"Cats and Mice: Astrolabe" premieres Cat and Mouse IP introduces China myths

Jiuzhiwang Film Beijing News On August 2, the animated film "Cat and Mouse: Astrolabe" held its premiere in Beijing. The audience immersively felt the happiness brought by the pair of "childhood friends". Tom and Jerry interacted with each other in surprise, and the joy extended from the movie to the off-screen. The atmosphere at the scene was warm, and many fans and parent-child families gathered together to witness a new chapter in this cross-era classic IP.

"Cat and Mouse: Astrolabe" tells the story of Tom and Jerry accidentally traveling through time and space, entering the ancient mythological world of China, and embarking on a happy fantasy adventure. They met a group of interesting new partners, shuttled through the dazzling bustling market, staged the familiar classic chase again, and even got involved in a mysterious duel.

After the screening of the premiere film, the dreamy bubbles slowly fell. The fairy tale atmosphere brought the atmosphere to a climax. The children happily reached out to pick up the bubbles, and the parents were also immersed in this pure joy. Yang Shaojing, co-producer and chief producer of "Cats and Mice: Astrolabe", and director Zhang Gang also visited the scene to interact enthusiastically with fans and share their creative ideas.

Kurt, the film's producer, attended the post-screening meeting and said: "We have always known that the story of" Cats and Mice "is deeply loved by China audiences. By chance, director Zhang Gang gave us a novel story, which combines China's five right and six beasts with Tom Jerry. It coincides with the 85th anniversary of the IP of" Cats and Mice ". We hope to bring this story to China audiences." The two guests not only answered in detail the questions of "little fans" about the production of the film, but also expressed their sincere love and expectation for the China market and audience. Then Tom and Jerry appeared in surprise, and the playful "cat and mouse" combination launched a cute five-shot series, triggering constant applause and laughter from the scene, and the audience also recorded this rare moment of tacit understanding.

In addition, Wang Chuan, director of the domestic fantasy animation series "Kuiba", shared his deep feelings as a special guest. He mentioned: "I was only in my 20s when I first watched" Cats and Mice ". The animation did not require any language. People all over the world could understand it and was very happy to watch it." He also said that during the movie, I felt the same shock and joy as when I watched "Cats and Mice" before.

Mao Shuo, director of sound production of the film, said,"When I first watched the sample, I was very surprised that the director could integrate Eastern and Western cultures so skillfully." He used this as the creative basis to "maintain the pronunciation characteristics of Tom's character and Western humor." At the same time,"it incorporates traditional sound design related to Oriental mythology, hoping to bring a different experience to everyone."

The children and the audience also spoke actively: "Tom and Jerry don't say a word, but I can understand what they want to express." Parents lamented: "The film is not only beautiful and has a tight plot, but also allows children to feel the charm of traditional culture."; Young fans said that "it was very fun to watch the movie and the ending was very burning","It is a particularly good comedy mode to keep Tom and Jerry's dialogue free setting and use physical communication."

Many viewers also expressed their love for the film at the premiere, praising the film for not only continuing the humorous taste of the classic cat-and-mouse chase, but also injecting mysterious and fantasy oriental elements, giving the golden pair new vitality. "Cats and Mice: Astrolabe" cleverly integrates Eastern and Western cultural symbols and mythological elements to present a familiar and fresh visual experience. While inheriting the classics, it incorporates modern emotions and values, conveying the theme of friendship, courage and growth., won the resonance of audiences of different ages. Open up fantasy adventures for children in a relaxed and happy atmosphere, and at the same time allow them to concretely experience the charm of traditional culture in the animation light and shadow.

It is reported that the animated film "Cat and Mouse: Astrolabe" is being screened nationwide.