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A push and pull between environmentalism and admiration of human habitats runs through The Legend of Hei, evoking similar themes in other fantasies like it. The film, first released in Chinese cinemas in 2019 and debuting today in North America on digital platforms via , stages a clash between the spiritual world and the modern. Its themes of spirituality alongside human ambition and technologies, its combat tied to the elements, and its goofy sense of humor will likely remind Western viewers of Nickelodeon’s Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra. But while there’s a lot of familiar material in the film, it rarely feels derivative thanks to its strong world-building, visual creativity, and sheer charm. ....
American audiences will get a chance to see The Legend of Hei, the Chinese film that topped the box office in its home country and has drawn comparisons to Studio Ghibli. Shout! Studios has acquired all North American rights, in a partnership with France’s Play Big. The fantasy feature tells the story of a cat demon who strikes out in search of a new home after his forest habitat is destroyed. Directed by Ping Zhang, who goes by the name MTJJ, the film opened at the top of the Chinese box office in September 2019, and went on to gross $48 million. Its festival run included Annecy, where it played in competition this year. A sequel is in development. ....