Children in line for a visual feast

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"After my son watched the show online he did a painting, which combines an airplane with my face. I like it very much because it is full of imagination," says French photographer Anais Martane, who married award-winning Chinese actor Liu Ye in 2009. Their 5-year-old son, Nuoyi, and 3-year-old daughter Nina, have won many fans after Liu let them participate in the third season of popular Chinese reality TV show, Where Are We Going, Dad?, early this year. The show is aired by Hunan Satellite TV Station.

Martane also says she usually plays classic animation films at home for her children, such as Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven. The 1960s film is an adaptation of the famous Chinese novel Journey to the West.

"Tone, narration and speed are important elements to tell stories, which attract children," she says. "Don't underestimate children. They can tell what good animation is."

The promoter of the show, Martane first watched Tout-Petits Cinema online and was impressed by the warm and happy atmosphere.

"With simple pictures and charming music, sometimes hilarious and sometimes serious, I had a delightful experience," she says. "I believe it's a show that caters to the whole family."

chennan@chinadaily.com.cn