Speaking of the animated version of "Journey to the West"
I don’t know how many versions you have experienced since you were a child, right?
this issue
Wuhu will give you a brief list first.
Wukong’s acting career over the years
Now I say I’m tired
I can only force a smile
1996 Vietnamese version of Monkey King
As a person responsible for acting skills and appearance
Film studios around the world are spending huge sums of money
Invite Monkey King to be the leading actor
In order to set off Wukong's handsomeness as a man
Set Tang Sanzang and Junior Brother Sha as female characters
The play is "Legend of the Monkey King" co-produced by Australia's ABC TV station
Today I will give you an inventory of Wukong’s filming situation in the two-dimensional world~~
First, let’s take a look at some of the Chinese comic works that have been released
"Princess Iron Fan"
1941
Wan Laiming, Wan Guchan
As the first animated feature film in Asia at the time, this black-and-white film was the fourth large-scale animated art film in the history of world cinema, after "Snow White", "Lilliput" and "Pinocchio".
"Journey to the West"
1945
Zhang Guangyu
Zhang Guangyu, as the leader of Chinese satirical novels, wrote the novel at the end of World War II. In his story, he revealed the social outlook and current situation at that time.
"Zhu Bajie Eats Watermelon"
1958
Eternal Toad
Screenwriter Bao Lei, this is China's first paper-cut film created by Wan Guchan combined with traditional arts such as shadow puppetry.
Zhan Tong serves as art designer
"Havoc"
1964
Wan Laiming, Tang Cheng
As a representative work of the "China School", it is also the first color animated feature film after the founding of New China. Zhang Guangyu, the author of "Journey to the West" was responsible for the character design. This work established the most classic animated logo image of Sun Wukong.
"The Golden Monkey Conquers the Demon"
1985
Te Wei, Yan Dingxian, Lin Wenxiao
Also known as "The Three Bone Demons of the Monkey King", the art does not continue the decorative style of "Havoc in Heaven", but takes a fresh and elegant route, and the music is mainly Western string music and electronic music.
"The Monkey King of Time and Space"
in 1989
Dr. Liang Ting
The doctor in the story extracted the relic DNA of Sun Wukong, transplanted it into a monkey, and combined it with high-tech weapons and equipment to create Sun Wukong. Then, the fighting skills of the famous ninja Miyamoto Musashi and a famous karate master in history were transplanted to a flounder and a pig respectively through future high technology. They were also equipped with high-tech weapons and equipment, and they became a super time and space. Monk Sha and Zhu Bajie fell in love, and later the doctor transformed his daughter Lansi. These are the four protagonists. The overall style of the painting is very Japanese.
"Journey to the West"
Year 1999
Fang Runnan
As a huge benefit for those born in the 1990s, the broadcast of "Journey to the West" in 1999 was the only reason why countless friends stayed by the TV at 6:30 every night to watch the "Windmill" program.
The two brainwashing songs at the beginning and end of the film are still fresh in my memory: "Brother Monkey, you are really amazing. The mountains of the Five Elements cannot hold you down, and a Sun Walker pops out…" "White dragon horse, hooves facing west, carrying Tang Sanzang followed his third disciple…"
"Journey to the West"
year 2010
Peng Chao
The comic version of "Journey to the West" uses the style of the Hong Kong comic, which is unique and novel and full of strong magical romantic style.
"The Last Book"
Year 2014
white ice
It tells a follow-up story of "Journey to the West", in which a group of unreliable guys embark on a journey to find the scriptures.
concept storyboard
"The Return of the Great Sage"
2015
Tian Xiaopeng
8 Years of Sharpening the Sword is a phenomenon-level domestic animation that has been rare in many years. The biggest difference from previous adaptations is the change in the relationship between Sun Wukong and Tang Monk. It has received a huge reputation and received a high box office of 956 million.
