Animal World is a Chinese action thriller film directed by Han Yan and adapted from the Japanese manga, "Ultimate Survivor Kaiji". The movie stars Li Yi Feng, Zhou Dongyu, and Michael Douglas. It was released in China on June 29, 2018.
The story revolves around Kaisi, a young man who struggles to pay off his debts. He is lured into a world of underground gambling by Anderson – a mysterious man who promises to write off all his debts if he wins the game. Kaisi boards the ship Destiny with other participants, and the game begins.
The game is a survival battle, where the players have to use their wits and gambling skills to defeat their opponents and capture their stars. The stakes are high, and the participants resort to dirty tricks to stay in the game. As the game progresses, Kaisi realizes that there is more at stake than just his debts, and he must fight for his survival.
The movie is filled with action-packed scenes of gambling, combat, and survival. The visual effects are impressive, and the performances by the cast are noteworthy. Michael Douglas, in his first Chinese movie, delivers a convincing performance as the mastermind behind the game.
Animal World is an intense and thrilling ride, catering to the audience who enjoys action and suspense in their movies. It is a well-made film that is definitely worth a watch.