Headlines From China: Marvel Superheroes Return to Chinese Cinemas after Nearly Four Years

Marvel Superheroes Return to Chinese Cinemas after Nearly Four Years

Marvel’s superheroes began their return to China’s massive movie market after an apparent ban of nearly four years on Tuesday, with fans streaming into cinemas to watch “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”. The Disney-owned studio’s hugely popular franchises have been absent from Chinese screens since 2019, with no explanation. Read more France 24

Zhang Yimou’s Record-Breaking ‘Full River Red’ Snapped Up by Edko, Veteran Producer Bill Kong Optimistic for Chinese Cinema

Bill Kong, Asia’s leading film producer, has turned quietly optimistic about the prospects for Chinese cinema. The sales and distribution arm of his Hong Kong-based Edko Films has picked up international sales rights to “Full River Red,” the Chinese film that’s the world’s highest grossing movie with a 2023 release. Read more Variety