Kha Y Tran Nobody (Little Demon of Langlang Mountain) is a 2025 Chinese fantasy animated film written and directed by Yu Shui. The Shanghai Animation Film Studio produced the movie and adapted it from an episode of Chinese Strange Tales. As a result, it became the highest-grossing 2D animated film in Chinese history.
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About the Film
- Vietnam release date: January 23, 2026
- Genres: Animation, Fantasy, Comedy, Drama
- Director: Shui Yu
- Style: Hand-drawn 2D animation with a strong artistic look
- Douban rating: ~8.5/10
Story Summary – A Fresh Take on Journey to the West
The story follows four weak and forgotten demons: Pig, Toad, Weasel, and Gorilla. At first, Pig and Toad try to survive by robbing travelers. However, they fail. So they look for work at the cave of the Tiger King. Unfortunately, they make a mistake and get chased away.
With no other choice, they decide to pretend to be Tang Monk and his students. In this way, they can beg for food on the road.
Along the journey, they face many problems. For example, people misunderstand them. Then enemies kidnap them. Later, others expose them as fakes. Finally, they meet Huangmei, a demon who acts like a Buddha. He steals children and plans to use them as sacrifices.
At that point, the little demons must choose. They can either gain power or protect the children. In the end, they choose the right path.
So they use a forbidden spell. The spell gives them great strength. However, it also takes away their future. Together, they fight Huangmei and defeat him. As a result, they turn back into simple animals.
Even so, their story does not end in shame. The villagers honor them with a small shrine. In addition, Sun Wukong gives them magic hairs to protect their lives. Therefore, their sacrifice lives on.
Visual Style & Aesthetics
The film mixes traditional Chinese ink art with modern animation.
First, the team drew over 1,800 scenes by hand. Then they created more than 2,000 detailed backgrounds. Because of this, every frame feels soft, calm, and beautiful.
At the same time, the movie keeps a light and funny tone. So both kids and adults can enjoy it.
Themes & Humanistic Values
Beyond entertainment, the film delivers powerful metaphors about:
- Self-worth – No matter how insignificant you feel, you still have value.
- Leaving your comfort zone – Change can matter more than success itself.
- Adult resonance – The story reflects pressures, failure, and the realities of modern society.
Strengths
- A fresh perspective on Journey to the West
- Distinctive visual identity rooted in Chinese culture
- Deep, relatable themes
- Suitable for all ages
Weaknesses
- A slower, more introspective pace may feel uneventful for viewers seeking pure action
- Heavy symbolism can make some messages feel overly direct
Final Thoughts
Nobody (Little Demon of Langlang Mountain) is one of the most impressive 2D animated films in recent years—entertaining, emotional, and inspiring. It’s a movie best experienced in theaters to fully enjoy its humor, beauty, and quiet, moving moments. Don’t miss it on the big screen!
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