What's the Deal with Those Chinese Blockbusters?
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 13 min
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Episode description
How do Chinese blockbusters stand up against Hollywood blockbusters? In this episode, the gang dive into 4 of the biggest recent Chinese mega hits - each in a different instantly recognizable blockbuster genre - and give our verdicts.
So, what films are we looking at? (Timestamps)
The action sci-fi disaster film: The Wandering Earth - 13.03
The franchise starting buddy comedy: Detective Chinatown - 26.24
The "motivational" sports drama: Pegasus - 41.12
The most successful animated film in Chinese history: Ne zha - 54.30
Did we pick the wrong films? Are there better Chinese blockbusters we need to seek out ASAP? Go to ICMForum.com and let us know.
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