A Writer's Odyssey 2
In A Writer's Odyssey 2, a disillusioned writer named Lu Kongwen hits rock bottom and tries to wipe out his own book titled God Killing. Yet a strange magic pulls him into the novel's world, where the story's hero refuses to be extinguished by the author's intent. Plunged into a realm of blades... Read more
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About A Writer's Odyssey 2
In A Writer's Odyssey 2, a disillusioned writer named Lu Kongwen hits rock bottom and tries to wipe out his own book titled God Killing. Yet a strange magic pulls him into the novel's world, where the story's hero refuses to be extinguished by the author's intent. Plunged into a realm of blades and sorcery, Lu discovers that his fictional protagonist is alive, capable of choosing a path that defies predetermined fate. The boundary between author and character blurs as allies and enemies collide in a race to shape a destiny that neither man wholly controls. The film fuses brutal action with vivid fantasy as it probes power, guilt, and the cost of storytelling. Its fate feels personal and perilous.
Directed by Lu Yang, this ambitious fantasy action film is built from an original screenplay by Li Zelin and Shuang Xuetao, presenting a darkly vivid world that blends mythic combat with a mind bending meta narrative for modern genre fans.
The film grossed about 49.9 million worldwide, signaling solid reach for a modern Chinese fantasy action title. Despite mixed reviews, its dedicated fanbase helped sustain international interest. It has drawn audiences worldwide and sparked debate over pacing and scope. Globally.
Early chatter centers on its meta narrative where a writer contends with his fictional world; some viewers highlight Lu Yang's visual flair and the blend of martial arts with mythic landscapes, hinting at a lasting influence in the genre. The production design sparks curiosity among fans worldwide and industry chatter.
Critics note a shift from despair to defiant resilience as the film blends brisk action with a meta narrative about fate. The tension between author control and character autonomy drives the drama. The themes resonate with creators and audiences who question control and creativity. This conversation may echo in sequels.
Details
- Release Date
- October 01, 2025
- Runtime
- 2h 24m
- User Ratings
- 10 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Action, Fantasy
- Country
- China
- Collection
- Assassination of Novelists (Series)
- Studio
- Huace Film & TV +2 more
- Box Office
- $49,870,646
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Deng Chao
赤发
Dong Zijian
路空文 / 空文
Lei Jiayin
关宁 / 铜虎
Wang Shengdi
小橘子 / 小桔子
Ding Chengxin
行者
Wang Yanlin
霹雳火
Deng Fei
黑龙
Chang Chen
久天
Xin Zhilei
入云龙
Guo Jingfei
(voice)黑龙
Director: Lu Yang
Written by: Li Zelin, Shuang Xuetao