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Sek Kin

Sek Kin

Actor·1913–2009·Canton, China

11 horror credits

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.

Actor11 films

Lady in Black

Lady in Black

Fung's Father

1987
The First Vampire in China

The First Vampire in China

Kent of Mt. Mao

1986
Shaky Steps

Shaky Steps

To Lik

1967
The Witch

The Witch

Chiu Yuen Tsi

1967
Bitter Fear

Bitter Fear

Father

1966
The Blonde Hair Monster

The Blonde Hair Monster

Cheung Yan Lai

1962
The Haunting Shadow

The Haunting Shadow

1962
Intense Moment

Intense Moment

1961
The Phantom of the Opera Boat

The Phantom of the Opera Boat

1954
Midnight Bells

Midnight Bells

1950
The Misguided Spirit in the Well

The Misguided Spirit in the Well

1950