Adele Lim(2)
Raya and the Last Dragon is an animated adventure full of butt-kickery and a range of cultural and personal influences. Watch the trailer, then scroll on as screenwriter Adele Lim answers some questions about her inspiration...
BRACELETS (1905) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
Hi, Adele, What inspired your love of storytelling?
Sheet music:Whistle While You WorkThe Strong National Museum of Play
BRACELETS (1905) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
The film centres on relationships between humans and dragons. What inspired the film's dragons, and what do dragons mean to you?
Naga Maedaw serpent (2018) by Soe Yu Nwe b.1989Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)
The 12 Zodiac Animal Generals : General Dragon (1983/1985) by Choi_Yu-HyunNational Intangible Heritage Center
Some of Adele's inspiration for the character of Sisu came from the dragon of the Chinese zodiac. Learn more about the zodiac creatures, and discover which one suits you, with this quiz.
BRACELETS (1905) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
Speaking of the cultural influences on the film, do you have a favorite museum where you get inspiration?
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Cloud Forest, Singapore
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BRACELETS (1905) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
Did this inspire the world of Kumandra in Raya and the Last Dragon?
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BRACELETS (1905) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
Speaking of fruits and foods, how important is food in the film?
Soup bowl (1)
BRACELETS (1905) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
What's your own favorite dish?
Floating market at the Banjarmasin, Indonesia (2016)China National Silk Museum
BRACELETS (1905) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
Raya's best buddy is a character called Tuk Tuk. Could you tell us a little about Tuk Tuk?
Ground pangolinThe Natural History Museum
BRACELETS (1905) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
Raya is a warrior. What influences from Southeast Asian culture or from your own life inspired her character?
KERIS (circa 19th century) by UnknownMuseum Nasional Indonesia
Did you know? Raya's curved sword is inspired by historical Southeast Asian weapons like this keris. Click here to zoom in to its meticulous detail for yourself.
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Sewu temple, GUPALA statue and Merapi as a background. by PT.Taman Wisata Candi Borobudur, Prambanan & Ratu Boko [PERSERO]PT. Taman Wisata Candi Borobudur Prambanan dan Ratu Boko
Many details from Raya's world of Kumandra were inspired by the Buddhist temples and architecture of Southeast Asia. Click here to learn more and explore 10 Ancient Temples from Home
