The Technological Evolution of Domestic Animation from the Perspective of Imaginative Consumption—Observation based on the Trilogy "White Snake"
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Animation, Film, Digital Technology, Special Effects, Domestic Animation, Film Technology, Imagination, ConsumptionAbstract
With the continuous advancement of digital technology, digital film aesthetics have injected unprecedented creativity into modern animation, endowing it with richer visual language and emotional expression. Through the clever integration of technology and art, domestic animated films have not only become a carrier of visual feasts, but also an important bridge for cultural inheritance and emotional resonance. Represented by the White Snake Trilogy, domestic animated films have inherited traditional culture and integrated advanced technology, forming a unique aesthetic style. This style not only showcases the profound cultural heritage of the nation, but also presents an animated expression that combines international perspective and local temperament.
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