30,000 Miles From Chang'an
7
Quality Score
0.19 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
172
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
A few years after the Anshi Rebellion, the Tibetan army invaded the southwest and the Tang dynasty military commander Gao Shi suffered a defeat in battle. Chang'an was in imminent danger. Gao Shi, who was trapped in the besieged city, recalled his past experiences with Li Bai to the eunuch who served as the military supervisor.
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is largely positive, praising the animation quality, mature storytelling, and historical depth. Some criticism is directed towards character design and potential difficulties for non-Chinese speakers due to the heavy use of poetry. Overall, the film is considered a high-quality animated experience, especially for those interested in Chinese history and culture.
Strengths
- Stunning animation rivaling Disney and Dreamworks
- Excellent storyboarding and direction
- High production value and quality
- Gorgeous cinematography and sound design
- Mature, historical drama with substance
Weaknesses
- Character designs perceived as weird or annoying
- Potential difficulty with subtitles due to complex poetry
- Map visualization could be improved