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Ancient times and future: animation by Chinese animators at the National Centre

Ancient times and future: animation by Chinese animators at the National Centre
Photo: Kirill Zykov / RIA News
01.23

In the gallery of the National Centre RUSSIA, there is a collection of animation works by Chinese animators. Visitors can expect an exciting introduction to Chinese culture, its legends, folklore, and traditions. The exposition features a variety of genres, plots, and artistic styles, allowing each viewer to find something they enjoy.

The exposition "Legacy for the Future" showcases works created by student animators from Chinese art schools. Among them the project "Zhuangzi's Magical Zoo" really stands out — it is one of the most unusual and original ones.

"Zhuangzi" is an ancient Taoist book of parables, written around 300 BC, during the Warring States period. This treatise is considered the foundation of Taoism. However, the authors of the animation focused on depicting the fantastic and real animals from the book. These animal images convey the philosophical and spiritual ideas of Chinese sages, which remain relevant today.

The animation "Genesis" offers a view of human existence through the prism of the universe, where our life seems but an instant. The work "Salamander" raises questions about the differences between humans and robots, as well as the ethics of creating cyborgs who are unaware of their true nature. The short film "Cold Square" touches on the issues of digitalization in society and its potential dangers.

The film "Time Traveler" tells the story of a protagonist named Sun Yulai, who can cross the boundaries of our world. Viewers follow her adventures and discover an original concept of parallel universes.

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