ThiefHott Too much of everything

Numerootno A story that's too fascinating to pass by...

Brainsbell The story-telling is good with flashbacks.The film is both funny and heartbreaking. You smile in a scene and get a soulcrushing revelation in the next.

Caryl It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

evidanceincolour It was through random circumstance that i even found this film but i am so glad i did, without knowing much of anything about it i sat and watched what is definitely a gem of a film for anyone who likes their fantasy with a good bit of comedy, and after finding out the director is Stephen Chow it makes even more sense as perhaps one of my fave films of all time is Kung Fu Hustle and this film has that same kind of quirky humor that makes Chows films brilliant!I will admit things move...a little bit janky at times and suddenly it can be full speed ahead but for me personally it just makes me with this had been a series instead, as it also left me wanting to know more about Chows world of mermaids..in particular it made me REALLY wish there was more about the elder Mermaids past.The wacky comedy mixed with a honest serious message makes it a great film that akin to the story it gains its inspiration from will only get better with age, then again these kinds of film are my bread and butter so i may be a little biased.It doesn't kick Kung Foo Hustle off the top of my movie list but it's definitely one i will remember and recommend to others!

Daniel Richardson The following lines (also theme song) from the movie pretty much sums it up nicely:Being invincible is so so lonely. Being invincible is so so empty. When I'm alone at the peak, cold wind constantly blows. My loneliness - who can understand?Stephen Chow is referring to himself and the unmatched box office success of the movie. He is invincible, and so is the movie. And it is lonely at the top...

zommoland Probably this is not a masterpiece of Stephen Chow's but I liked this plot. It is a simple movie . But genius Stephen Chow proved his talent by making it an excellent . Of course it was not as funny as Shaolin Soccer but it holds an excellent message which touched my heart . Only Chow can do send message through comedy . This movie made me laugh , made me sad and made me amazed . The legend Stephen Chow narrated the whole story in his own way and I admired it . If it was not Stephen Chow the whole movie would feel simply boring . But Chow showed his talent . Hat's off Chow. You are the best .

SnoopyStyle Ruthless land developer Liu Xuan is planning reclamation project for Green Gulf. He's using powerful sonar to drive away dolphins. He takes on Ruolan as his business partner. The playboy Liu Xuan calls up cheap floozy Shan after being ridiculed by Ruolan. Only they don't know that Shan is actually a mermaid. She is part of a community being driven out by Xuan's sonar. Shan is told by Brother Octopus to assassinate Xuan. After many failed attempts, Shan wins over Xuan with rotisserie chicken. Shan is conflicted about killing him but a conflict is inevitable.This is Stephen Chow's very broad brand of comedy. The museum mermaid is hilarious. There are some funny bits with Shan. There are lots of funny with a good helping of environmentalism. However, there are some uncomfortable violence especially the climatic battle. Chow is obviously heavily influenced by documentaries such as The Cove. It's awkward to have such vicious violence trying to coexist with the broad cartoon comedy. There is a difference between cartoon violence and brutal horror violence. He needs to cut down on the horrifying.