Major sci-fi work set for big screen test

6 days, 2 hours ago

This year will be fantastic for Hindi cinema, says producer Dinesh Vijan

Mumbai, Filmmaker Dinesh Vijan, whose production banner Maddock Films had a successful run at the box office in 2024 with "Stree 2", "Munjya" and "Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya", on Sunday said Hindi cinema is a "quick learning industry" and the new year will be a fantastic one for the filmmakers up north. This year will be fantastic for …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Annual report charts trends in Chinese entertainment

China Daily

The 2024 Tencent Entertainment White Paper is unveiled in Beijing on Dec 25, 2024, offering an in-depth review of the trends in Chinese entertainment. The newly released 2024 Tencent Entertainment White Paper provides an in-depth review of the trends and transformations in China's entertainment sector over the past year, reflecting a dynamic year marked by both challenges and progress. It …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Classic submarine novel stirs wave of anticipation

China Daily

By Cheng Yuezhu | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-31 06:13 A scene from Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, a stage drama adapted and directed by Christian Hecq and Valerie Lesort in 2015. As 2024 marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France, the Central Academy of Drama and the Hong Kong Arts Festival invited artists from …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Micro drama market outperforms the box office for first time

China Daily

Jia Zhangke won the Best Filmmaker of the Year award presented during the Tencent Entertainment Annual Gala. With 2024 coming to a close, the flourishing micro drama industry has surged to a market size of 50.44 billion yuan, showcasing an impressive 34.9 percent year-on-year growth and outpacing the film industry's annual box office revenue for the first time, according to …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Will another international filmmaker prevail this Oscar season?

LA Times

More films shepherded by directors who grew up outside of the U.S. may be getting nominated for best picture these days, but those that go on to win the coveted Oscar tend to be, like last year’s “Oppenheimer,” led by helmers from English-speaking countries: In the past 50 years, there have been only eight that were not. And of those, …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Heeramandi to Shogun: Decoding global rise of Asian content

India Today

Asian content has taken the global stage by storm, reflecting a seismic shift in the entertainment industry's landscape. From historical dramas to action-packed epics, shows and films like Heeramandi, Shōgun, RRR, and Parasite have captured audiences' imaginations across continents. Bhansali’s signature opulent style, combined with a gripping narrative, has captivated audiences worldwide, cementing Heeramandi as a cultural phenomenon. Shogun The …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

IFFIK 2024: Ann Hui: A career spanning independent cinema to the mainstream

The Hindu

Anyone trying to slot Hong Kong filmmaker Ann Hui into a particular genre will be at a loss, for all through her 45 year-long career, she has moved easily between varied spaces, from independent cinema to the mainstream, from personal films to a bit of action too. As a young person caught between contrasting cultures, between the British who ruled …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Vishnu Manchu, Will Smith Collaborate for $50 Million Media Venture

Deccan Chronicle

According to a press release, Will Smith is in the final stages of negotiations to join the project, with further updates expected soon. The venture will focus on emerging technologies such as OTT platforms, gaming, blockchain, augmented reality, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence. Beyond financial investment, Taranga Ventures plans to provide strategic mentorship to startups in the entertainment space, with …

Entertainment Manchu

4 weeks ago

Screen clash of the titans

China Daily

Posters for Ne Zha 2, which will entertain audiences during Spring Festival. As the countdown to Chinese New Year begins, one thing is certain: China's Spring Festival box office is gearing up for a spectacular showdown. The release date for Ne Zha 2, the highly anticipated follow-up to the 2019 animated blockbuster Ne Zha, has officially been set for the …

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1 month ago

Jigra, Amaran, Lucky Bhaskar, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video & more: Netflix's December line-up is a treat for movie lovers

Firstpost

Your favourite films that have been making waves in theaters and are now ready to take over your Netflix watchlist Ready for a cinematic rollercoaster right from the comfort of your home? The heart-pounding suspense of Dulquer Salman in Lucky Bhaskar streaming now on Netflix, the action-packed thrills of Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi in Amaran debuting December 5, the emotional …