Journey to the West
2015
Zheng Jianhe, Deng Zhihui
Originally called "Journey to the West", it was first serialized and published in Hong Kong as a physical comic book. In 2016, it was serialized online under the name "Journey to the West" in the Mainland.
It tells the story of a group of Master Tripitaka who returned from studying for Buddhist scriptures. A sudden change occurred in front of the Heavenly Palace, causing the master and his disciples to fall apart. The whereabouts of the mysterious scriptures were unknown, and at the same time, a shocking conspiracy slowly emerged. Sixteen years later, the strange scripture was born. In order to protect all sentient beings in the three realms, the Westbound team gathered again and embarked on a journey to return the scripture.
Among them, Sha Wu Jingxing's image has changed the most: he has become a desert sand demon who always wears a mask.
It was animated in 2018 and highly restored the content of the original comic.
In addition, unlike most Journey to the West works, this time Bai Longma has become one of the most popular characters from a character with a low presence in the past. In addition, the popular original character Xiaoyu, her true identity is a Qi who cultivated human form. through.
White Dragon Ma Aoxue and Xiao Yu, the daughter of the Dragon King of Tianyu Mountain
Tang Sanzang and Sun Wukong
Next, let’s take a look at what adaptations there are in other countries~
"The Adventure of Sun Wukong"
1967
Osamu Tezuka, Gisaburo Sugii
It tells the story of the master and apprentice's adventure in the West, which was full of dangers and endless fun.
"Sun Wukong and Dragon Balls"
1986
West
Adapted from the manga of the same name by the famous Japanese cartoonist Akira Toriyama, "Dragon Ball" did not continue the storyline of "Journey to the West". It is said that Akira Toriyama really wanted to make a spoof in the style of "Journey to the West" at the beginning.
"Doraemon: Nobita's Parallel Journey to the West"
1988
Chisannu
Nobita used a time machine to bring his friends to the Tang Dynasty of China to prove that he was more like Sun Wukong. Later, because of his mistakes, history was confused, and the friends embarked on an adventure to protect Master Xuanzang.
"My Sun Wukong"
in 1989
Osamu Tezuka
This is a documentary-like self-memorial by Tezuka Osamu. It records the friendship between Tezuka Osamu and Wan Laiming.
Later, in 2003, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the birth of Astro Boy, Tezuka Company released the cartoon "My Son Goku", which Osamu Tezuka devoted special emotions to.
"Various Sun Wukong"
1990
Xu Yingwan
Also known as "New Journey to the West", this Korean animation still tells the story of Tang Monk and his apprentice, but it has been changed from mythology to science fiction. In addition to the changes in the plot, major changes have also been made in the character settings.
"Most Travel Notes"
1997
Minekura Kazuya
This work uses the names of characters from "Journey to the West" to unfold a completely unrelated fantasy adventure story. With its beautiful painting style, it attracted many audiences back then.
It was first animated in 2000, and later related works such as Saiyuki (2003), Saiyuki (2004), Saiyuki Burial (2007) were released.
"Monkey King 59"
year 2002
Hamatsumori
Monkey Brother "Fifty-Nine" is set as a black-tech symbiotic person. He is not only romantic and lustful, but also transformed by Tang Monk. His combat power will decrease when he sees women and children. The national version of the show was briefly broadcast on CCTV.
However, a new adaptation is here again~~
The creators really love the four masters and apprentices~~
This shy smile~~
1878 Japanese version of "Journey to the West"
Next, let’s take a look at what new works have been announced recently
"The Great Sage Havoc in Heaven"
The latest poster was released yesterday (January 23).
As early as 2015, Tian Xiaopeng, the director of "The Return of the Great Sage", claimed to the external media that he was already preparing this new project. At the same time, it has basically no connection with previous works. It can be understood as a prequel to "The Return of the Great Sage" and a reference to "Journey to the West" A new interpretation.
