On April 18, the beloved global icon Doraemon debuted its latest 2025 film, Doraemon The Movie: Nobita's Art World Tale at the 15th Beijing International Film Festival, where it held a special early Asian premiere screening. Marking the film's first official screening in Asia outside of Japan, the event was met with overwhelming acclaim from audiences. As the 45th anniversary commemorative film of the Doraemon movie series, the film was released in Japan this March to widespread critical acclaim, earning the highest rating ever for a Doraemon film on the renowned review platform Filmarks. Directed by Yukiyo Teramoto and written by Satoshi Ito, the film follows Nobita and Doraemon as they use the magical gadget "Art Access Light" to dive into the world of a painting. There, they encounter a mysterious girl named Claire, who urges them to travel to the Duchy of Artalier. But as they set out on this fantastical journey, an ancient legend of "world destruction" tied to Artalier is ominously revived. While pursuing the secret of a mythical gem, Doraemon and his friends are swept into an unprecedented crisis. Can Nobita and the gang defy destiny and save this world from its foretold doom?

Asian Premiere Draws Rave Reviews! Fans Ignite the Atmosphere with Unstoppable Enthusiasm

This screening of Doraemon The Movie: Nobita's Art World Tale at BJIFF marks the first official showing in Asia outside of Japan. The screening sparked a wave of excitement, with all three showings sold out - the first session selling out within moments of ticket release. Film critics and enthusiastic fans gathered for this joyful celebration of Doraemon's 45th anniversary. Following the screenings, audiences eagerly shared their thoughts and emotional reactions. Renowned film critic Ye Buxiu praised the film, saying: "It has everything - plot twists, emotional depth, laugh-out-loud moments, and touching scenes. It’s no surprise this 45th anniversary production has been soaring at the Japanese box office and receiving such stellar reviews." Another critic commented:"The climactic battle was a highlight - the hand-drawn quality of the action and the dynamic camera angles added a real sense of immersion. The plot reversals and emotional tension were perfectly executed." Young moviegoers shared their excitement:"Watching it on the big screen was absolutely worth it - the visuals were stunning!" "I've grown up with Doraemon, and watching it in theaters every year has become a tradition. This anniversary edition was especially moving." "What we love about Doraemon isn't just his gadgets - it's the friendship behind every adventure." Parents watching with their children reflected on the film's timeless charm:"I loved Doraemon when I was a kid, and now I get to share it with my child. It's both entertaining and meaningful." Meanwhile, kids were completely captivated by the magical world of the film, exclaiming: "I couldn't get enough - I want to watch it again!"

During the interactive segment, the entire audience lit up their phone flashlights in unison, creating a dazzling sea of lights that illuminated a glowing symbol commemorating Doraemon's 45th anniversary. This magical moment symbolically "summoned" Doraemon from his art world adventure onto the stage, igniting the crowd with excitement and emotion. As a special guest, Doraemon brought joy and laughter to the evening - not only acting as the judge for a lively trivia game, but also handing out beautifully designed commemorative posters to lucky audience members. With heartfelt warmth, he shared a message that resonated throughout the theater: "Your support gives us the courage to keep adventuring!"