Chinese Feminist Comedy ‘Her Story’ on Course for U.S., International Releases: ‘Women’s Voices and Stories Are Becoming More Prominent’ (EXCLUSIVE)
variety.comPatrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief ‘ “Her Story,” a Mainland Chinese comedy-drama film told from a largely female perspective, is set for a release in major international territories later this month that are coordinated with its wide opening in China.
The film is directed by Shao Yihui, who previously made a mark with her 2021 picture “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.
Together they face up to various relationship challenges, including an abusive ex-husband and new romantic possibilities. The cast is headed by Song Jia, Elaine Zhong, Zhang Yu, Mark Chao, Ren Bin, Zeng Mumei, Zhang Chi and Zhou Yemang.
Production is by Maxtimes Pictures. Rights outside mainland China have been picked up by Tiger Pictures Entertainment, which will operate a split strategy of itself handling the picture’s release in some territories while licensing it in others.
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