China’s film industry faces a critical period of underperformance following a string of disappointing releases. Consequently, the studio is focusing on “Zootopia 2,” a Disney-produced animated comedy. Initial box office data indicates the film has already achieved a record-breaking advance ticket sales of 249 million yuan (approximately $35 million) – surpassing previous foreign animated film successes in the region. Analysts suggest this film’s appeal to a broad audience, combined with its unique world-building, could significantly bolster Chinese cinema’s financial performance.
Credits: News – South China Morning Post
