Is Chinese animated film Nobody this summerโ€™s Ne Zha 2? Its story and art style explained



Just like the widely acclaimed 3D animated film Ne Zha 2 before it, Nobody โ€“ a breakout box office hit in China this summer โ€“ draws its inspiration from a Chinese literary classic, namely Journey to the West.

Mining Chinaโ€™s vast cultural heritage is proving to be a winning formula for the local entertainment industry.

Still, that alone cannot fully explain the popularity of the 2D animated film, so what else has helped contribute to its success?

A new spin on a Chinese classic

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