Hollywood has had many run-ins with China when it comes to distributing its films. Despite being one of its big markets, government restrictions and the censorship they implement have made relationships complicated, especially after the pandemic. But things could start to change. Disney posted on Weibo, China’s first social network, that ‘Avatar: The Sense of Water’ will also be released in theaters nationwide on December 16, which seems like a great starting point to resume business dealings..
In China, ‘Avatar’ is a hit. Proof of this is that the revival of the original in March 2021 raised nearly $58 million. Village amasses a total of over $260 million raised in recent years, which is 9% of the film’s total earningswhich topped the list of highest-grossing films of all time with $2.9 billion.
Despite the tensions, it was unlikely that Disney would or could afford not to release the film in Chinaespecially considering the statements of its director, who claims that the sequel is “the worst business case in the history of cinema” due to its durability and very high budget, which means that “must be the third or fourth highest-grossing film ever” be profitable.
Will it be the same as the first at the box office?
Between its long duration, the first post-pandemic and the difficulties, It’s a mystery how audiences will receive ‘Avatar: The Sense of Water’. He will hardly be able to match the phenomenon of his predecessor, although it is clear that the enthusiastic Chinese fans will play their part. ‘Avatar: The Sense of Water’ debuts in Spain on December 16th.
Source: E Cartelera
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