Storyline: Chinese cinema is making remarkable strides on the international stage in 2025, with a growing number of high-quality productions capturing the attention of global audiences through innovative storytelling and expanded international distribution. According to data from online platforms, as of 13:53 on Sunday, the total box office revenue of Chinese films -- including overseas earnings -- exceeded 40 billion yuan (about 5.59 billion U.S. dollars). Domestic box office revenue reached 39.23 billion yuan, with over 909 million admissions, both surpassing last year's figures. Driven by hits like animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" and "Dead To Rights", a historical film about the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, overseas box office revenue has exceeded 770 million yuan, making a multi-year high. From the Spring Festival to the summer season, mainstream Chinese commercial films have actively explored overseas markets, integrating global releases into their commercial strategies. Several blockbusters have achieved remarkable success internationally. During the Spring Festival, films such as "Detective Chinatown 1900," "Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force," and "Ne Zha 2" were released in multiple countries and regions worldwide. "Ne Zha 2" alone grossed over 15.44 billion yuan globally, with overseas earnings exceeding 400 million yuan. It claimed the titles of highest-grossing film in a single market, highest-grossing animated film globally, and fifth-highest-grossing film in global box office history, setting a new milestone for Chinese cinema. "Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force," distributed in over 160 countries and regions, continued the international influence of its predecessor. Summer releases like "Dead to Rights" and "Dongji Rescue", a film based on the true story of Chinese fishermen during World War II (WWII), also premiered in North America and Europe. "Dead to Rights," which presents an accurate historical perspective on WWII, sparked heated discussions among audiences in the United States, Canada, and Germany, encouraging overseas viewers to reflect on history and cherish peace through the power of cinema. Upcoming films, such as the animated action-adventure "The Legend of Hei II," are set for overseas release, further showcasing Chinese stories and culture through high-quality content. Shotlist: FILE: Spain - 2025: 1. People walking into cinema FILE: Location Unknown - 2025: 2. Various of cinema goers in screening room, at cinema; posters, clips of Chinese films Germany - Recent: 3. Various of poster for Chinese film Dead To Rights, cinema goers China - Recent: 4. Various of clips of Chinese animated action-adventure The Legend of Hei II FILE: Location Unknown - 2025: 5. Cinema goers. [Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland]