Apr. 04, 2021|United States | France|52 Min.|TV-Y7
Genre: Adventure;Animation;Comedy;Crime;Drama;Family;Kids;Music;Mystery
Description: “Miraculous World: Shanghai – The Legend of Ladydragon” is a 2021 animated film that delivers stunning visuals but falls short in certain areas. While the animation quality is impressive, the film struggles to balance its focus on its main characters, Marinette (Ladybug) and Adrien (Cat Noir). Despite the series’ title emphasizing both heroes, Cat Noir’s presence feels minimal, leaving fans missing his signature humor and playful interactions with Ladybug. Additionally, the Kwamis, beloved by fans, are barely featured.
The introduction of Fey and her zodiac powers adds a unique and enjoyable element to the story, though her character could have been explored more deeply. The action sequences in this special surpass those in the New York-themed installment, making it worth a watch despite its shortcomings.
On a related note, Jeremy Zag, the creator, hinted at a potential crossover with other ZAG Heroez series, such as “Pixie Girl” and “Ghostforce,” in 2016. Concept art for the project was revealed in 2017, sparking excitement among fans. However, later updates suggested that “Ghostforce” might not be part of the crossover.
While “Miraculous World: Shanghai – The Legend of Ladydragon” has its flaws, it remains a visually captivating addition to the franchise worth revisiting, though fans may hope for improvements in future installments.
Cast director: Thomas Astruc
Cast actor: Anouck Hautbois, Benjamin Bollen
Original name: Miraculous World: Shanghai, la légende de Ladydragon