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I hear this a lot, but I observed this is no longer that simple.

Like Green Book (2018) made over US$70.7 million in China.

And one of the most popular films in 2021 was Hi, Mom (2021), made over US$785 million.

Obsession (2026) is another one that is doing amazing in China, absolutely beating high action films like Supergirl ($12 million and going vs less than $1 million)

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Supergirl is basically a lazy slob who is born with godlike powers, I can see why that doesn't play well in a culture that prioritises hard work and self-discipline.

Not doing terribly well anywhere as far as I've heard. That one is probably not cultural

Whoever put those trailer together really knew how to sell it as a "do not bother to see movie".

And frankly, Jason Momoa fatigue may also be a issue. Jason momoa playing Jason momoa, playing Jason momoa. Its like with The Rock playing the rock, ... Like guys, acting ranges?

> Obsession (2026) is another one that is doing amazing in China

I haven’t seen the movie yet but I’ve been a subscriber to the YouTube channel of Curry and Cooper [1] for a long time. I’m looking forward to watching the movie.

I wonder how many of the other people that went to see Obsession were already fans of Curry and Cooper.

[1]: https://www.youtube.com/@thats_a_bad_idea

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