Portrait of Chiu Sam-Yin

Chiu Sam-Yin

Acting

Biography

Chao Hsin-yen was born in 1947 and grew up in Hong Kong, though she was a native of Shantung. After graduating from secondary school, she joined the 4th Southern Experimental Theatre Training Troupe. When the Troupe wound up in 1964, Chao signed a four-year acting contract with Shaw Brothers. Her first movie was the romantic comedy Hong Kong, Manila, Singapore. In 1968, Chao appeared in two martial arts movies, namely The Silver Fox and Golden Swallow directed by Chang Cheh. In 1969, she also appeared in The Swordmate, Dragon Swamp and The Singing Escort. Chao retired from the motion picture industry after completion of her contract with Shaw Brothers.

Born: January 1, 1947

Filmography

1970
The Iron Buddha

as Mute girl

1969
The Swordmates

as Hsin-Ying

1969
1969
Dragon Swamp

as Chun Hua

1968
That Fiery Girl

as Xue Jiang

1968
The Bells of Death

as Chang Wei Yun

1968
Golden Swallow

as Mei Niang

1968
1967
The Assassin

as Concubine Zhao

1967
Song of Tomorrow

as Nightclub dancer

1967
Blue Skies

as Member of musical troupe

1967
1967
Hong Kong Nocturne

as HK Troupe Dancer

1967
Angel with the Iron Fists

as Dark Angel member

1966
Come Drink with Me

as Woman Escort Soldier

1965
Squadron 77

as Photo Shop Worker (uncredited)

1965