Hey hey, animation lovers!
Alright fam, let’s just say it straight — Ne Zha 2 an Animated Movie came in like a whole vibe. It’s bold, it’s loud, it’s got flames (literally), and yeah… it kinda hits different. For real, if you were even slightly into the first Ne Zha movie, this sequel’s probably been on your radar for a while.
So I watched it — twice, no shame — and here’s my full deep-dive, no-BS review of Ne Zha 2. We’re talkin’ what I absolutely loved, what felt off, and what should’ve been done to make it the GOAT. Let’s get into it 🔥
🧨 First off… What even is Ne Zha 2?
So if you’re new here — Ne Zha is this Chinese mythological figure who basically became an animated superhero icon in the 2019 movie. And that film? Kinda cracked. Like, it mixed deep lore with meme energy, and people went crazy over it.
Fast forward to Ne Zha 2 and we’ve got our boy coming back, reborn, kinda edgier, kinda darker — but still that chaotic legend we all rooted for. The animation? Wildly slick. The plot? Uhh… let’s talk.
💖 What I loved about Ne Zha 2
1. The Animation Was Straight-Up Art
No lie, the visuals were on beast mode. From the color grading to the fiery combat sequences, every frame looked like someone spent hours crafting it for pure eye-candy. The transitions were smooth AF, and when Ne Zha fully powered up? Ugh, goosebumps.
There were moments where I straight-up paused to just admire the background art. Like—who needs real life when your animation looks that good?
2. Ne Zha’s Glow-Up
This man (okay, mythological boy) went from rebellious baby with fire powers to an actual threat. In the best way. You can feel how much he’s grown, emotionally and power-wise. He’s not just lashing out anymore — he’s thinking, hurting, growing. It’s giving character development.
Plus, they made him just the right amount of emo without overdoing it. He’s got trauma, he’s got responsibility, and he’s learning to own it. That quiet rage? That self-doubt? It hit.
3. The Soundtrack Was A Whole Mood
The score? Lowkey slapped. It wasn’t just background noise — it was mood-setting magic. Big fights felt more intense, the sad bits got heavier, and the triumphant moments? Uplifting as heck.
It’s like the music was its own character. And that’s rare, tbh.
💀 What I didn’t vibe with
1. The Plot Got… Kinda Messy
Okay, let’s be real — halfway through the movie, I had that “wait, what’s going on again?” moment. It felt like they were juggling too many threads at once. Some characters popped in and out with no real purpose, and certain twists didn’t really hit as hard as they were supposed to.
Like, the emotional stakes were almost there… but didn’t fully land. I was like, “Y’all almost made me cry but not quite.”
2. Some Characters Got Done Dirty
There were side characters I was actually hyped for — they showed up, teased a cool backstory, and then… nothing. No closure. No real arc. Just vibes.
It felt like they were setting up this epic ensemble but forgot to give some of them depth. Not every side character needs a redemption arc, but c’mon, at least give them something to work with.
3. The Pacing Was All Over The Place
At some points it was fast-forward chaos, and then suddenly… deep emotional silence for way too long. It’s like the movie couldn’t decide if it wanted to be an action flick or a poetic journey. And trust me, you can be both — but it’s gotta be balanced.
🧠 What should’ve been added
1. More Flashbacks = More Feels
They kinda rushed through Ne Zha’s emotional baggage. I wanted to see more of his internal struggle, more throwbacks to his past life and relationships. That stuff would’ve hit hard and helped us understand his mindset better.
Imagine more scenes of him looking at his past self, or even dreaming of old memories. That would’ve deepened the vibe for real.
2. A Clearer Villain Motivation
The antagonist? Kinda meh. Like, yeah they were strong and intimidating and all that, but the “why” behind their actions felt vague. I wanted to understand them, maybe even feel a little bad for them. But instead it was just, “I’m evil, fear me!”
We’re in the era of nuanced villains, and Ne Zha 2 lowkey missed the opportunity there.
3. Better Dialogue in Key Moments
Some of those deep convos that were supposed to shake us? Fell a bit flat. They were either too cliché or too cryptic. I wanted rawness. Like give me the “I’m breaking but I’m still standing” energy. The lines were pretty, but they didn’t stab the way they could’ve.
🚫 What shouldn’t have been there
1. Filler Scenes That Went Nowhere
There were a few cutaways and side quests that felt like fluff. Like, we’re mid-crisis and suddenly it’s joke time? Nah fam, not the move. That kinda took me out of the immersion, even though the jokes were cute.
2. Overly Complicated Magic Rules
Okay so hear me out — the world-building is cool, but when you start adding ten layers of magical laws, you kinda lose people. I’m down for fantasy, but not when I need a notepad to keep track of which power works where.
Keep it mystical, but make it make sense, y’know?
🎬 Final Thoughts (No Cap)
So, Ne Zha 2 is not perfect. It has flaws, a lil plot confusion, and characters that deserved more spotlight. But — and this is a big but — it’s still worth watching.
The visuals slap. The soundtrack goes hard. And Ne Zha as a character? Still carrying the whole thing on his mythical little shoulders.
If you’re into myth-based animation that looks stunning and brings a ton of intensity, this one’s gonna feed your soul. It’s just… maybe don’t expect it to hit you emotionally the way the first one did unless you really connect with the characters.
Rating: 7.8/10 — it’s fire, just not the full blaze we wanted.
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