China Box Office: ‘Her Story’ Claims Victory as ‘Gladiator II’ Opens in Fourth Place
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variety.comPatrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief “Her Story,” a comedy-drama film told from a largely female perspective, topped the mainland China box office on its first weekend of release. “Gladiator II,” opening the same weekend, placed fourth.
Data from consultancy firm Artisan Gateway showed “Her Story” earning RMB125 million ($17.5 million) between Friday and Sunday.
Including previews, it has a cumulative of $21.7 million, making it one of the strongest openings in the recently-depressed autumn season.The film is directed by Shao Yihui (2021’s “B For Busy”).
Its fast-paced story focuses on two women – one a recently unemployed single mom, the other a new neighbor who is more troubled than she appears – who become friends.
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