The Monkey King 3 (2018)

The film features the River God, a powerful female antagonist, who repeatedly engages the male protagonists in close-quarters combat. She demonstrates superior martial arts and physical strength, often augmented by her powers, to defeat them in several encounters.

The character of the River God (He Shen), traditionally male in the source material "Journey to the West," is portrayed as a female character in this film adaptation.

The film centers on a Buddhist monk's spiritual journey to obtain scriptures, portraying Buddhist principles like compassion and self-sacrifice as virtuous. Despite temptations, the narrative ultimately affirms the importance of the Buddhist path and its teachings, aligning with the faith's dignity.