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1 month ago

Zhejiang's Shuifang Street eyes becoming base for short TV shows, films

China Daily

Yanxiapan village's natural attractions of mountains and creeks can serve as natural settings for short TV series, said Yang Taiming, founder of Taizhou Shuifang Street Tourism Development Co Ltd. Therefore, Shuifang Street Tourism Development has teamed up with a TV production company in Dongyang, which is known for various TV and film studios, to turn part of Shuifang Street's area …

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1 month ago

Zhejiang's Shuifang Street eyes becoming base for short TV shows, films

China Daily

Yanxiapan village's natural attractions of mountains and creeks can serve as natural settings for short TV series, said Yang Taiming, founder of Taizhou Shuifang Street Tourism Development Co Ltd. Therefore, Shuifang Street Tourism Development has teamed up with a TV production company in Dongyang, which is known for various TV and film studios, to turn part of Shuifang Street's area …

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1 month ago

Film week aims to strengthen cultural exchanges with UAE

China Daily

ABU DHABI — The 6th China Film Week in the United Arab Emirates opened in late November at VOX Cinemas in Yas Mall with an exclusive screening of the Chinese film Panda Plan. Its lead actor Jackie Chan greeted the UAE audience via video and the film's staff brought panda toys and postcards as gifts for the film week. Organized …

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1 month ago

Film week aims to strengthen cultural exchanges with UAE

China Daily

ABU DHABI — The 6th China Film Week in the United Arab Emirates opened in late November at VOX Cinemas in Yas Mall with an exclusive screening of the Chinese film Panda Plan. Its lead actor Jackie Chan greeted the UAE audience via video and the film's staff brought panda toys and postcards as gifts for the film week. Organized …

Film China Chinese Uae Film Week

1 month, 1 week ago

A glittering week for Chinese films at Cairo festival

China Daily

CAIRO — Brief History of a Family won the Network for the Promotion of the Asia Pacific Cinema Award as the best Asian feature film at the 45th Cairo International Film Festival, which concluded on Nov 22. "China has had a great cinema industry for a long time, and we used to watch Chinese films while studying filmmaking," says Egyptian …

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1 month, 1 week ago

A glittering week for Chinese films at Cairo festival

China Daily

CAIRO — Brief History of a Family won the Network for the Promotion of the Asia Pacific Cinema Award as the best Asian feature film at the 45th Cairo International Film Festival, which concluded on Nov 22. "China has had a great cinema industry for a long time, and we used to watch Chinese films while studying filmmaking," says Egyptian …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chinese crime drama catches global viewers' eyes

China Daily

See Her Again features actor William Chan as a dedicated police officer. See Her Again, the first Chinese crime drama to simultaneously debut domestically and globally on Netflix, has gained popularity overseas. Set in 1993 Hong Kong, See Her Again follows a police officer, played by actor William Chan, as he investigates a suspect linked to a series of murders. …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Hainan Film Festival returns with global cinema highlights

China Daily

The sixth Hainan Island International Film Festival poster features stars, lights and the ocean. The sixth Hainan Island International Film Festival is set to take place from Dec 4 to 10 in Sanya, South China's Hainan province, bringing together filmmakers, critics, journalists and movie lovers from around the globe for a cinematic event themed "From Oceans, With Visions". The festival …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Hainan Film Festival returns with global cinema highlights

China Daily

The sixth Hainan Island International Film Festival poster features stars, lights and the ocean. The sixth Hainan Island International Film Festival is set to take place from Dec 4 to 10 in Sanya, South China's Hainan province, bringing together filmmakers, critics, journalists and movie lovers from around the globe for a cinematic event themed "From Oceans, With Visions". The festival …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chinese teen's sci-fi art series showcased in Las Vegas

