The Monkey King 3

I already can accept the second movie to differ from the first one. But, the third movie is even more differ. I don't know if it was intentional or not, but as a trilogy, your movies need to have a visual handsign to make them have red string to one another. These trilogy in another hand, feel disconnected.

As for this trilogy, the 2nd movie is better than the 3rd movie. This statement coming from someone who still think Donnie Yen's first installment as the best.

I don't understand what happened to the downgrade. Is it so hard for the director to make his production consistent?

I heard the 2nd movie had the same CGI studio of Lord of The Ring and The Hobbit to worked on the project. I think this movie couldn't get that studio back and it ended up in lesser quality.

The tonal shift of somber, but humorous 2nd film to this full on soap opera comedy blew my mind in the bad way.

I usually do not watch this kind of films, but this series is exceptional! It is entertaining and I really loved the sound tracks :) The story line was really good as well, with continuous liveliness. As 'Monkey King3' focuses on relationship of characters and detailed story line, yes, it is bit less entertaining than 'Monkey King1&2', but its cinematic quality is higher than previous ones. This film was like a gift set to me :)

"The Monkey King 3: Kingdom of Women," released in 2018, takes a distinct turn in the franchise, shifting its focus from predominantly action-driven sequences to a more character-centric narrative, with a strong emphasis on romance and interpersonal relationships. This installment delves into the "Women's Country" arc from "Journey to the West," providing a unique and somewhat controversial interpretation of the classic tale.

One of the most notable aspects of "The Monkey King 3" is its departure from the heavy reliance on large-scale action sequences that characterized the previous films. Instead, the film dedicates significant screen time to exploring the emotional dynamics between the characters, particularly Tang Sanzang and the Queen of the Women's Country. This shift in focus allows for a deeper exploration of themes such as love, desire, and the challenges of adhering to spiritual vows.

Aaron Kwok returns as Sun Wukong, providing a consistent and compelling portrayal of the character's mischievous yet loyal nature. Feng Shaofeng's Tang Sanzang is also central to the story, and the film dedicates much time to his internal conflict between his religious duties and his burgeoning feelings for the Queen. The Queen of the Women's Country, played by Zhao Liying, adds a new and interesting element to the story.

However, the film's emphasis on romance has drawn mixed reactions from audiences. While some appreciate the attempt to explore the characters' emotional depths, others find the romantic subplot to be forced and out of place within the context of the "Journey to the West" narrative. Critics also pointed out that the films handling of gender roles was at times clumsy.

Visually, "The Monkey King 3" maintains the franchise's high standards of special effects and production design. The depiction of the Women's Country and its inhabitants is visually stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details. However, the decreased emphasis on action sequences may disappoint viewers who were expecting a more action-packed experience.

In essence, "The Monkey King 3" represents a significant departure from the previous installments, prioritizing character development and romance over action and spectacle. While this shift in focus may not appeal to all viewers, it offers a unique and interesting interpretation of the "Women's Country" arc. The film's impressive visuals and solid performances contribute to its overall entertainment value, even if its narrative choices are somewhat divisive.

Nothing special on this film and too much CGI using , this is when China got CGI ,China have a lot of location that very extraordinary but they choose to using CGI

Apart from the graphics ,there is different plot to original story . there is quite decent comedies and added story which isnt necessary in the movie. anyway the actress is beautiful too. its a family show. if u r into heavy stuff,then its not for u. if u wanna decent laugh and eyeball popping,recommend u n ur children watch it.