In addition, the latest posters of two other works were released yesterday. Regarding the work "Deep Sea", director Tian Xiaopeng once said that this is the work he will do in his life. The story has been in his mind for many years. His Weibo name was Named "Stranger from the Deep Sea". "Nezha: The Devil Boy Comes into the World" is co-produced with Coco Bean Animation.
The first two works will be released in 2020, and "Nezha: The Devil Boy Comes into the World" will be officially released in July this year. Let's look forward to meeting you in a place deeper than the sea~
"Journey to the West: The Reincarnation of the Demon King"
"The Reincarnation of the Demon King" produced by Xinghao Pictures reflects the appearance of all living beings through the frivolous young Monkey King, the imprisoned immortal master and apprentice, and the ruthless super villain matrix whose identity is a mystery…
It is understood that this project began in 2014 with story development, art setting and other early stages. In addition, the behind-the-scenes production team "Qi Cartoon" has representative works such as "Ma Xiaotiao" and "Crazy!" Guibao" and so on.
The film will be released globally in 2020.
"The Little Prince Qitian"
The
What? Sun Wukong has a son? !
This work has been officially approved and will be filmed by Bona Pictures in cooperation with Japan's Toei Animation. "Don't Mess with Ants" director John A. Davis directed; "Shrek 2" screenwriters J. David Steam and David N. Weiss wrote the script; character design was by "Sonic the Hedgehog" The designer Naoto Oshima is in charge; former Pixar and Disney Chuck will participate in the production, and the film crew plans to find a mature Chinese animation studio for production.
According to reports, the son of the Monkey King in the story was naughty and unmotivated when he was a child. Aliens invaded the earth, and his father sent him to protect the earth. During this period, he met the Ellie siblings who were looking for their parents. On the way to help them, he also They have been attacked by aliens, and later Lao Sha and Piggy joined in to fight side by side. The overall story tells the story of the little prince's continuous growth as he defeats foreign enemies.
This work will also be released to everyone in 2020.
What? besides?
Yes!
The adapted version of "Journey to the West" directed by Japanese artist Mirai Mizue will be officially unveiled in Bordeaux in March this year.
In fact, as early as August 2018, this project plan was announced in the final list of Japan’s “2018 Artist Assistance Program”:
Now that some of the visual effects have been released, let’s take a look.
The work will be produced by Parisian company Miyu in collaboration with Japanese studio New Deer.
The background of the story is: when the sun threatens to explode and end all life on earth, little Wukong wakes up and begins to travel west in search of wisdom, guidance and the meaning of life. His adventure will bring him face to face with his most dangerous adversary and will determine the fate of humanity.
Director Mirai Mizue is a representative of Japan's new generation of abstract animation. His films have been nominated at numerous animation festivals such as Annecy, Zagreb, Ottawa and Hiroshima, among others. His intense obsession with cells compelled him to paint every frame with astonishing density. Lately he has been trying to branch out into new territory: minimalist abstract animation using linear numbers.
Portfolio 2003-2013
I’m curious about how Wukong will appear in the abstract world this time~~
Mirai Mizue was born in Tokyo in 1981. When he was three years old, he is said to have drawn a perfect circle, which surprised those around him. When he studied graphic design at Tama Art University in 2002, some said he drew illustrations that seemed to be moving. Since then he has continued to study, explore and create abstract animation and is best known for his love of cells and geometric shapes in non-narrative animated films. Served as a judge at the 2010 South Korea SICAF International Animation Festival. As an illustrator, he has provided his paintings for many Japanese novelists, and is a member of the Japan Animation Association and ASIFA JAPAN (Japanese Branch of the Asian Animation Society).
Let’s take a brief look at some of the director’s previous works:
(2017)
The implication of this work is that this animation will never be completed: as long as there is imagination in the world, it will continue…
This work was screened at the closing ceremony of the Annecy Animation Festival in 2018.
(2013)
This is a 365-day animation project. From April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013, Mirai Mizue will produce a new 1 second (24 frames) short film every day. In addition, this is a project that allows the public to participate, When you put your name in a 1-second clip on your birthday, you can join the project for free.
