Shennong Savage
Shennong Savage

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Shennong Savage

2022
Movie
70 min
Mandarin

By order of the warlord Yan Liben, the father and daughter of Yang clan are forced to set a foot to Shennongjia dense forest. In the forest they are attacked by various creatures and are rescued by the wildlings at the moment of danger.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Guo JiGenres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In ancient China, the legendary figure Shennong journeys through treacherous lands to discover medicinal herbs and impart knowledge of agriculture to the people. He faces mystical beasts, warring tribes, and personal challenges as he strives to bring civilization and healing to a primitive world. His quest is fraught with danger, testing his courage and wisdom at every turn.

Critical Reception

Shennong Savage received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its derivative plotlines and inconsistent pacing. While some praised the visual effects and action sequences, many found the storytelling to be weak and the character development lacking. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the mythological elements and others criticizing its adherence to familiar tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visual flair and martial arts choreography.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Seen as a visually appealing but ultimately forgettable fantasy adventure.

Google audience: Audience reception for Shennong Savage is largely unavailable, with insufficient data to determine specific points of like or dislike from Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film's depiction of Shennong's discovery of tea is a nod to the legend that he discovered its medicinal properties by accident after tea leaves fell into his boiling water.

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