‘Jiang Ziya’ and the Unbearable Lightness of Bourgeois Humanism

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
The real-life Jiang Ziya was a bold strategist who overthrew a tyrant. His cinematic counterpart mostly mopes — and audiences seem to like it that way. Read More

Headlines from China: iQIYI’s Successful Release of Another Suspense Drama for Its Highly-Acclaimed ‘Mist Theater’

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
iQiyi’s fifth suspense drama in its highly-acclaimed “Mist Theater” series—“The Long Night” is making headlines again. Read More

Headlines from China: The Worrying Living Situation of Chinese Independent Filmmakers

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
Jiang’s action generated a wide discussion about the current living situation of Chinese independent filmmakers who cannot make films due to limited financing and all the other roadblocks. Read More

Headlines from China: Stephen Chow Films ‘King of Comedy 2,’ Eying 2019 Chinese New Year Release 

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
Hong Kong media reports that Stephen Chow currently is filming 'King of Comedy 2' in mainland China, a sequel to Chow's 1999 comedy film 'King of Comedy'. Read More

Headlines from China: The “Unlucky” Talent Television & Film Co.

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
There were times when Talent Television and Film Co. gained tremendous attention, resources, and ultimately revenues because of its close collaborations with A-listers. Today, however, this model is taking a toll on the company. Read More

Elaine Chin: Digital’s Impact on Hollywood-China Entertainment

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
How blockbusters and digital platforms are changing Hollywood’s relationship with China. Read More

Making Films that Chinese Audiences Want to See

 /  Box Office  / 
Understanding the nuances of Chinese culture and people can make or break a movie. Read More

Johnnie To, Hong Kong Cinema and the Mainland

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
Straddling their home turf and the highly profitable Mainland market, Johnnie To and Milkyway Image may be emblematic of challenges faced by Hong Kong cinema more widely – and of ways to tackle them. Read More

Headlines from China: Will 2018 Become China’s “Hollywood Blackout Year?”

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
All the recent government policies send one message: the box office growth of local films will become a top priority. Read More

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