Synopsis:
A compilation of eight stories from Chinese mythology. Wildly imaginative and with a unique art style, this series tell the stories of “demons” from a Chinese perspective. Spanning from past, present and the future, exploring themes from nostalgia for home to visions of technological fantasy, from themes of life to profound reflections on humanity, showcasing Chinese imagination and carrying the essence of Chinese culture and philosophy.
Genre: Fantasy
Number of episode: 17
Studio: Shanghai Animation Film Studio
Type: 2D and 3D Animation
Where to watch?: Bilibili & Youtube
Douban score: 8.7
Bilibili rating: 9.9 (> 80.000 raters)
My rating: Episode 1 &2 (Must Watch), the rest: Love to Watch
Status: Season 2 is airing.
My Comments
This donghua encompass a diverse range of art styles and production techniques. I truly like the aesthetics. Each episode has different theme and I feel like this donghua is something that critics will like. It won Magnolia Awards for best animation. I really like some of the episodes. But while I do understand the metaphor and meaning they want to convey in other episodes, not all of them resonate with me. Overall, it still a good watch for me.
Link to watch Yao-Chinese Folktales
Bilibili (international): https://www.bilibili.tv/play/2107399
Youtube:
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