Chinese Odyssey II is a 1994 Hong Kong wuxia-comedy film directed and co-written by Jeffrey Lau. The film stars Stephen Chow, Athena Chu, Ng Man-tat, and Lesley Ho. The movie tells the story of Joker (played by Stephen Chow) and Jingjing (played by Athena Chu), two people who are separated due to a supernatural incident. After years of being apart, Joker sets out to find Jingjing, but is intercepted by trouble-making Monkey King (also played by Stephen Chow) who causes chaos everywhere he goes. Monkey King falls in love with Jingjing, and Joker and Monkey King get into a disagreement over who deserves her affections.
As the three travel, they meet a cast of other quirky characters, including the goddess Kuan Yin (played by Law Kar-ying), who transforms Monkey King into a human, and the powerful demon king Bull King (played by Ng Man-tat), who seeks to marry Joker's control-craving sister, Lady White Snake (played by Lesley Ho).
The film is a continuation of the story from the first Chinese Odyssey, and it incorporates elements of Chinese mythology and folklore into its plot. One of the key themes of the movie is love and the lengths one will go to for it.
Chinese Odyssey II is best known for its clever dialogue, physical comedy, and over-the-top fight scenes. Stephen Chow, who is known for his comedic roles, delivers a performance that is both hilarious and emotionally complex. The special effects in the film are also noteworthy for the time period in which it was made.
The movie received mixed reviews upon its release, but it has since become a cult classic in Hong Kong cinema. The success of the film also led to a sequel, Chinese Odyssey III: Cinderella, which was released in 1995.
Overall, Chinese Odyssey II is a fun and entertaining movie that fans of wuxia-comedy films will surely enjoy. It is a perfect blend of humor, action, and romance, and the performances by the cast are top-notch. While it may not be for everyone, those who appreciate the camp and charm of Hong Kong cinema will find a lot to love in this film.
Chinese Odyssey II is a 2012 action movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 39 minutes.
