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The Female-Perspective Films Enriching Chinese Cinema

Discover five recent female-centered films and the women directors behind them

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The Rise of Female Perspectives in China’s Movie Industry

The female pioneers of China’s film industry and how they’re continuing to bring important, fresh perspectives to the big screen

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High Stakes: The Art and Agenda of Shen Ao’s Scam Trade Thriller “No More Bets”

Despite its financial success in China, the plot of Shen Ao’s “No More Bets” hamstrings the social message it wants to get across

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What’s Next for China’s Struggling Independent Film Festivals?

As events shut down and regulations tighten, China’s remaining independent movie festivals fight to stay relevant and afloat

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Chinese-Language Christmas Movies To Stream Right Now

Tired of “Love Actually” and “Home Alone”? Here are four Chinese-language Christmas movies to watch this festive season.

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Three New Chinese Documentaries to Watch

Chinese films that impressed at the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam this November

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Invisible Summit | Review

The story of the first blind Chinese person to summit the world’s highest mountain makes for a compelling documentary

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How New China’s Movie Industry Began in the Northeast

Changchun Film Studio went from puppet-state propaganda to the beating heart of Chinese film

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5 Monster Shows and Films for Hungry Ghost Festival

Ghosts might be restricted on Chinese screens, but there are plenty of monster films to watch this Zhongyuan Festival

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Beyond Fairytales: 3 “Anti-Romance” Films for Chinese Valentine’s Day

What better time than Qixi, also known as Chinese Valentine’s Day, to burst the love bubble through these poignant unromantic movies