Jan. 28, 2017|China|109 Min.|PG-13
Genre: Action;Adventure;Fantasy
Description: “Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back” is a 2017 adventure film featuring Tang Sanzang, portrayed by Kris Wu, who dreams of reaching India to retrieve the Sutras. In his dream, he is rewarded with a halo by his master, but upon waking, he finds himself in a village of circus performers alongside his disciples: Sun Wukong (Lin Gengxin), Zhu Bajie (Yang Yiwei), and Sha Wujing (Mengke Bateer). Tang encourages Sun Wukong to perform for the villagers, but the latter refuses, leading to a heated confrontation. Sun Wukong’s temper causes chaos, damaging the village and prompting the terrified villagers to offer money and food for their journey. That night, Tang punishes Sun Wukong for his disobedience.
The following morning, Tang seeks water for breakfast and encounters a beautiful woman, played by Wang Likun, who invites them for a meal. However, Sun Wukong discovers her true identity as a spider demon and provokes her, leading to a fierce battle. The demons merge into a giant spider, poisoning Sha Wujing, who transforms into a fish-like creature. Sun Wukong defeats the spider, but Tang’s attempt to exorcise her fails as Sun Wukong crushes the demon’s head. Tang once again punishes Sun Wukong for his defiance. Later, Sun Wukong expresses his desire to kill Tang, but the other disciples fear Tang’s supposed Buddha Palm powers. Overhearing this, Tang admits in prayer that he lacks such abilities and seeks Buddha’s guidance.
Cast director: Tsui Hark
Cast actor: Kris Wu, Lin Gengxin, Yao Chen, Lin Yun, Yang Yiwei, Mengke Bateer, Wang Likun, Bao Bei Er, Wang Duo, Dong Chengpeng
Original name: 西游·伏妖篇