- Genre
- Adventure
- Year
- 2011
- Runtime
- 1h19
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Super Monkey Returns
The legendary monkey king returns for a heroic new adventure.
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Synopsis
Super Monkey Returns, originally titled '์์ ๊ธฐ ๋ฆฌํด์ฆ', is a 2011 South Korean fantasy adventure film starring Ryu Dam. The movie follows a modern-day adaptation of the classic Journey to the West tale, focusing on the mischievous yet heroic Monkey King as he embarks on a mission to protect sacred relics and confront dark forces threatening the human world. Blending elements of action and comedy, the film aims to deliver an entertaining mix of mythological fantasy and contemporary storytelling, highlighting themes of friendship, courage, and redemption. The story combines traditional folklore with modern cinematic effects to attract audiences familiar with the legendary character.
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Reviews
Super Monkey Returns received predominantly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, reflected by its low IMDb score of 2.7/10. Reviewers commonly criticized the film for its weak script, subpar special effects, and lackluster performances. For instance, some critics on IMDb remarked that the movie failed to live up to the exciting premise of the Monkey Kingโs adventures, calling it "a disappointing retread with poor pacing and uninspired action sequences." On Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic, while it does not have enough aggregated critic reviews for a formal rating, viewer comments echoed similar concerns about the filmโs lack of depth and coherence. However, a few reviewers noted that younger audiences or fans of the original myth might still find some enjoyment in its colorful visuals and comedic elements, albeit limited. Overall, the reception highlights the film's struggle to translate a beloved classic into an engaging modern blockbuster, pointing out that it may appeal mainly to dedicated fans of Korean fantasy cinema.
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