Meet China’s $2 Billion Animated Hero: ‘Ne Zha 2’ Arrives in America
As part of this August’s streaming and theatrical highlights, one film is making waves far beyond its home country. “Ne Zha 2,” the Chinese animated blockbuster that has already grossed over $2.1 billion worldwide, is now officially hitting U.S. theaters, distributed by indie studio A24.
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Following the massive success of its predecessor, Ne Zha (2019), this sequel dives deeper into a fantastical reimagining of Chinese mythology, blending epic battles, mystical storytelling, and humor in equal parts. The film is written and directed by Jiao Zi, who also helmed the original.
Though Ne Zha 2 has become a cultural phenomenon across Asia, American audiences unfamiliar with the original might find themselves dropped into a sprawling mythological narrative that’s both visually rich and narratively dense. The central character — a fierce, red-clad child warrior with swirling ribbons and divine power — continues his journey of transformation, destiny, and rebellion against fate.
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