In this work, you can see the director's exploration of flowing forms such as cells and microorganisms, as if a child is full of energy in an unknown world, running around, never stopping.
Haha~ It turns out that the process of making backgrounds is so free and easy~~
This work was also screened at the Annecy Animation Festival in 2014.
Interactive film exhibition organized in cooperation with
And there's more…
And and (2011)
The smooth music has a strong chemical reaction with the world created by the director.
The work won the Best Music Award at the Czech International Animation Film Festival.
(2010)
What kind of world is this constructed?
Two months after "", the director completed this work. Inspired by an optical illusion, such as an Escher painting. The director used isometric painting when creating.
(Extended reading: Moritz Cornelis Escher, a Dutch panel painter, is famous for the mathematical nature of his paintings. In his works, you can see fractals, symmetry, closely spaced planes, The visual expression of mathematical concepts such as hyperbolic geometry and polyhedra. His creative fields also include early landscape paintings, impossible objects, and spherical mirrors.)
NO.2 won the nomination award at the Venice International Film Festival and was highly sought after. It also won the SACEM Award (Best Music Award) at the Annecy Animation Festival.
NO.2 Preview
(2010)
This is like the innocent world in a child's eyes: constant change; a combination of order and chaos. Some improvised animation is incorporated here. Inspired by Miro's abstract oil paintings, you can feel the movement and music permeating them.
This film was nominated for the 2010 Annecy Film Festival in France.
Warning ahead! !
If you have trypophobia, please close your eyes for 2 seconds! !
Jam(2009)
The director said that he had the idea for this film when he attended the Ottawa International Comic Festival in 2008 and spent four months on it.
The film is based on a very simple idea: more and more sounds, more and more creatures. The director wanted to extricate himself from the maddening experience of creating "" ("Eating") and filled the screen with noisy movement.
This work won the Artistic Achievement Award at the International Animation Festival in 2009; it was nominated at the Zagreb, Croatia and Hiroshima Film Festivals in Japan in 2010; and was screened at the Annecy Film Festival in France in 2009.
(2008)
This is the director's first official work as a freelancer. It was originally created for video websites.
This film won the second prize at the Madrid International Animation Festival in 2009; was recommended by the jury of the Japan Media Arts Festival in 2008; and was screened at the Annecy Animation Festival in France in 2008.
Trip-Trap! (2005)
This is the director's university graduation film. It consists of a set of quick montages of different techniques. It reproduces the director's fragmented thoughts.
Next, let’s take a look at the general situation of the two producers~
Miyu is a French audiovisual production company established in 2009, and its works have been selected into many international film festivals.
Among them, "Egg", a short film produced in collaboration with the studio in 2018, won the "Jean-Luc Best Debut Award" at the Annecy International Animation Festival. (Jean-Luc was a late member of the Annecy International Animation Festival organizing team)
In 2017, "Dix moins-trois", a combination of real-life shooting, 2D and 3D, won the "Transcendence Award" at the Annecy International Animation Festival and was selected for a total of 34 international film festivals.
In the same year, the animated feature film " " cooperating with DANSK Studio won the "Animation Film Festival Association Award" and the "French Feature Film Animation André-Award" at the Annecy International Animation Festival. (André- is a French film director)
Another production company is New Deer, a Japanese animation studio established in 2015. The works produced have also won multiple international awards:
In 2016, he participated in the production of the animated feature film "The Girl Hands" (The Girl Without Hands), which won the "Special Jury Prize" and the "Best French Film Award" at the Annecy International Animation Festival.
In 2015, the work "Don" (Tomorrowland) that he participated in the production won a total of 38 awards, including the "Audience Award" and "Special Jury Award" at the Annecy International Animation Festival.
In 2013, he participated in the production of the animated feature film "Ale Ableu" (The Boy and the World), which won a total of 36 awards including Oscar nominations.