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The Monkey King

1940 · 136 min Comedy Fantasy

A legendary pre-war comedy operetta starring Enomoto Kenichi, Hideko Takamine and Li Xianglan. The Sanzo Ikkou continues its westward journey, on a mission to prevent a demonic resurrection. As Genjo Sanzo, Cho Hakkai, Sha Gojyo, and Son Goku (Kenichi Enomoto) fight their way to their goal, their path is fraught with internal strife.

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Original Title エノケンの孫悟空
Year 1940
Country Japan
Genre Comedy, Fantasy
Director Kajirō Yamamoto
Runtime 136 min.

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The Monkey King is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1940. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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