Teen Stars and Red Films: What China Baidu-Searched in 2017

 /  News  / 
Here are some of the top searches from Baidu, providing insight into what had Chinese netizens in stitches, gnashing their teeth, or reaching for tissues over the past year. Read More

Why Chinese Animations Struggle to Capture the Country’s Essence

 /  Opinion  / 
The need to showcase notions of Chineseness deprives domestic animators of the simple pleasure of telling good stories through their films. Read More

Headlines from China: China Media Capital Launches CMC Live

 /  Headlines From China  / 
CMC live was launched on January 10, aiming to integrate music and live performance talent across the Chinese entertainment industry and serve as a platform for live performances in China. Read More

Headlines from China: Trading Fame is a High-Risk Bet for Celebrities and Investors

 /  Headlines From China  / 
Over the past a few years, China saw a wave of mergers and acquisitions that involve celebrities or celebrity-owned companies. Top entertainment firms are eager to win over bankable stars while the stars are eager to cash in their fame. Read More

Who Is Kris Wu? Meet the Chinese Actor and Millennial Icon

 /  Entertainment Marketing  / 
You can love or hate Kris Wu, but you can’t ignore him. With over 27 million Weibo followers and another 5.6 million Instagram fans, the 27-year-old actor-singer-songwriter is one of the most influential superstars in China. Read More

Headlines from China: What Disney’s Chinese Partner Has to Say about ‘The Dreaming Man’

 /  China Film Insiders  / 
Disney's first Chinese-language rom-com 'The Dreaming Man' has bombed at box office in China despite its powerful producers and A-list cast. Read More

Free Time in Smaller Cities behind Rapid Growth in China’s Entertainment Market

 /  Chinasplaining  / 
These young souls are not as tempted by the urban glamor as many would expect, and part of it might be because the country’s tech giants have kept them well entertained and contented. Read More

‘Coco’ Wins Over Chinese Hearts — and Wallets

 /  Opinion  / 
'Coco' has moved viewers with its affecting take on family, dreams, life and death — including some themes that movie reviewers said mirrored ancient Chinese philosophy. Read More

Youku Signs Licensing Deals with NBCUniversal and Sony Pictures Television

 /  News  / 
As a result of the deals, subscribers to the Youku service will be able to watch hundreds of films from NBCUniversal and Sony Pictures Television’s respective libraries for no additional fee. Read More

Chan-tastic! Legendary Action Star Jackie Chan Seeks Transition to More Dramatic Roles

 /  People  / 
After more than 130 movies in which he perfected his own comic persona and a delirious slapstick and acrobatic fighting style, the 63-year-old action star has set his sights on becoming a dramatic actor. Read More

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