Way of Giants

In 12th-century China, European mercenaries William Gar William and Pero Tovar are searching for gunpowder. They stumble upon the Great Wall, only to discover it's not a defense against human invaders, but against monstrous, reptilian creatures called the Taotie. The soldiers must join forces with the Chinese army to defend against a massive assault.

The Great Wall received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its visual spectacle and action sequences but criticizing its thin plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the ambitious scale and fantasy elements, while others found it to be a disappointing blend of Eastern and Western filmmaking.

• Visually stunning with impressive creature design and large-scale action.

• Criticized for a derivative story and a lack of depth in its characters.

• A blend of Chinese historical fantasy and Western blockbuster tropes that doesn't always cohere.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an entertaining spectacle with impressive visuals, though many felt the story was predictable and lacked substance. The creature effects and action set pieces were often highlighted as positives.

The Great Wall was one of the largest productions to ever film in China, with a budget reportedly exceeding $150 million.