(2016) is a colorful, high-energy martial arts fantasy that feels like a modern-day spiritual successor to The Last Starfighter or The Forbidden Kingdom . Produced by Luc Besson, it’s a co-production that attempts to bridge the gap between Western YA adventure and Eastern Wuxia cinema.
The film doesn't shy away from vibrant colors and imaginative costume design. The action sequences are choreographed with a light, breezy energy that makes it accessible for younger audiences. Enter the Warriors Gate(2016)
The story follows Jack (Uriah Shelton), a bullied American teenager who spends most of his time mastering video games and working at an antique shop. His life takes a literal turn into the supernatural when he is gifted a mysterious Chinese chest that acts as a portal. Jack soon finds himself transported to ancient China, where he must use his "gaming skills" to protect a princess (Ni Ni) from a ruthless barbarian king (Dave Bautista) and help a loyal commander (Mark Chao) restore peace. The High Points (2016) is a colorful, high-energy martial arts fantasy
If you enjoy films like The Karate Kid or Double Dragon , this is a fun, nostalgic trip worth a watch—if only to see Dave Bautista have a blast in a suit of armor. The action sequences are choreographed with a light,
The "chosen one" narrative and Jack's character arc follow a very rigid formula. You can usually predict the next beat of the story ten minutes before it happens.