formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
Some moviegoers feel China’s exhibition sector has been unfairly targeted by prolonged closures and excessive COVID-19 prevention measures, Variety found in a WeChat-based survey of cinema patrons. Survey respondents, who participated on the condition of anonymity, felt the protective measures required of cinemas … Continued
As Chinese cinemas began the reopening process today, box office crossed $472K by 8PM local. Maoyan’s real-time ticketing platform reports that play is led by new entry A First Farewell at around $184K. Following it is the re-issue of Christmas title Sheep Without … Continued
At this year’s World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, Alibaba Group Holding founder Jack Ma spoke on stage at the opening ceremony. But not in person – he appeared as a holographic projection at the event on July 9, which took place … Continued
Before the day was over, residents in Wantang Village were readily waiting for night to fall so Liu Liang’s mobile cinema would open to screen movies. At a time when China’s urban cinemas were still preparing to reopen, this “outdoor … Continued
China’s film industry, like many sectors of the entertainment industry, suffered a catastrophic blow due to the COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent lockdowns since the end of January. Movie theatres around the world have had to close down as well when … Continued
More than 40% of cinemas in China could go bust, according to a bleak report by the China Film Association. Having been temporary closed during the virus pandemic, audiences may struggle to return, the association says. Millions of Chinese have … Continued