Oscar judges praise “Ne Zha 2”

Two Oscar judges have highly praised the Chinese animated blockbuster “Ne Zha 2”, calling it a major and incredible achievement made by the Chinese film industry.

The animated epic fantasy film, released on January 29, has shattered multiple box office records so far, becoming the first film to cross 1 billion U.S. dollars in a single market and the first non-Hollywood film to join the coveted billion-dollar club.

After watching the film in Los Angeles, Oscar judge Sheila Sofian expressed her admiration for the Chinese hit, highlighting the cutting-edge production design and the skillful storytelling. Another Oscar judge, Alan Ellasof, described the Chinese animated film as a major achievement, praising its action design, emotional appeal, and philosophical elements.