As of the evening of July 30, the summer box office has exceeded 7.5 billion yuan. Driven by films such as "Catch a Baby" and "Silent Kill", the enthusiasm for movie watching continues to increase, and the "summer of movies" is colorful and hot.
html In August, the summer season enters the second half, and filmmakers are working hard to bring a visual and emotional feast to movie fans. From realist masterpieces to sweet customizations for Chinese Valentine's Day, to the strong return of classic IPs, movies of various types should be both heart-wrenching and heart-wrenching -" decrypted " is based on the style of "Inception" Techniques, layer by layer, reveal the inner world of mathematical geniuses in troubled times; "crazy" masterpieces such as " safely evacuates from the 21st century" make people's adrenaline soar; " retrograde life " and " are full of hope again" Films such as "One Day of " that delve into the ups and downs of life and pay tribute to the ordinary are also waiting to resonate with most people; during the Chinese Valentine's Day, " negative negative gets positive " leads a group of sweet and sour love jelly beans, calling for romance; such as "White Snake" "Floating Life", " Alien: The Death Ship ", " A Dream of Red Mansions: The Golden Marriage " and other classic IPs have returned with different new looks, which not only continues the feelings of the past, but also radiates new vitality.
Let’s take a look, which movies have made you excited during the hot summer?
"Safe Evacuation from the 21st Century"
Release date: August 2
Director: Li Yang
Starring: Zhang Ruoyun, Zhong Chuxi, Song Yang, Wu Xiaoliang, Zhu Yan Manzi, Li Chenhao, Wen Zhengrong
Plot summary:
No one on earth knows about
On Planet K, three teenagers chosen by fate can travel back and forth twenty years into the future just by sneezing. Facing the shocking conspiracy to destroy the world, they have nothing but clear stupidity and single-digit combat power. How can they transform into heroes to fight against the super bad villain who intends to destroy the world? The "Wang Zha" brothers, who look like adults but have different minds than ordinary people, represent K-Planet to save the future!
Highlights:
is definitely an "unprecedented" cinema experience. Director Li Yang directed a feature film for the first time after gaining critical acclaim with his two short films "The Adventures of Li Xianji" and "Bad Future". His imaginative script met Zhang Ruoyun, who is on the airwaves. In order to present the K-planet environment as realistically as possible, the creative team specially "invented" a complete set of K-planet language. A "dreamcore" movie about childhood dreams that do not compromise with reality, it takes the audience back to their teenage selves.
"Decryption"
Release date: August 3
Director: Chen Sicheng
Starring: Liu Haoran, John Cusack, Chen Daoming, Daniel Wu, Yu Feihong
Story introduction:
Story about the 1940s, the world situation was turbulent, and timely Accurately deciphering enemy communication codes is crucial. Rong Jinzhen showed amazing talent in mathematics since she was a child, and was raised by Xiao Lili, then the president of the university, and his wife Ye Xiaoning. When she entered college, Rong Jinzhen was noticed by more people because she solved the difficult problem assigned by the teacher of the mathematics department, Xiez. Among them was Zheng, the director of the mysterious department 701. From then on, Rong Jinzhen entered the door of code deciphering. .
Highlights:
is the most satisfying adaptation "stamped" by the famous spy war master Mai Jia. It is also recognized as the most difficult work to modify by Mai Jia, so the copyright was sold in the end. After 7 years of preparation and a cost of 500 million, Liu Haoran had a "plastic surgery" to play the role of a mathematical genius. In the play, the 701 organization is an intelligence organization adapted from the real experiences of the Mai family. Chen Sicheng also used splendid "flower art" to show the inner world of the characters this time, which also inspired "Inception" and "Auburn". Highmore", "A Beautiful Mind" and other world-famous cards to pay tribute.
"Slam Dunk"
Release date: August 3 (re-release)
Director: Takehiko Inoue
Starring: Miyagi Ryota, Sakuragi Hanamichi, Rukawa Kaede, Akagi Takenori, Mitsui Hisashi
Plot summary:
Shohoku Basketball The team finally entered the national competition. What they had to face was Japan's strongest team, Sanno Industries. Highlights of
: Takehiko Inoue, the original author of
, personally wrote the book, drawing a colorful ending to everyone's youth.This re-release is almost like a continuation of last year's "key extensions". This classic with "extremely long wait" in theaters and a viewing method that breaks the dimensional wall will rekindle the enthusiasm for summer support.
" We will always be us "
Release date: August 3
Director: Xia Meng
Starring: Mimi, Chen Xinwei, Yao Chi, Hu Chunyang, Wu Jun, Su Bai
Plot summary:
Is there anyone? , has always been by your side firmly and been your supporter? Lu Meili has always been full of flowers, but she is a coward who never believes in love. After encountering a major change in her life, she meets Si Tianyi, who has been deeply hurt by love and can't let go. Even though they are scarred, they are still willing to accompany each other. Love gives it a try, the two of them have many ups and downs along the way, but no matter how many setbacks there are, we must still love bravely! "Then it's agreed, the seasons rotate, we don't change, people come and go around us, we will always be us..."
