Plot: Mantou is a young orphan who is found floating on the river. Daguzi, a poor man, is the one who rescues him, and together they roam the lands, hoping for a stroke of good fortune. Daguzi is chasing a mythical boat that is supposed to house a tremendous treasure. The downside is that there are monsters on board, and that nobody has seen the boat for years. But it's due to appear again soon, and Daguzi is ready to claim the treasure. He's unaware that there is a much bigger event about to take place, and that the boat only plays a small part in what's about to happen.
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July 03, 2025
Chinese animation is booming, and The Storm is yet more proof that they have what it takes to create sprawling fantasy epics. The art style is charming and colorful, the quality of the animation is high, and the score is tremendous. But what impressed me the most was the world-building, which didn't merely rely on familiar cultural and folklore elements. This is fantasy, the way fantasy is supposed to be: original, creative, and surprising. A film that deserves an adventurous audience that appreciates bold choices.