

The visual can get sketchy as well, but for the most parts they hold up nicely, its more intense scenes are definitely visually pleasing. Ironically, the familiar sense can be too predictable.

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The plot tries to create more perspectives, but its core story is no different than many Monkey King shows from TV and movie. It is not without flaws, although these are not major by any means. At some points it even resembles another journey from the West, "Lord of The Ring" in its natural splendor and enigmatic creature. Each event grants a distinct unique view as the group travels through cities and villages. Settings as well as costume present a delicate balance with its contrasting color.

The most improvement is seen in CG department, which looks breathtaking as a fantasy adventure even in first glance. It is simply a better cast in general than the first movie had. A few comedic moments are pleasantly delivered with good chemistry. Their attires change throughout the phases as they're displayed in flashy fashion yet still recognizable in the intricacy. Rendition of the monk, Baije and Wujing always spark interest, and the version this movie produces is definitely cordial. Lady White's fellow monsters are uniquely portrayed as half women half beast, almost similar to something from Del Toro's universe and the make-up doesn't disappoint. This also translates to other characters as well. She brings a heavier impact to every scene she's in. One can't go wrong in casting a charismatic actor and polish her character in CG, costume and make-up. Gong Li as Lady White fits as the villain. Granted, he enjoys higher level of production to create the persona. Aaron Kwok as Sun Wukong is arguably better than Donnie Yen, he has more zeal which fits the scrappy Monkey King better, specifically with his body language. Perhaps this story will be familiar to Asian audience, and it's refreshing to see it's presented with gorgeous modern presentation. This is the story of Sun Wukong as he first meets with Tang Sanzang, the monk who will journey to the west to get the scripture. Understandably, this can hinder audience's interest for the sequel, but worry not, "The Monkey King 2" is leagues above its predecessor, using better animation, excellent production and friendlier characters to deliver a more amicable magical tale. Data sources and other information.When the first Monkey King premiered there was lofty expectation, yet what we got was lackluster ancient mythology with outdated graphic. More info at IMDb, Wikipedia, Rotten Tomatoes, Wikidata. But the stellar imagery hardly makes up for the film's underwritten narrative, half-baked characterizations and emotional gimmicks." James Marsh of Twitch Film referred to it as a "Hot Mess From The Heavens", saying it has poor CGI effects and a weak script, while praising lead actor Donnie Yen's performance as Sun Wukong, but ultimately writing Wukong "a somewhat irritating character who can be difficult to sympathise with." Maggie Lee of Variety calls it "a simplistic, action-driven narrative with inexhaustible energy, but little style or substance." Clarence Tsui of The Hollywood Reporter writes "The Monkey King is filled to the brim with gravity-defying saints and sprites zipping across the screen in a litany of kinetic 3-D action sequences. Title: The Monkey King: The Legend BeginsGenre: Stars: & Release date: (90min) & SYNOPSIS AND DETAILS : The Monkey King: The Legend Begins is the re-imagined version by Hollywood of the film The Monkey King: Havoc in Heavens Palace, the origin and birthplace of The Monkey King Story. A sequel titled The Monkey King 2 was released in February 2016. The plot is based on an episode of Journey to the West, a Chinese literary classic written in the Ming Dynasty by Wu Cheng'en. Production began in Beijing on 18 October 2010 and was filmed in 3D. Yen also serves as the film's action director. The Monkey King is a 2014 Hongkonger-Chinese action-fantasy film directed by Cheang Pou-soi and starring Donnie Yen as the titular protagonist Sun Wukong. The Monkey King: Havoc in Heavens Palace (2015)Īction, Adventure, Family ĭonnie Yen, Yun-Fat Chow, Aaron Kwok, Yitian Hai
