“Gezhi Town” has taken cinemas by storm, raking in over 100 million yuan at the Chinese mainland box office in just 15 hours after its premiere this past Saturday (December 6, 2025) 🎬✨. It's the strongest opening for a homegrown film since late September, crushing records and blowing up social media feeds across the region.
Set in Yichang, Hubei, during the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1937–45), Gezhi Town ditches sweeping grand narratives for a close-up on everyday heroes. It follows ordinary folks banding together to protect loved ones and fight for survival—a fresh twist that feels real and relatable.
Audiences are loving the film's focus on human stories and raw emotions, much like how you root for the underdog in your favorite coming-of-age series. The mix of gripping drama, authentic characters, and top-notch cinematography has made Gezhi Town a must-watch for young film buffs craving substance over spectacle.
Box office experts predict Gezhi Town will ride this wave into its second weekend, as hashtags like #GezhiTownChallenge and fan art flood TikTok and Instagram. So grab your crew, hit the nearest theater, and experience the buzz that’s uniting movie lovers from Mumbai to Manila 🚀.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
