1) Traditional Chinese animation such as shadow puppetry and flip books influenced the development of animation. 2) Early Chinese animator Wei Zhihua created unique animated films in China and was the only Chinese artist to win an international animation award. 3) Famous Chinese animated films such as "Buffalo Boy and The Flute" incorporated Chinese ink painting styles and themes. 4) American animated films found success by assimilating elements of Chinese culture stories like "Mulan" and "Kung Fu Panda" to appeal to global audiences.