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Headlines from China: Chinese Moviegoers’ Hollywood Fatigue

Apr 11, 2019 / Headlines From China /

As special effects can’t easily impress Chinese audience any more, lack of creativity and clichéd storytelling become real problems. Read More

Headlines from China: Chinese Cinemas Cash On Marvel Fans’ Passion for The Upcoming ‘Avengers: Endgame’

Apr 10, 2019 / Headlines From China /

'Avengers: Endgame' is set to release in China on April 24. Chinese Marvel fans have been expressing their eagerness to see the film on Chinese social media. Read More

Headlines from China: Chang Chen to Play Timothee Chalamet’s Mentor in ‘Dune’

Apr 9, 2019 / Headlines From China /

It's confirmed today that Taiwanese actor Chang Chen will join Legendary’s upcoming sci-fi film Dune to play Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet)'s mentor. Read More

Headlines from China: China’s Largest Online Retailer Seeks Esports Players with Enticing Offers

Apr 8, 2019 / Headlines From China /

On April 1, the Chinese government officially recognizes thirteen new professions, which include esports operators and esports players. On the same day, Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com’s esports club JDG posted job opportunities to seek highly skilled esports players. Read More

Headlines from China: Media Giant CMC to Launch CMC Times Entertainment

Apr 5, 2019 / Headlines From China /

On April 4, Chinese media and entertainment giant CMC Inc. (China Media Capita) announced the launch of CMC Times Entertainment as a consolidated platform for its fashion, lifestyle and live entertainment assets. Read More

Headlines from China: Meet the Chinese Backer of Ang Lee’s ‘Gemini Man’

Apr 4, 2019 / Headlines From China /

The new film is financially backed by a group of entertainment powerhouses, including Skydance Media, Paramount Pictures and Chinese conglomerate and investment company Fosun Group. Read More

Headlines from China: Fan Bingbing to Star in ‘355’ Despite Tax Evasion Scandal

Apr 3, 2019 / Headlines From China /

355 director Simon Kinberg confirmed in a recent interview that Fan Bingbing, as well as other female actresses announced earlier, will all appear in the movie. Read More

Headlines from China: China Beats North America Box Office in Q1 Again

Apr 2, 2019 / Headlines From China /

Chinese new year holiday was undoubtedly the most lucrative period in Q1 with ‘The Wandering Earth’ totaling RMB 4.6 billion. Read More

April Screenings of Chinese-language Films in NYC and LA

Apr 2, 2019 / Guide /

This month: Bi Gan's arthouse hit 'Long Day's Journey into Night,' Stephon Marbury documentary at Tribeca, and the first Lou Ye restropective in North America. Read More

Headlines from China: China Box Office Saw Significant Drop in March

Apr 1, 2019 / Headlines From China /

This past March, China box office totaled RMB 4.14 billion, which is RMB 977 million less compared to the same month of 2018. Read More

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