China's silver screen just hit a major milestone: in 2025, the box office soared to 51.8bn yuan, a 22% jump from last year! 🔥 This isn't just bigger numbers – it's a whole new vibe powered by epic stories, cutting-edge tech, and a booming film+ ecosystem.
Human tales at heart ❤️
From the moving Nanjing Photo Studio (also known as 'Dead To Rights') that revisits Nanjing's past through a photo studio's lens – grossing over 3bn yuan – to Little Monsters of Langlang Mountain, which reimagines Journey to the West in stunning ink-wash animation, filmmakers are crafting stories that connect us across generations.
Tech on steroids 🚀
Welcome to the first year of the explosion of Chinese film tech – spotlight on Ne Zha 2. With over 4,000 crew members using 3D scanning and advanced rendering, it climbed into the top five global box office hits and pulled in 15.9bn yuan worldwide. Virtual sets, AI-generated scenes, and cloud workflows are turning sci-fi concepts into real sets.
Building a film+ ecosystem 🌐
Movies are more than just tickets. Think travel-with-films tours, taste-with-films pop-ups, and themed landmarks in cities. Hits like Detective Chinatown 1900 and Nanjing Photo Studio are chart-busters and tourism magnets, blending culture and commerce.
What's next?
With strong storytelling, tech innovations, and a vibrant film+ ecosystem, China's film industry is shifting from one-off hits to a high-quality, full-chain powerhouse. If you love movies and tech, keep your eyes peeled – big things are coming! 🎥✨
Reference(s):
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