
"The Great Wall" follows European mercenaries led by William Garin (played by Matt Damon) who arrive in ancient China seeking the secret of black powder. They find themselves caught in an epic battle alongside General Lin Mei (Jing Tian) and the elite soldiers defending the iconic Great Wall against ferocious, otherworldly monsters known as the Taotie. As they fight to prevent a monstrous invasion, alliances and courage are tested in this action-packed fantasy adventure.
Trivia:
1. "The Great Wall" is notable for being one of the most expensive films ever made in China, blending Hollywood and Chinese film industries, with a budget surpassing $150 million.
2. Director Zhang Yimou, famed for his visually stunning films, used traditional Chinese martial arts choreography combined with Western-style action sequences to create a unique cinematic experience.
3. Matt Damon agreed to a three-film collaboration with Chinese media companies as part of a groundbreaking cultural exchange, making "The Great Wall" a key project in bridging Eastern and Western cinema.