The Forbidden Kingdom
“The battle for eternity is the fantasy of a lifetime.”
An American teenager who is obsessed with Hong Kong cinema and kung-fu classics makes an extraordinary discovery in a Chinatown pawnshop: the legendary stick weapon of the Chinese sage and warrior, the Monkey King. With the lost relic in hand, the teenager unexpectedly finds himself travelling back to ancient China to join a crew of warriors from martial arts lore on a dangerous quest to free the imprisoned Monkey King.
This film feels like a joyous, high-flying martial arts fantasy, brimming with the spirit of classic kung fu cinema. It's an energetic, wondrous journey into a mythical past, celebrating legendary heroes and the thrill of epic adventure. Expect thrilling fights and a palpable sense of reverence for the genre.