China Daily

The Playpower Collection, an innovative art series by 19-year-old Chinese artist Chen Yanran and her studio Accro Studio, is presented at ComplexCon 2024 over the weekend in Las Vegas. The Playpower Collection, an innovative art series by 19-year-old Chinese artist Chen Yanran and her studio Accro Studio, was presented at ComplexCon 2024 in Las Vegas over the weekend. Originally published …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Filmmakers poised for collaboration in a game-changing era

China Daily

American and Chinese filmmakers gathered to discuss the evolving landscape of cross-border cinematic collaboration at the Chinese American Film Festival Summit held at the University of California, Los Angeles, on Nov 9. RENA LI/ CHINA DAILY A group of American and Chinese filmmakers gathered at a recent Chinese American film and TV summit in Los Angeles to discuss the evolving …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Filmmakers eye collaboration in a game-changing era

China Daily

A group of US and Chinese filmmakers gathered at a recent Chinese American film and TV summit in Los Angeles to discuss the evolving landscape of cross-border cinematic collaboration. Squire also discussed a downside of AI's rise, noting that entry-level jobs such as script reading may be displaced as AI becomes capable of summarizing screenplays, a shift he said was …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Filmmakers eye collaboration in a game-changing era

China Daily

A group of US and Chinese filmmakers gathered at a recent Chinese American film and TV summit in Los Angeles to discuss the evolving landscape of cross-border cinematic collaboration. Squire also discussed a downside of AI's rise, noting that entry-level jobs such as script reading may be displaced as AI becomes capable of summarizing screenplays, a shift he said was …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Filmmakers poised for collaboration in a game-changing era

China Daily

American and Chinese filmmakers gathered to discuss the evolving landscape of cross-border cinematic collaboration at the Chinese American Film Festival Summit held at the University of California, Los Angeles, on Nov 9. RENA LI/ CHINA DAILY A group of American and Chinese filmmakers gathered at a recent Chinese American film and TV summit in Los Angeles to discuss the evolving …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Focus on human interest, experts advise new-age documentary filmmakers

China Daily

The Third Chinese Documentary Film Festival opened in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, on Oct 24. Experts at the Third Chinese Documentary Film Festival emphasized that documentary filmmakers should present authentic and deeply human reflections in order to connect with today's audiences. The festival, held in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, from Oct 24 to 26, was co-hosted by China Central Newsreel and Documentary …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Focus on human interest, experts advise new-age documentary filmmakers

China Daily

The Third Chinese Documentary Film Festival opened in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, on Oct 24. Experts at the Third Chinese Documentary Film Festival emphasized that documentary filmmakers should present authentic and deeply human reflections in order to connect with today's audiences. The festival, held in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, from Oct 24 to 26, was co-hosted by China Central Newsreel and Documentary …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Focus on human interest, experts advise new-age documentary filmmakers

China Daily

The Third Chinese Documentary Film Festival opened in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, on Oct 24. Experts at the Third Chinese Documentary Film Festival emphasized that documentary filmmakers should present authentic and deeply human reflections in order to connect with today's audiences. The festival, held in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, from Oct 24 to 26, was co-hosted by China Central Newsreel and Documentary …

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2 months ago

Envoy in US: Film can be a 'bridge of friendship'

China Daily

China's ambassador to the United States, in remarks to movie and TV festivals, said film can be a "bridge of friendship" between the two countries. He recalled the history of cultural exchange going back to 1954, when Premier Zhou Enlai invited Charlie Chaplin to a Geneva screening of The Butterfly Lovers — China's first color film, often called the "Chinese …

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2 months ago

Chinese adaptation of Shawshank wows at Guilin Festival

China Daily

The Shawshank Redemption, a new Chinese stage adaptation of the 1982 Stephen King novella, is playing at Guilin Festival in Guilin, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. A Chinese stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption illuminated the stage at the Guilin Festival held in Guilin, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, from Oct 26 to Nov 3. Once we surmount …

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2 months ago

Chinese adaptation of Shawshank wows at Guilin Festival

China Daily

The Shawshank Redemption, a new Chinese stage adaptation of the 1982 Stephen King novella, is playing at Guilin Festival in Guilin, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. A Chinese stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption illuminated the stage at the Guilin Festival held in Guilin, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, from Oct 26 to Nov 3. Once we surmount …

