“It's almost impossible to recommend as I usually tend to dislike films like these, but Koan Hui did a great job convincing me not all is bad in the world of Chinese blockbusters.” onderhond.com · 9 years ago
Criticized for poor character development and confusing plot.
The story centers on a group of warriors led by (Jet Li) as they seek the legendary Sword of Light to overthrow the tyrannical King Zhou . King Zhou has been possessed by a "Black Dragon" and is influenced by his deadly nine-tailed fox concubine, Daji (Fan Bingbing). “It's almost impossible to recommend as I usually
: The last of the Wing People, tasked with leading the quest.
Noted for "high artifice" where convincing effects aren't the point. Viewing Recommendation : The last of the Wing People, tasked with leading the quest
: A warrior transformed into a CGI infant who uses powers like flatulence and "power-pissing" to fight enemies. Erlang Shen : A warrior accompanied by a gold-scaled dog. Visuals & Style
: Overstuffed scenes that jump quickly between battles without narrative breathing room. Ratings and Reception Erlang Shen : A warrior accompanied by a gold-scaled dog
: You prefer coherent plots, emotional depth, or subtle performances. Perspectives on the Experience