Storyline: National Day holiday sparks box office boom in China [Voice_over] China’s 2025 National Day box office is in full swing, with 13 new titles now showing. Leading the charts are the patriotic war epic The Volunteers: Peace at Last and the fantasy action sequel A Writer’s Odyssey 2. [Sound_bite] He Lin, Manager, Xinming Cinema, Chongqing: "As of now, the most-watched film in our cinema is The Volunteers: Peace at Last. Because of the National Day timing, the patriotic theme resonates with audiences. We’ve also launched special promotions like free posters and ticket discounts. Many families are coming together—parents with their children—to enjoy the holiday at the movies." [Voice_over] Industry watchers say this year’s holiday lineup continues the trend of diversity—featuring fantasy, action, war, and crime films. Sequels and adaptations from popular IPs are increasingly dominant, aiming to satisfy the tastes of audiences across different age groups and interests. [Sound_bite] Du Xianjun, Audience: "Some people travel during the National Day break, but I think it’s meaningful to bring my child to watch a historical film. It helps him understand where our peace and development come from. The story is very moving, and it’s an experience that stays with him." [Sound_bite] Visitor from Yunnan Province: "I’m a fan of fantasy stories and novels, so I was eager to see A Writer’s Odyssey 2 after enjoying the first film. The special effects and storytelling really exceeded my expectations. I feel China’s film industry is developing at an impressive pace." [Voice_over] As audiences’ expectations grow with each new release, the Chinese film industry shows no signs of slowing down. Box office revenues continue to climb, making this National Day holiday another record-breaking season for cinema. [Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland]