Journey to the West

Tang Zhijun is the editor of a struggling science fiction magazine who remains obsessed with discovering extraterrestrial life. Despite facing financial hardship and failed sightings, he travels to the mountainous regions of southwest China after seeing a mysterious video. Accompanied by a small group of colleagues, including a cynic and a woman suffering from insomnia, Tang meets a young poet who claims to have received directions from aliens. The group follows this man on a journey that explores the human condition and the pursuit of lost love.

The film was directed by Kong Dashan, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Roy Wang. The cast features Haoyu Yang in the lead role of Tang Zhijun, alongside Ai Liya, Roy Wang, Jiang Qiming, Sheng Chenchen, and Frant Gwo. Produced by China Film Group Corporation, Wanda Pictures, Alibaba Pictures Group, and Huayi Brothers Pictures, the project involved a credited cast of 61 people.

Released on April 1, 2023, this adventure comedy earned 10 million USD at the worldwide box office. It has received generally positive feedback from viewers, maintaining a rating of 7.3/10 on IMDb from 1,900 votes and 7.5/10 on TMDB from 86 votes.