episodes) as Unknown
1986Sweet Surrender as Kin
1986Millionaires' Express as Master Sek
1985The Tough Fight (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1985Hong Kong Godfather as Boss Han
1985The Rough Ride (40 Episodes) as Unknown
1985The Sword Stained With Royal Blood (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1984Three Stooges Go Undercover as Mao Rensheng
1984Hong Kong 1941 as Ha Chung-Sang
1984Police Cadet (40 Episodes) as 鍾貴
1984The Other Side Of The Horizon (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1984A Friend from Inner Space as Jian Ren (ghost)
1984The Smiling Proud Wanderer (30 Episodes) as Unknown
1984The Fearless Duo (20 Episodes) as 孫慈
1984Bruce Lee: The Legend as Self (archive footage)
1983The Adventures Of The Woman Reporter (15 Episodes) as Unknown
1983The Return of the Condor Heroes (50 Episodes) as 裘千仞（慈恩）
1983Heroic Ones as Unknown
1983Hong Kong Playboys as Mao Ying Ying's Father
1983The Legend of the Condor Heroes (40 Episodes) as 裘千仞、裘千丈
1982The Legend of Master So (20 Episodes) as 苏松轩
1982Buddha's Palm as Foot Monster
1982Stardust (25 Episodes) as Unknown
1982错结良缘 (9 Episodes) as 乐添富
1981The Understudy (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1981No One is Innocent (10 Episodes) as Unknown
1981Kung Fu Master Of Fat Shan (19 Episodes) as Unknown
1981Come Rain Come Shine (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1980Bruce, King of Kung Fu as Bruce's final opponent
1980Lackey and the Lady Tiger as Fisherman
1980The Young Master as Chief Sheriff Sang Kwan
1980The Ring of Death as Dragon Style Master
1979The System as Inspector Chan
1979The Sword of Romance (45 Episodes) as 俞放鹤
1979The Good The Bad The Ugly (80 Episodes) as Unknown
1979The Passenger (90 Episodes) as Unknown
1979The God of Sabre (9 Episodes) as Unknown
1978One Sword (25 Episodes) as Unknown
1978Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre (26 Episodes) as Unknown
1978The Giants (110 Episodes) as Unknown
1978The Mysterious Heroes as Lo Tien Fung
1978Vanity Fair (85 Episodes) as Unknown
1977Hero (5 Episodes) as Unknown
1977霸王谷 (15 Episodes) as Unknown
1976Low Society as Unknown
1976The Private Eyes as Head of Gang of Robbers
1976When The Legend Dies (12 Episodes) as Unknown
1976Hotel (129 Episodes) as Unknown
1976Book And Sword (60 Episodes) as Unknown
1976Wong Fay Hung (13 Episodes) as Unknown
1976Three Years & Eight Months (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1976The Big Family as Unknown
1975Kung Fu (20 Episodes) as Unknown
1974Two Graves To Kung Fu as Unknown
1974Monkey Fist as Chow Li Ming
1974The Virgin Mart as Big Boss Qiang Han
1974Rivals of Kung Fu as Master Shen Chiu Kung
1974Wits to Wits as Casino boss
1974Shaolin Tiger Claw as Unknown
1973Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend as Self
1973Enter the Dragon as Han
1973Location: Hong Kong with Enter the Dragon as Self
1972The Fugitive as Master Xi
1972The Roaring Lion as Chi Pao "Tiger"
1972The Hurricane as Yuan Neng
1972The Casino as Unknown
1971The Comet Strikes as Sifu
1971Flyer & Magic Sword as Ho Tien-Long
1970Choi Lee Fat as Unknown
1970Wong Fei-Hung: Bravely Crushing the Fire Formation as Unknown
1970Wrath of the Sword as Zhang Qi-Feng
1969黄衫客 as Unknown
1969The One-armed Magic Nun as Unknown
1969The Charming Killer as Lee Tien-Hung
1969Let's Build a Family as Unknown
1969Supreme Sword as Unknown
1969Sword of Emei as Chao/Chiu Ba-Tin
1969银刀血剑 as Unknown
1969Wong Fei-Hung's Combat with the Five Wolves as Unknown
1969The Mysterious Sisters as Boss Ho Biu
1969The Little Warrior as Iron Faced Tiger
1968The Saint as Unknown
1968The Tin Long Gang as Scarface Wolf
1968Wong Fei-Hung: Duel for the Championship as Unknown
1968The Chivalrous Whip as Tit-biu
1968Duel at the Supreme Gate as Kuan Han Pin
1968蓝鹰 as Unknown
1968Red Lamp Shaded in Blood as Unknown
1968Huang Feihong: The Invincible Lion Dancer as Unknown
1968Buddhist Spiritual Palm as Unknown
1968Buddhist Spiritual Palm Returned as 歐陽乾
