Feng Shen 2: Zhan huo Xi qi

With the all-conquering "Shang" dynasty looking as if it's about to die out, their ailing King commands his young general "Deng" (Nashi) to attack the fortified city of Xiqi and retrieve something that might just prevent their extinction. Meantime, the folks in that city are ruled by a young man "Ji Fa" (Yosh Yu) who is enthusiastic and honourable, but not exactly a tactician. Despite his best efforts, the encroaching army arrives at the walls of his city aided by four powerful giants, all equipped with magical talisman. It's during this battle that the lines are truly drawn with a few immortals coming to the aid of the city and with both "Ji" and "Deng" finding themselves facing a new scenario for which neither are prepared, and which tests their mettle and their loyalties as an angry denouement looms. This is my kind of film: mixing mystery and mythology with superb special effects and a solid story that, though maybe a little predictable towards the end, has all the ingredients of a stylish and engaging acton-adventure. There's imagination a-plenty gone into the production and the characterisations offer us a little more than just the usual linearly flat persona. The green flying ogre works hard for his living here, and the last twenty minutes are lively and colourfully delivered. Might their be a trilogy? It does need a cinema, a big screen makes all the the difference.

Amazing Sequel With Mind Blowing Graphics.

My Dad Usually Don't Watch Chinese Mythology Movies But He Watched This Movie Until The Post Credit Scene. Guys Please Take Note That This Movie Has Post Credit Scene.

My Second Day Of Chinese New Year Is Enjoyable And Well Spent Because Of This Movie.

The Actor And Actress Are Very Handsome And Beautiful.

Watched This Movie In IMAX Screen And It Is Awesome. The Picture And The Sound Is Magnificent. It Feel Likes I'm In The Movie Joining Their Conquer On Xiqi War.

The Giants In The Movie Looks Scary And Creepy But Amazing At The Same Time.

Will Watch This Creation Of The Gods II: Demon Force For The Second Time.

"Creation of the Gods II" is a glaring example of how to ruin a promising franchise. The film shamelessly distorts its source material, turning a rich mythological tapestry into a chaotic, nonsensical mess. Characters, once compelling and nuanced, now act in ways that defy logic, making baffling decisions solely to advance a convoluted plot. The sequel abandons the emotional depth and careful storytelling of its predecessor, opting instead for empty spectacle and superficial drama.

The pacing is erratic, with key moments rushed and less important scenes dragged out, leaving viewers disengaged. Subplots are introduced and dropped haphazardly, adding to the confusion. The film's attempt to expand the universe feels forced and poorly executed, lacking the coherence and charm that made the original captivating.

Worst of all, "Creation of the Gods II" betrays the goodwill earned by the first film. Fans who were drawn to the series for its faithful adaptation and rich character development will find little to appreciate here. Instead of building on the strengths of its predecessor, the sequel undermines them, leaving a bitter taste and a sense of missed opportunity. A disappointing follow-up that fails to honor its roots or satisfy its audience.

It baffles me how the writer and director managed to make a movie this bad with such a big budget.

If you're paid a ton of money to direct a movie, at least make something passable.

I liked the first movie, but this one... My wannable youtuber friend would've made a more coherent movie.

Plot, pacing, character behavior, all trash. The CGI, even though it's not that good, is the least of my complaint.

This is my first time leaving a review for a movie. It (together with the director) has been bullied badly on Chinese social media, and some comments are atrocious. I have to say something to support this beautiful movie and hope the director will be able to finish the third one, the last sequel.

I have watched the movie twice and wish I could watch it more on the big screen; unfortunately, I couldn't watch it on IMAX, which it was made for. But anyway, the movie has superb cinematography. The storyline may not be easy to understand the first time. I understood it better after the second watch. There are many metaphors, and the director weaves the plots masterfully. The theme of the movie is loving people. What/Who does one fight for? Every twist and turn in the movie is the main characters trying to find the answer to the question.

I cried seeing the thousands of names rolling on the screen at the end. Some people have gone. They didn't live to see their work in theatre. The crew started to make the movies about eight years ago and conquered many obstacles to bring the movies to the audience. Search for the behind-the-scenes videos.

People who insult the director and crew and give the movie a very low rating do not respect the 10,000 people, many of whom gave their best years to this project.