Get your popcorn ready 🍿—the WWII drama "Dead to Rights" is on fire this summer! Since its July 25 debut, the film about the Nanjing Massacre has racked up over 1.9 billion yuan (about $265 million) in the Chinese mainland's summer box office, according to Beacon Pro.
It’s not just a local hit. International media can’t stop talking about it 🤯. Screen Daily, the UK-based film industry publication, even named it the top global weekend grosser last week.
And the hype is just getting started! On August 15, "Dead to Rights" goes global, landing in theaters across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore and more. Whether you’re in São Paulo, Mexico City or Bogotá, this powerful story is ready to screen near you.
For young cinephiles, history buffs and globe-trotters, "Dead to Rights" proves that a story rooted in the past can pack an emotional punch that crosses borders 🌎. Don’t miss the chance to experience this gripping drama on the big screen!
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Nanjing Massacre film draws attention ahead of global release
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