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The Great Skull
Gu Liyan, on the verge of graduating from university, suddenly faced her father's death and had to assist her sharp-witted mother in navigating the tedious funeral arrangements. Unexpectedly, the 'Funeral Affairs Committee' secretly organized by her father before his death suddenly arrived at their doorstep... With unanticipated guests, absurd situations, and ridiculously dramatic events, the mother-daughter duo urgently needed to gather their strength to confront it all.
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Plot Summary
In a world teetering on the brink of interdimensional chaos, a legendary artifact known as The Great Skull is unearthed. Its power threatens to unravel the fabric of reality, prompting a motley crew of heroes from different realms to unite. They must race against time and a formidable, ancient evil to secure the Skull and prevent cosmic annihilation.
Critical Reception
The Great Skull was met with a mixed but generally positive reception. Critics praised its ambitious scope and stunning visual effects, though some found the plot convoluted. Audiences were largely enthralled by the action sequences and character interactions, contributing to strong box office performance.
What Reviewers Say
Visually spectacular with thrilling set pieces.
The narrative occasionally struggles under its own weight.
Strong performances anchor the epic fantasy adventure.
Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's epic scale, impressive visual effects, and the chemistry between the lead actors. Many enjoyed the blend of action and fantasy, finding it an exciting cinematic experience, though a few wished for a more streamlined story.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Saturn Awards.
Fun Fact
The distinctive sound design for The Great Skull artifact was created by layering recordings of whale songs and a distorted industrial grinder.
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