What better way to kick off the Year of the Snake than with a movie marathon? 🎉🐍 On Wednesday, as the Spring Festival holiday got into full swing, Chinese cinemas were buzzing with excited moviegoers, pushing box office revenues to a record-breaking 2 billion yuan (over $276 million) by 4:23 p.m.! 💰🎬
This phenomenal surge is thanks to six blockbuster films that hit the screens during the holiday:
- "The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Great Hero"
- "Ne Zha 2"
- "Detective Chinatown 1900"
- "Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force"
- "Operation Hadal"
- "Boonie Bears: Future Reborn"
The first four films smashed records even before their release, each racking up more than 200 million yuan in pre-sale tickets! 🎟️🔥 This makes it the most successful pre-sale period in history. Talk about starting the year with a bang! 💥
From epic tales and mythical adventures to action-packed escapades and sci-fi wonders, this year's lineup has something for everyone. Compared to last year's comedy and drama-heavy selection, this Spring Festival offers a cinematic buffet of mythology, warfare, martial arts, animation, comedy, and science fiction. It's no wonder movie enthusiasts are flocking to cinemas to catch these must-see films. 🍿🎥
Whether you're into legendary heroes or futuristic expeditions, the diversity of genres ensures that there's a film to spark your imagination. So grab your popcorn, sit back, and let the movie magic begin! ✨
Reference(s):
China's Spring Festival holiday box office tops $276 million
cgtn.com
