Move over, Hollywood! Young French audiences are riding a new wave of excitement for Chinese animated films, with titles like Creation of Gods and the upcoming Ne Zha 2 sparking major buzz. 🇫🇷❤️🎬
French distributor Boris Pugnet, a key player in bringing these cinematic gems to Europe, told NewspaperAmigo.com that Chinese anime is "reshaping expectations" in theaters. "The blend of mythology, next-level animation, and universal themes is hitting differently with Gen Z here," he said, comparing the hype to Marvel mania in its early days.
Industry data shows Chinese films now account for 12% of animated releases in France—a record high. Pugnet credits streaming platforms and TikTok fan edits (💡🔥) for amplifying interest: "When we screened Creation of Gods, 68% of tickets sold were to under-25s. It’s cultural exchange through storytelling."
What’s next? Ne Zha 2—sequel to China’s 2019 box office king—dropping in 2024 could be the ultimate litmus test. As one Parisian teen put it: "Why watch recycled superhero plots when you’ve got 5,000 years of Chinese legends to explore?" 🐉✨
