When the trailer for The Great Wall first dropped, it sparked a massive debate across the internet. Directed by legendary Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou (known for House of Flying Daggers and the 2008 Beijing Olympics opening ceremony), this film marked the largest co-production between Hollywood and China at the time. Released in 2016, the movie promised a visual spectacle that reimagined one of mankind’s greatest structures not just as a barrier against invading armies, but as a defense against ancient monsters.

Before we address the Filmyfly connection, let us examine the film that audiences were so desperate to see.

The Great Wall is an entertaining spectacle with striking visuals and inventive creature action that’s best enjoyed for its set pieces and production values rather than for deep storytelling. Fans of large-scale fantasy action and Zhang Yimou’s visual style will find much to admire; viewers seeking nuanced character work and culturally seamless storytelling may come away feeling the film is impressive but uneven.