The film evolved from a viral 2020 graduation project by students at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts .
Directed by Zhong Ding , the project took five years to complete, involving over 2,000 artists across 50 production teams.
Reviewers have praised the "moving Chinese painting" aesthetic, highlighting its fluid movement and the intricate use of silk-weaving themes and constellation mythology. Plot and Mythology
The 2024 animated epic (also known as Luo Fan Chen ) has emerged as a landmark in modern Chinese animation. Initially premiering in China on July 12, 2024, the film quickly garnered international acclaim for its stunning 3D CGI visuals and its unique reinterpretation of traditional Chinese folklore. Film Overview and Production