The Shaw Brothers was a Hong Kong film production company founded in 1925 by Run Run Shaw and Runme Shaw. It became one of the largest and most influential film studios in Asia, known for producing a wide range of films, including martial arts, dramas, and comedies. The studio played a significant role in popularizing the kung fu genre during the 1960s and 1970s. The Shaw Brothers' films often featured iconic actors such as Gordon Liu and David Chiang, and they were known for their high production values and elaborate fight choreography. The studio's success helped shape the Hong Kong film industry and laid the groundwork for future filmmakers.