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Lost in Russia's Chinese title roughly translates to "Awkward Mother." The film follows the bumpy journey through Russia of a manipulative older Chinese mother and her middle-aged son who still wants to rebel and escape his mother's smothering influence. Xu, famous for his comedy touch, said his goal was to make viewers reflect on the often funny but deeply loving nature of the mother-child relationship in China. … [Read more...] about Chinese Comedy ‘Lost in Russia’ to Debut Online for Free After Coronavirus Cancellations (Exclusive)

Part of Lost in Russia's Chinese title roughly translates to "Awkward Mom," an apparent reference to a dominant female character who will star opposite Xu Zheng, the casting for which has yet to be revealed. Apart from the Russian setting and a travelogue storytelling style similar to the earlier installments, little has been revealed about the third film. So far, Huanxi Media has only offered that the story will center on "family relationships." … [Read more...] about Chinese Comedy Hitmaker Xu Zheng Taking Blockbuster ‘Lost In’ Franchise to Russia

Yesterday, all local film releases scheduled for the highly lucrative Chinese New Year holiday were pulled by distributors. In response, widespread cinema closures are being reported. At the time of writing, it wasn’t clear how many of the country’s roughly 70,000 screens across 10,000 venues had shuttered, but it stands to reason that few will remain open without the key product available. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: China Shutters Cinemas, Blockbuster ‘Lost In Russia’ To Stream Free Online After Deal With TikTok Owner

“After a two year inquisition, the charges today relate in no way to Russian collusion, Wikileaks collaboration or any other or any other illegal act in connection with the 2016 campaign,” Stone said, as a rowdy crowd engaged in competitive yelling, with some shouting “Lock Him Up!” while others hollered “We’ve Got Your Back Roger!” and USA!” … [Read more...] about Roger Stone Arrested In Mueller Probe: White House Insists “Nothing To Do With” Donald Trump – UPDATE

"The Chinese New Year festival has been a major benefit to Imax in each of the last two years. We estimate box office revenue from Imax screens in 2018 and 2019 during the holiday weeks was roughly $26 million and $50 million, respectively. Last year's contributions from Chinese New Year represented a little less than half of the $106 million garnered by Imax in China for all of 1Q19," Handler said in a research note. … [Read more...] about Imax Delays Chinese New Year Movie Releases Amid Coronavirus Outbreak