Floating City
Floating City

Floating City

2012Movie104 minCantonese

Set in Hong Kong in the 1980s, the film follows a fisherman’s son who rises to become a powerful tai pan.

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IMDb5.5/10
Google Users60%
Director: Yimou ZhangGenres: Drama, Fantasy, Action

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by pollution and disease, a group of survivors lives on a colossal, mobile city called 'Floating City'. When a mysterious illness begins to spread, a dedicated doctor races against time to find a cure, facing resistance from factions who believe the city itself is the source of their problems. Her quest leads her to uncover ancient secrets that could save humanity or doom them all.

Critical Reception

Floating City received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its ambitious visual design and unique premise. However, some found the plot to be underdeveloped and the characters lacking depth. Audiences generally appreciated the film's spectacle and its environmental themes, though its narrative complexities were a point of contention for some.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its striking visual effects and imaginative world-building.
  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped character arcs.
  • Admired for its bold environmental message and unique concept.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film visually impressive and appreciated its creative concept, though many noted that the story could have been clearer and more engaging. The film's environmental message resonated with many viewers.

Fun Fact

The production design for 'Floating City' involved extensive use of CGI and practical effects to create the vast, intricate mobile city and its surrounding desolate landscape.

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