1968The One-Eyed Swordsman as Unknown
1968Tragedy of the Poet King as Unknown
1968方世玉三打木人巷 as Unknown
1967Dragnet of the Law as Chan Lung
1967Paragon of Sword and Knife as Tso Kam-pak
1967The Golden Cat as Unknown
1967Lady Black Cat Strikes Again as Fan Tai Hoi
1967The Story of a Discharged Prisoner as One-Eye Jack
1967The Lady with a Cat's Eyes as Choi Yuen Wah
1967The Perilous Rescue as Wu Tin-hung
1967Lightning Killer as Lee Tin-Fung
1967Shaky Steps as To Lik
1967The Lady Killer as Wu Wan-Lung
1967The Witch as Chiu Yuen Tsi
1967The Black Killer as Kam Gong
1967The Female Chivalry as Chung Chi-wang
1966Girl Detective 001 as Wu Hung
1966Bitter Fear as Father
1966Lady Black Cat as Tong Long
1966The Detective as Wu Him
1966The Black Musketeer 'F' as Inspector Chan
1965Book Without Words as Blue Wolf
1965Golden Butterfly, the Lady Thief as Chong Tak-ming
1965Treasure Hunt as Unknown
1965The Furious Buddha's Palm as Unknown
1965The All-powerful Flute: Part 2 as Unknown
1965The All-powerful Flute: Part 1 as Unknown
1965箫声震武林（上集） as 王滚龙
1965箫声震武林（下集） as 王滚龙
1965The Six-fingered Lord of the Lute (Part Two) as Lui Tang-hung
1965Six Fingers as Unknown
1965Liu zhi qin mo as Lo Sing Hung
1964The Snowflake Sword (Part 2) as Unknown
1964The Snowflake Sword (Part 1) as Unknown
1964雪花神剑 (4 Episodes) as Unknown
1964Devil's Palm (Part One) as Earth Demon Lord
1964The Devil and Her Magic Needles, Part Two as Lai Chun-wah
1964The Devil and Her Magic Needles, Part One as Lai Chun-wah
1963勾魂鬼爪 as 胡大勝
1963碧血金钗 (1 Episode) as 金老二
1963The White-Bone Sword (Part 4) as Unknown
1963The White Bone Sword (Part 3) as Chung Ching
1963The Killing Flag (Part 2) as Pun Ng
1963The Killing Flag (Part 1) as Pun Ng
1963The Black Centipede as Unknown
1963The Secret Book (New Series), Part 2 as Unknown
1963Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre as Unknown
1962The Secret Book (New Series), Part 1 as Unknown
1962The White-Bone Sword (Part 1) as Black Wind Monk
1962Yellow Giant as Cheung Yan-lei
1962The Blonde Hair Monster as Cheung Yan Lai
1962The Haunting Shadow as Unknown
1962Pledge of the Twin Blades (Part 1) as Sung Kwai
1962How the Ape Girl Stole the Lotus Lamp as Unknown
1961Hound Murderer Case as Kiu Yat-Po
1961Intense Moment as Unknown
1960The Story of Wong Ang the Heroine as Chiu Yee-Kong
1960Wong An Vs. the Flying Tigers as Advisor Lung
1960Apartment Murder as Yim Tai-Hung
1960Wong Fei Hung's Battle with the Gorilla as Unknown
1960The Ten Brothers Vs. the Sea Monster as Commander
1959Road as Lui Tai-Hon
1959How Wong Fei-Hung Defeated the Tiger on the Opera Stage as Unknown
1959Wong Fei Hung Trapped in Hell as Unknown
1959King Kong's Adventures in the Heavenly Palace as King Kong (Human Form)
1959Story of the White-Haired Demon Girl (Part 1) as Unknown
1958Story of the Vulture Conqueror as Yau Chu-kei
1958Wong Fei-Hung's Battle with the Five Tigers in the Boxing Ring as Unknown
1958Wong Fei-Hung Seizes the Bride at Xiguan as 斬崩刀
1958Wong Fei-Hung's Fierce Battle as Unknown
1957風火鬼頭刀 as Unknown
1956The White Crane Hero as Unknown
1956Wong Fei-Hung Goes to a Birthday Party at Guanshan as Ching Tien-Chung
1956黃飛鴻醒獅會麒麟 as 石橫
1956Wong Fei-Hung and the Lantern Festival Disturbance as Kwok Hung-Bu
1956羊城殲霸戰 as 醉貓昌
1955Eternal Love as Yam Chi-ming
1955Backyard Adventures as Fitness Teacher
1955Snow White and the Seven Fellows as Unknown
1954Wong Fei-Hung Tries His Shadowless Kick as Unknown
1954The Phantom of the Opera Boat as Unknown
1954Autumn as Ko Hak-ming
1953Spring as Ko Hak-ming
1953Family as Ko Hak-ming
1951The Magical Flying Swordsman as Unknown
1950Midnight Bells as Unknown
1950Dawn Must Come as Cheung Kau
1950The Misguided Spirit in the Well as Unknown
1949Wong Fei-Hung Burn the Tyrant's Lair as Unknown
1949Wong Fei-hung: The Whip That Smacks the Candle as Grey Hair Fu
1947One-Eye Dragon, the Strange Hero as Unknown
1947Nothing Compares to You as Unknown
Crew
1978The Mysterious Heroes ... Martial Arts Choreographer
1968The Chivalrous Whip ... Martial Arts Choreographer