China's Summer Box Office Take Soars With Yet More To Come
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Cosplayers pose in front of a poster for Creation of the Gods I: The Reign of Storms, the first installment in the Chinese epic action/fantasy trilogy.
According to box office data from Dengta Data, China's summer film season grossed over 12 billion yuan ($1.68 billion) by the end of July.
The summer box office list is currently topped by the detective film "Lost Among the Stars", the drama film "Never Say Never" and the animated film "Three Thousand Miles of Chang'an" with respective revenues of 3.5 billion yuan2. . billion US dollars. yuan and 1.5 billion yuan.
The good news for movie lovers is that they can buy movie tickets at much lower prices as the movie discount kicks off in Shanghai.
From August 1 until the end of the year, citizens can access the Taopiaopiao website or app to purchase movie tickets for any performance. Each ticket may be eligible for a 20 RMB discount. Each month, the same user can purchase up to eight of these tickets.
Currently, the average ticket price in Shanghai is about 50 yuan. Thanks to significant subsidies, moviegoers can buy tickets for many screenings for about 30 yuan.
A maximum of 10,000 subsidized tickets per day will be issued on weekdays and a maximum of 20,000 subsidized tickets per day on weekends and public holidays, so purchase tickets in advance.
More than 110 films of various genres are confirmed to be screened this summer. In August, Chinese cinemas will see more low- and mid-budget films on a variety of topics, breathing new life into the summer film market.
Below are the most anticipated films that will be released in August.
"Mech 2: The Rupture"
Release date: August 4
Starring British actor Jason Statham and Chinese actor Wu Jing, this sci-fi adventure film follows a research team's descent into the deepest depths of the ocean, where they encounter giant wizards and ruthless predators. This is Wu's first attempt at a monster movie.
In the summer of 2018, the first part of the film series became a dark horse, earning 1.05 billion yuan in the domestic box office. It also set a co-production record. The film will also be released simultaneously in North America.
The film also has an IMAX version to highlight the visual stunts.
"Snow Leopards and Friends"
Release date: August 4
This is China's first documentary about snow leopards. It tells how director Xi Jinong and three Tibetan photographers became shepherds who followed the footsteps of the snow leopard and eventually became its protectors.
It took the film crew six years to shoot the film on a snowy plateau, where the harsh conditions make it hard not only for the snow leopard but also for other species, including Tibetan foxes, rabbits, grizzly bears and antelope. Some of the wild animals in the film have never been seen up close before.
"No more betting."
Release date: August 11th.
The film is based on tens of thousands of real cases of fraud. The shocking truth behind the entire production chain of offshore online scams will be revealed on the big screen for the first time.
Viewers will also learn about scam terms, gimmicks, and "how it works" such as high-paying overseas recruitment and nude chat extortion.
The film is also presented in the IMAX version.
"Gran Turismo"
Release date: August 11th.
American sports biopic directed by Neil Blomkamp based on the PlayStation Studios video game series of the same name and inspired by the true story of Ian Mardenborough, a teenager who plays Gran Turismo and dreams of becoming a racing driver.
The IMAX film features realistic track details, tense and dangerous collision moments and thrilling turns to give viewers the thrill of racing.
"Woman in the Storm"
Release date: August 17th.
This domestic violence film is Qin Haiyan's feature-length directorial debut. The director spent a lot of time interviewing several hundred people involved in domestic violence.
The film is designed to draw public attention to many women's issues. In addition to portraying women, it also focuses on the enormous impact domestic violence has on children.
"Dad"
Release date: 18 August.
Starring Huang Bo and Yang Ni, the film is shot from the dual perspective of parents and children. It is dedicated to various families trying to give their children the best start in life by buying expensive houses near prestigious schools and enrolling in various tutoring courses.
The film explores the parenting anxieties of these ordinary parents and explores what kids really need in their lives.
"Begin"
Release date: August 22.
Directed by Singaporean director Anthony Chen, this romantic film follows the turbulent adolescence and blossoming relationship of three 20-year-olds. The film opened at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival to positive reviews from critics and audiences.
Set against the backdrop of winter in the northeastern border city of Yanji, the film follows the coming-of-age of three young characters.
"Dead Zone Attack"
Release date: August 25th.
This anti-drug film by Hong Kong director Herman Yau is based on a real incident that took place in southwest China in the late 1990s, when Chinese police cracked down on drug traffickers.
The film incorporates elements of action and natural disasters such as mountain streams to create breathtaking visuals. Filmed in the rainforests of Yunnan Province, it shows Chinese police fighting drug trafficking under difficult conditions.
"Oppenheimer"
Release date: 30 August.
Directed by Christopher Nolan, the film tells the story of American scientist Julius Robert Oppenheimer and his role in creating the atomic bomb. Oppenheimer was a renowned theoretical physicist and director of the Los Alamos Laboratory of the Manhattan Project during World War II. He is often referred to as the "father of the atomic bomb".
The film is adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning American biography Prometheus by Kai Byrd and Martin J. Sherwin. It also has an IMAX version.
Where to look?
1. Bolshoi Theater 大光明电影院
Address: 216W Nanjing Road.
南京西路216号:
Phone: 6327-4260
2. Cinema of the world 和平影院
Address: 290 M Xizang Road.
西藏中路290号:
Phone: 6322-5252
3. UME International Cineplex UME国际影城:
Address: 5/F, Xintiandi South Block, No. 6, Lane 123 Xingye Rd.
兴业路123弄新天地南里6号5楼:
Phone: 6373-3333
4 Paradise Warner Cinema City
Address: 6/F, 1 Hongqiao Rd.
虹桥路1号6楼:
Phone: 6407-6622
5. IFC Cinema Palace 百丽宫影城IFC商场店
Address: LG1-1, 8 Century Ave, Pudong New Area.
浦东新区世界大道8号LG1-1:
Phone: 3393-2876
How to buy tickets?
1. Taopiaopiao and Maoyang are available for online ticket purchase.
2. Download the Maoyan Pro app and click "Me". Go to "Settings" and select the "English" option.
