The lighthearted film, from director Zhang Chiyu, has brought a much-needed jolt of energy to the Chinese multiplex, with analysts expecting it to earn over $600 million.
’s success was cheered across the Chinese film industry, which has continued to struggle throughout 2022 amid Beijing’s “zero COVID” approach to the pandemic, as citywide lockdowns regularly shutter cinemas and suppress consumer sentiment. Overall, China’s total movie ticket revenue in 2022 is 33 percent below last year.
In an interview with the Chinese state press, Zhang addressed the industry’s recent struggles, saying, “The difficulties are always temporary, and they will pass. We will overcome.”Detective Vs. SleuthLighting Up the Stars
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