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Chinese Stage Adaptation of 'The Shawshank Redemption' Captivates Guilin Festivalgoers

China Daily

The Chinese adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption has captivated audiences at the Guilin Festival in Guilin, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. The production features an all-foreign cast, showcasing a transcultural artistic synergy. The plot revolves around Andy, a banker who meticulously plans and executes his own escape from prison, triumphing over adversity. The performance has received positive reviews, with …

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Chinese Stage Adaptation of 'The Shawshank Redemption' Captivates Guilin Festivalgoers

China Daily

The Chinese adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption has captivated audiences at the Guilin Festival in Guilin, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. The production features an all-foreign cast, showcasing a transcultural artistic synergy. The plot revolves around Andy, a banker who meticulously plans and executes his own escape from prison, triumphing over adversity. The performance has received positive reviews, with …

Law Crime Humanity Escape Guilin

Chinese Stage Adaptation of 'The Shawshank Redemption' Captivates Guilin Festivalgoers

China Daily

The Chinese adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption has captivated audiences at the Guilin Festival in Guilin, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. The production features an all-foreign cast, showcasing a transcultural artistic synergy. The plot revolves around Andy, a banker who meticulously plans and executes his own escape from prison, triumphing over adversity. The performance has received positive reviews, with …

Law Crime Humanity Escape Guilin

2 months ago

Award for 10 works of fiction with potential for screen adaptation

China Daily

The first Neutron & Fiction Monthly’s List of Works with the Greatest Potential for Screen Adaptation awards five short stories and five novellas in Beijing on Friday. After spending a year soliciting over 370 literary works from across the country, an award list was unveiled in Beijing on Friday, showcasing the top works of fiction with the greatest potential for …

Fiction Screen Adaptation Greatest Potential Fiction Monthly

2 months ago

Chinese film festival brings cultural exchange to Munich

China Daily

Organized by the Confucius Institute Munich, the 12th Chinese Film Festival on Monday night. Munich welcomed the 12th Chinese Film Festival on Monday night, inviting locals to explore China's cinematic world through a diverse lineup of films. Organized by the Confucius Institute Munich, the two-week event will showcase 21 feature films, three short films, two animated features, and three animated …

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2 months, 1 week ago

The Three-Body Problem Graphic Novel Takes Center Stage at Frankfurt Book Fair

China Daily

The graphic novel adaptation of The Three-Body Problem by Wu Qingsong has been a hit at the Frankfurt Book Fair. The book combines traditional Chinese painting with a modern touch to vividly depict the grand world of the sci-fi story. It is the first work from Asia to win the Hugo Award for Best Novel, and is an innovative way …

Entertainment Science Law Art

2 months, 1 week ago

Civilization theme for documentary festival

China Daily

Representatives and experts announce the opening of the Third Chinese Documentary Film Festival on Thursday. Advancing the cultivation of a modern Chinese civilization was the theme of the Third Chinese Documentary Film Festival which took place from Thursday to Saturday in Zhuhai, Guangdong province. Co-hosted by the China Central Newsreel and Documentary Film Studio, the China Film Association and Zhuhai's …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Japanese manga movie scores high in Chinese cinema

China Daily

The Japanese animated film Look Back held its premiere in Beijing on Friday, with the cinema decorated to re-create an iconic scene from the movie. With its poignant storytelling and beautiful visuals, the animated film Look Back has emerged as the top-grossing Japanese film in the Chinese mainland market over the past weekend. As of Monday, under the direction of …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Micro Dramas Take Over China, Attracting Millions with Fast-Paced Plots

China Daily

Chinese creatives are excited about the potential of micro dramas, a new trend in the country's entertainment industry. Micro dramas are low-budget productions mostly shot in vertical format, with each episode a few minutes long, that are shown on short-video streaming platforms. The genre is gaining popularity, with the market value of the country's micro dramas expected to exceed 50 …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Micro Dramas Take Over Linfen, China's Entertainment Scene Booms

