With over 20 years in the industry, Yulia Osetinskaya 🤩 knows a masterpiece when she sees one. After catching the 2025 hit "Ne Zha 2", the General Producer at Russia’s SMF Studio couldn’t hide her excitement.
Osetinskaya highlighted this year’s remarkable progress in Chinese mainland animation. "The visual effects are off the charts," she said, praising the film’s bold artistic style and fine-grained details – from the shimmer of costumes to every strand of hair in motion. 🎨💥
For a veteran producer like Osetinskaya, surprises are rare. Yet "Ne Zha 2" managed to raise the bar. She believes there’s plenty for Russian studios to learn, from tech-driven magic to storytelling flair.
As global audiences dive into new waves of animation, "Ne Zha 2" is proof that the Chinese mainland is becoming a powerhouse of imaginative visuals. For young animators and fans alike, it’s inspiration on screen! 🌟
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Russian animation producer praises 'Ne Zha 2' for its imagery
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