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The Cave of the Silken Web (1927)

5.419270h 59mZH
AdventureFantasy

Directed by Dan Duyu

Rating

5.4/10

Runtime

0h 59m

Language

ZH

Release

February 2, 1927

Director

Dan Duyu

Overview

One of the earliest cinematic adaptation of Chinese classic novel Journey to the West. When seeking for food alone, Tang Xuanzang was kept prisoner by seven spider monsters who took the form of seven beautiful women. The Monkey King and the other two of Xuanzang's disciples managed to rescue him wit...

Cast

Yin Mingzhu

Yin Mingzhu

The Spider Queen

Ng Man-Chiu

Ng Man-Chiu

Wukong, the monkey

Jiang Meikang

Jiang Meikang

Tang Xuanzang, the pilgrim

Zhou Hongquan

Zhou Hongquan

Zhu Wuneng, the pig

Zhan Jiali

Zhan Jiali

Sha Wujing, the shark

Rongzhu He

Rongzhu He

The Man in White

Peizhen Xia

Peizhen Xia

Second spider spirit

Dan Erchun

Dan Erchun

Sandy

Baoqi Chen

Baoqi Chen

yellow flower Daoist spirit

He Peirong

He Peirong

Tuochen Chen

Tuochen Chen

Wenmei Xia

Wenmei Xia

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Cave of the Silken Web (1927), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

One of the earliest cinematic adaptation of Chinese classic novel Journey to the West. When seeking for food alone, Tang Xuanzang was kept prisoner by seven spider monsters who took the form of seven beautiful women. The Monkey King and the other two of Xuanzang's disciples managed to rescue him with the help of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva/Guanyin. They renounced the desire for lust and continued the quest for Buddhist Scriptures.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Cave of the Silken Web. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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