Daily DripSequel to Popular “Battle at Lake Changjin” Hits Cinemas Next MonthThe sequel to the highest-grossing film in Chinese history has a release date — and it’s soon. The official Weibo ... By Kayla HeJanuary 14, 2022
Daily DripJackson Yee Sings for ‘Shared Future’ in Beijing Olympics Music VideoChinese actor, dancer, and singer Jackson Yee (of TFBoys fame) is featured in a new music video ... By Matthew BossonsNovember 16, 2021
EntertainmentKorean War Epic’s Massive Success in China Should Worry HollywoodThe latest evidence that China’s theaters are no longer reliant on Hollywood blockbusters to draw crowds: The ... By Matthew BossonsOctober 8, 2021
CultureFrom “Little Fresh Meat” to “Wolf Warriors”: Understanding Chinese Masculinity in Pop CultureThe likes of Xiao Zhan and Wu Jing have their forebears in centuries-old imagery By Gladys MacJuly 22, 2020
Featured5 Times Chinese Cancel Culture Landed Overseas2019 was a doozy. Here's a look at some of the ways China's censorship reached out beyond ... By Adan KohnhorstJanuary 16, 2020
EntertainmentThe Year In “Little Fresh Meat”: Young Chinese Male Stars Who Killed It In 2019Whether they're part of a CIA plot or simply the sexy stars fans want, it's been a ... By Julienna LawNovember 26, 2019
Daily DripHit Jackson Yee Film “Better Days” is Getting a TV SeriesAfter a major movie adaptation, which depicts kids in China dealing with peer bullying, controversial novel "Young ... By Zach HolloNovember 19, 2019
Daily DripLong-Delayed Movie “Better Days” Tops Global Box Office Amid Plagiarism AccusationsHaving overcome censorship, "Better Days" became the highest-grossing film in the world this past weekend By Jake NewbyOctober 29, 2019
Daily DripBullying Drama “Better Days” Makes Unexpected Comeback from CensorshipThe Zhou Dongyu and Jackson Yee-starring movie was pulled from cinema schedules earlier in the year By Jake NewbyOctober 23, 2019
FeaturedTFBoys to Men: Pop Propaganda and the Growing Pains of China’s Biggest Boy BandWhat is the TFBoys’ mark on Mando-pop? Are they anything more than pop propaganda? And as they ... By Julienna LawJune 26, 2019