Highlights:
Looking at the plot synopsis, I can't help but think of BGM "We promised not to separate, to always be together. ". Well...the familiar feeling of being dominated by "Little Times" during the summer season is back.
" Campus Detective "
Release date: August 3
Director: Yu Fei
Starring: Lin Ziye, Hong Yuexi, Pei Jiaxin, Yu Shuyao
Plot summary:
Pay attention, the student in front of you is called Xiang Li Siqi , a man who wants to be a "campus detective"! But the campus detective club has been unable to be established for a long time. What should we do if the investigation fails halfway? Gay's technological works mysteriously disappeared. The 7th grade "campus detective" Xiangli Siqi honed his skills to investigate one by one. In addition to Aru who has an alibi, who is the most suspicious among Nannan, Xiaobai, Xiaomeng, Dadong, Xiaodong, Zhang Tiantian, Wang Xiaozhen, Yiyi and Yaya? Who is undercover? A scientific mystery, hilarious and with many twists and turns, there is no villain’s answer, only the heart-warming truth!
Highlights:
In movie theaters, apart from cartoons for young children, there are always very few live-action movies for children. A detective story for primary school students, suitable for some children's summer vacation.
"One and Many"
Release date: August 8
Director: Zhou Hongbo
Plot summary:
This documentary is a selection, a journey and a discovery. A car was driving slowly on the Yushu Plateau in Qinghai Province. Inside the car were teachers looking for the good voices of Tibetan children. They went deep into the snow-capped mountains and visited schools, looking for the voices with the most talent and potential among the simple and innocent children... The seasons on the plateau rotate, life continues, and the songs that echo in the growth of all things are eternal.
Highlights:
walks into the lives of another group of people and sees a higher world from a different perspective.
"Retrograde Life"
Release date: August 9
Director: Xu Zheng
Starring: Xu Zheng, Xin Zhilei, Wang Xiao, Jia Bing, Feng Bing, Ding Yongdai, Ding Jiali, Chen Halin, Wu Jiakai, Liu Meihan, Huang Xiaolei, Ma Dong, Liang Jing, Zhang Zhanyi, Wu Bi
Plot summary:
Gao Zhilei, who was once high-spirited, "stalled" in his middle age and deviated from his original life trajectory under the pressure of life. His impulsive decision made him instantly change from the "little pride" of his family. "Become the "leftovers" of society. However, he never expected that this was just the starting point of his "retrograde life".
Highlights:
is adapted from the Qingming original work "Retrograde Life". Xu Zheng's "warm realism" creation. In order to restore the "familiar yet unfamiliar" group, the film crew allowed the entire crew to observe and gain an in-depth understanding of the delivery workers' living and working conditions 24 hours a day.
Large factories lay off employees and middle-aged people are unemployed. Everyone in the world will always have a retrograde journey in their lives. How much resonance can this movie resonate with?
"Another Day Full of Hope"
Release date: August 9
Director: Liu Taifeng
Starring: Song Ningfeng, Zhang Xinyi, Guo Keyu, Sun Zhihong, Jin Ga, Liu Yitie, Liu Yiran, Shi Junzi
Plot summary:
Car accident, layoffs, unemployment , there is also a poor student in the family who is about to take the high school entrance examination but is obsessed with gaming. What should I do if all the unlucky things come together? Wei Li is an executive of a food delivery platform. He accidentally drove his car and knocked down his company's delivery man who was rushing to deliver the goods. In this pursuit of distinguishing who is right and wrong in a car accident, facing the double torture of law and human nature, Wei Li gradually has doubts about his unshakable value, and the truth hidden in the torrent of algorithms gradually reveals its ferociousness...
What to watch:
's "Intertext" with the same theme was released on the same day. The lineup is not as eye-catching as the previous one, but when viewed together, it seems to provide another perspective on ordinary people's lives.
"White Snake: The Floating Life"
Release date: August 10
Director: Chen Jianxi, Li Jiakai
Starring (dubbing): Yang Tianxiang, Zhang Zhe, Tang Xiaoxi, Zhang He, Zheng Xiaopu, Liu Cong
Plot summary:
Southern Song Dynasty Lin'an, Xiaobai Five hundred years later, the reincarnation of Axuan, Xu Xian, was finally found, and the two met across a bridge. Xiaobai Xiaoqing hid in the streets and began a lively life in the world with Xu Xian and her brother-in-law Li Gongfu. But unexpectedly, something strange happened in the city of Hangzhou. Fahai from Jinshan Temple came to eliminate demons, and unexpectedly revealed the identities of Xiaobai and Xiaoqing as snake demons. Xu Xian was horrified to see Xiaobai transform into a giant python... In this life-and-death love disaster in his floating life, Xu Xian does it worth? Highlights of
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is the sequel to the famous IP White Snake, and the original cast members reunited after a long separation with deep affection. In the film, Xu Xian's cowardice is more courageous; Xiaobai has integrated into human society and is more mature than before; Xiaoqing has just arrived in the world, learning how people think and get along... The human, demon and monk all appear on the stage. All things appear.