China Daily

Chinese creatives are excited about the potential of micro dramas, a new trend in the country's entertainment industry. Micro dramas are short, vertical videos with dramatic plot twists and fast-paced narratives that revolve around revenge or betrayal. The market value of the country's micro dramas is expected to exceed 50 billion yuan this year and surpass 100 billion yuan in …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

A Journey Through the Mysteries of Chinese Cinema at BIFF 2024

China Daily

Two young Chinese filmmakers, Charles Hu and Du Jie, competed for the New Currents awards at BIFF 2024. Hu's As the River Goes By dealt with memories and a chance encounter at a school reunion caused a train driver to investigate the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of his father. Du's directorial debut, The Height of the Coconut Trees, explored the …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Empowering Rural Girls: The Inspiring Story of a Dedicated Principal

China Daily

The article highlights the dedication of Zhang Guimei, a principal who has helped over 2,000 rural girl students enter college, through the TV series 'She and Her Girls'. The series, which is based on Zhang's life experiences, showcases her unwavering commitment to providing education and opportunities for underprivileged girls.

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3 months, 1 week ago

Apple TV+ drama ‘La Maison,’ Criterion horror movies and more to watch this weekend

LA Times

Welcome to Screen Gab, the newsletter for everyone who’s ready to refill their streaming queue. Plus, we catch up with performer Big Freedia about Season 2 of her reality show, “Big Freedia Means Business.” ICYMI Must-read stories you might have missed Marisa Abela in “Industry.” Marisa Abela, Harry Lawtey break down the ‘Industry’ finale’s big romantic twist: The actors who …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

iQIYI to release over 300 new titles, including short dramas

China Daily

Gong Yu, iQIYI’s founder and CEO, speaks at the iJOY Conference in Shanghai, on Sept 25, 2024. iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announced on Wednesday the upcoming release of over 300 new titles across diverse genres over 2025 at its iJOY Conference in Shanghai. The conference highlighted the entertainment powerhouse's expansion into short dramas, launching "Micro-Drama Theater" and "Short-Drama …

Upcoming Dramas Iqiyi

3 months, 2 weeks ago

TV series on life of inspiring teacher touches a chord

China Daily

A scene in the popular TV series She and Her Girls features actress Song Jia as Zhang Guimei, a dedicated teacher. Since the past 16 years, she has helped over 2,000 girls from poverty-stricken rural areas to pursue higher education and transform their lives by founding a free girls-only senior high school in Yunnan province. On Friday, She and Her …

Tv Series Inspiring Teacher Zhang Guimei

3 months, 2 weeks ago

TV series on life of inspiring teacher touches a chord

China Daily

By Xu Fan | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-09-27 15:43 A scene in the popular TV series She and Her Girls features actress Song Jia as Zhang Guimei, a dedicated teacher. Since the past 16 years, she has helped over 2,000 girls from poverty-stricken rural areas to pursue higher education and transform their lives by founding a free girls-only senior high …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

8th Pingyao International Film Festival kicks off

China Daily

The 8th Pingyao International Film Festival kicked off in the ancient city of Pingyao, Jinzhong, North China's Shanxi province, on Sept 24. The 8th Pingyao International Film Festival kicks off on Sept 24. In his speech, Zhang stated that the 8th Pingyao International Film Festival would inject stronger development momentum into contemporary film art and offer a more stunning cinematic …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Qingdao city holds advanced motion capture, anchors AI event

China Daily

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: September 23, 2024 The 2024 Artificial Intelligence Innovation Application Conference for Film and Television took place at the Qingdao Oriental Movie Metropolis in Qingdao West Coast New Area – in East China's Qingdao city – on Sept 21-22. During the event, the Dison VICON-Oriental Movie Metropolis Motion Capture Creation Center – a collaborative initiative between Oriental Movie …

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