<strong>Chinese Cinemas No Longer Need Hollywood</strong>

Chinese movies are becoming more popular around the world. One example is the animated film Ne Zha 2. In just three weeks, Ne Zha 2 has made about US$1.7 billion in global ticket sales. This is a record-breaking success for a Chinese film. It even beat the famous American film Inside Out 2 by Disney/Pixar.

Ne Zha 2 is not only a big hit in China but also around the world. It is the first non-Hollywood film to be in the top 10 of global box office movies. It is also the first film in a language other than English to be in the top 20 worldwide. In China, the film broke many records and became the highest-grossing film ever made there.

The success of Chinese movies like Ne Zha 2 shows that China is investing a lot in its own film industry. After the long days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Chinese cinema worked hard to win back the audience. The box office in China grew by almost 96% compared to last year. This strong growth helps China reduce its old dependence on Hollywood movies.

The rise of Chinese cinema is not just about making money. It is also a way to share Chinese culture with the world. The government supports local films to spread Chinese stories and ideas. With these efforts, China is becoming less influenced by American movies.

In the future, we may see more Chinese films breaking records and reaching international audiences. This trend shows that the film industry is changing. Chinese cinemas are now strong on their own, and they do not need Hollywood to tell their stories.

QUESTIONS

1. Do you think Chinese movies can soon overtake Hollywood?
2. How impressive is the success of Ne Zha 2 to you?
3. What does the rise of Chinese cinema mean for global film culture?
4. Should every country invest in its own film industry?
5. Can local films change how we view different cultures?
6. Do you believe government support helps local cinema grow?
7. How will Hollywood react to this new trend?
8. What elements make Chinese films unique compared to Hollywood movies?
9. Could this trend lead to more non-English films worldwide?
10. What future do you see for the global film industry with these changes?