The Monkey King 2

Director: Soi Cheang
Actors: Aaron Kwok, Gong Li, Shaofeng Feng
PlotIn a bustling metropolis filled with looming skyscrapers and neon-lit streets, a reclusive hacker named Alex drifts through life working mundane IT jobs. Unbeknownst to others, Alex leads a double life, delving into the dark web to unearth secrets and expose corrupt organizations. The monotony is shattered when Alex accidentally stumbles upon a hidden stash of classified government documents detailing covert operations and cover-ups. Driven by an innate sense of justice, Alex decides to make these secrets public. However, this decision makes Alex the prime target of a clandestine government task force led by the relentless and resourceful Agent Turner.
As the walls close in, Alex is forced to go on the run, navigating a labyrinth of digital and physical hurdles. Along the way, Alex forms an uneasy alliance with Sarah, an investigative journalist with her own reasons for taking down the corrupt officials. The duo crisscrosses the city, using decrepit safe houses and encrypted messages to stay ahead of their pursuers. Threats escalate as Agent Turner deploys increasingly savage tactics to ensure their secrets remain buried. Alex and Sarah must use every ounce of their cunning and technical expertise to evade capture and achieve their ultimate goal: to expose the truth before it’s too late.
Writers: Ping Ran, Ning Wen, Cheng'en Wu
Release Date: 05 Feb 2016
Runtime: 119 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: China, Hong Kong
Language: Mandarin, English
Physical Media Reviews
'The Monkey King 2' offers a visually stunning, high-energy experience, with strong technical merits on Blu-ray, though it's best enjoyed alongside its predecessor.