5.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
A Chinese Ghost Story (2011)
A Chinese Ghost Story (2011)
Overview
Government official Ling Choi Sin journeys to the parched Black Mountain Village, to help its inhabitants find water. As he leads a group of volunteers up the haunted mountain, he encounters a bevy of sexy demons as well as a lovely girl named Siu Sin. After wooing her with some candy, he falls for her... and then realises that he is caught in a deadly triangle; another guy, a demon-hunter named Yan Chek Ha is also in love with Siu Sin. However, before the two men can settle their differences, they have to contend with the evil Tree Demon as well as a one-armed demon hunter who is determined to kill all the supernatural beings.
Starring Cast
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Buddhism: Positive
Viewer Rating
5.6
Overview
Government official Ling Choi Sin journeys to the parched Black Mountain Village, to help its inhabitants find water. As he leads a group of volunteers up the haunted mountain, he encounters a bevy of sexy demons as well as a lovely girl named Siu Sin. After wooing her with some candy, he falls for her... and then realises that he is caught in a deadly triangle; another guy, a demon-hunter named Yan Chek Ha is also in love with Siu Sin. However, before the two men can settle their differences, they have to contend with the evil Tree Demon as well as a one-armed demon hunter who is determined to kill all the supernatural beings.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's narrative centers on universal fantasy themes of good versus evil, love, and individual heroism in a supernatural setting, rather than explicitly promoting or critiquing specific political ideologies. Its core conflict and resolution are rooted in apolitical moral and romantic dilemmas.
This Hong Kong fantasy film features a cast predominantly of East Asian actors, consistent with its cultural origin and narrative. The story focuses on traditional fantasy and romance themes without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or incorporating Western-centric DEI themes.
Secondary
The film features Siu Sin, a female ghost, who repeatedly engages in and wins close-quarters physical fights against multiple male demons and monsters. Her victories are achieved through the active use of her supernatural abilities in direct confrontations.
The film consistently portrays Buddhist monks and their practices as virtuous and effective in combating supernatural evil, aligning the narrative with the faith's positive spiritual power and moral integrity.
The film 'A Chinese Ghost Story IV' by Wilson Yip is not a recognized title in filmography. Consequently, no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present for evaluation, leading to an N/A rating.
The film, 'A Chinese Ghost Story IV' (referring to 'A Chinese Ghost Story: The Tsui Hark Animation'), does not contain any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a supernatural romance and adventure without addressing gender identity.
The film "A Chinese Ghost Story IV" (2011) does not appear to exist. The 2011 film is titled "A Chinese Ghost Story" (without the 'IV'). As such, no characters can be identified or assessed for gender swaps.
The 2011 film, a remake of the original 'A Chinese Ghost Story,' features characters canonically established as East Asian in source material and prior adaptations. The cast for the 2011 version also consists of East Asian actors, maintaining racial consistency.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.7
5.4
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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