On August 15, according to Maoyan Professional Edition data, the animated film “Little Monster of Langlang Mountain” achieved a cumulative box office (including presales) exceeding 807.9 million yuan, surpassing the box office performance of Japanese director Makoto Shinkai’s film “Suzume.” This makes it the highest-grossing 2D animated film in Chinese cinema history. Maoyan’s latest forecast predicts that “Little Monster of Langlang Mountain” will exceed 1.7 billion yuan at the box office.
Little Monster of Langlang Mountain
The “Little Monster of Langlang Mountain” is a mysterious and lesser-known cultural or folkloric figure associated with Langlang Mountain, a region in China. While details about its origins are scarce, it is often linked to local legends or myths, possibly serving as a protective spirit or a cautionary tale tied to the mountain’s natural environment. The story may reflect traditional beliefs about the harmony between humans and nature in Chinese folklore.
Suzume
“Suzume” (meaning “sparrow” in Japanese) is not a specific place or cultural site but often appears in Japanese folklore, art, and literature as a symbol of joy and good fortune. In some regional shrines, such as the Suzumenomiya Shrine in Kyoto, sparrows are celebrated as divine messengers. These cultural references highlight the sparrow’s longstanding role in Japan’s traditions and natural heritage.
