Afanti is back at National Day holiday

3D animated film "The Adventure of Afanti" is due out in Chinese cinemas on October 1st.

The film starts from a sudden water crisis which has shattered the peaceful life of grape city. Afandi then embarks on a journey with his new friends through the Gobi Desert to help the people find the water's source.

A poster was released for 3D animation film "The Adventure of Afanti," which is due in Chinese cinemas on October 1st.[Photo: movie.douban.com]

Film critics say the new 3D film has a brisk narrative pace, which combines the tension of an adventure legend with a lighthearted comedy style.

About four decades ago, the story of Afanti, a popular folk hero in Xinjiang, enjoyed a high level of popularity among children in China, and the character appeared quite often in Cartoons and books. The story of Afanti was also among the very first cartoon series in China.