China Box Office Weekend: ‘Her Story’ Defeats ‘Gladiator II’

Story by Patrick Frater

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Upstart female-led comedy outperforms highly anticipated 'Gladiator' sequel at China box office, hinting at shifting tides in the Middle Kingdom's entertainment landscape.

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'Her Story' rakes in $17.5M in its opening weekend, upsetting industry expectations as it defeats the long-awaited 'Gladiator II' debut
This surprise victory underscores the growing appetite for diverse narratives and perspectives among Chinese moviegoers, a shift that could reshape future programming decisions

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Patrick Frater, Artisan Gateway, 'Her Story', 'Gladiator II'

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