"Negatives make positives"
Release date: August 10
Director: Wen Shipei
Starring: Zhu Yilong, Qiu Tian, Jiang Qiming, Zhu Zhu, Wang Yitong, Chen Minghao, Mao Tao, Li Xiaochuan, Xue Xuchun, Liu Enjia
Plot summary:
Huang Zhenkai suspected that he was living in a movie. He could not change anything. He could only follow the script and become a prisoner of life day after day. After moving into his new residence, he met his mysterious roommate Li Xiaole. Her sudden appearance and inexplicable disappearance caused ripples in Huang Zhenkai's life and allowed him to regain the ability to feel love.
Highlights:
Ning Hao is the producer, and Zhu Yilong serves as co-producer for the first time. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen Mr. Ju perform a romantic movie, so the role in these years has inevitably become a bit bitter. The Chinese Valentine’s Day movie will drink up the prosperity and loneliness of the city, the sweetness and bitterness of love in one cup.
"Her Little Pear Vortex"
Release date: August 10
Director: Cai Cong
Starring: Zhang Zhehua, Qi Yuchen, Luo Qiuyun, Li Zongheng, Duan Xiaowei, Wang Lina, Liu Moran
Plot summary:
Do you still remember that you were 17 years old? Someone you like? Xu You, a girl from the south with excellent grades, transferred to Linshi and unexpectedly became roommates with the "school bully" Xie Xie. While laughing and noisy, the two gradually got into each other's hearts, but faced a trick of fate. Many years later, the two returned to the place where the story began, only to discover that the joy of youth is like an apple-flavored lollipop. After going round and round, the first one is the sweetest...
Highlights:
The film is adapted from the chirping cat. The novel of the same name is available during the period with a special sweet film.
"Alien: Death Ship"
Release date: August 16
Director: Fede Alvarez
Starring: Carly Spaeny, Isabella Merced, Archie Renault, David Ronson, Spike Finn, Aileen Wu
Plot synopsis:
The film timeline is set between the first "Alien" in 1979 and the 1986 sequel "Alien 2", surrounding a group of young people. And brave space colonists unfold. It tells the story of their escape from the dreary life of an alien mining colony. When they ventured to explore an abandoned space station, they unexpectedly encountered the most terrifying life form in the universe-an alien.
Highlights:
’s “Lifetime” series has been updated! Ridley Scott gives the alien—"the most terrifying alien creature ever"—a weird parasitic reproduction mode and a cold-blooded hunter image, making it stand out from many screen monsters and transcend Time and space have become immortal classic horror symbols in the minds of science fiction fans. Film technology has been iterating for half a century, and we look forward to this IP bringing a more extreme audio-visual experience.
"A Dream of Red Mansions: A Good Marriage"
Release date: August 16
Director: Hu Mei
Starring: Lin Peng, Lu Yan, Bian Cheng, Zhang Miaoyi, Huang Jiarong, Guan Xiaotong, Wang Ban, Yuan Qiongdan, Luo Haiqiong, Yang Tongshu
Plot summary:
The film begins with a flashback of Jia Baoyu becoming a monk in a snowy day. The main plot begins with Lin Daiyu returning home to attend the funeral. It reveals that Wang Xifeng embezzled Lin Ruhai's family property to build a grand view garden, and later betrayed the love of Bao and Dai's childhood sweethearts. After marrying Baochai, Daiyu died in tears. In the end, her love was broken up and everyone was saddened, and she returned to her fate, completing the tragic ending of the Dream of Red Mansions.
Highlights: In this era, someone actually dared to film "Dream of Red Mansions"! While it’s hard to have high expectations, it’s also really hard not to be curious. So, see the real story in the theater.
"Kids Are Not Stupid 3"
Release date: August 16
Director: Liang Zhiqiang
Starring: Hu Jing, Zhou Yuchen, Yong Qihang, Cao Guohui, wee-ann goh, Liu Shengmei, Lin Ruping, xixi lim, Liu Qianyi, Mok Xiaoling, Liang Zhiqiang, Colin Chee Keong Tan, Chen Meilin
Plot summary:
Zihao, a sixth-grade primary school student who transferred from Shanghai to Singapore, quickly made a group of good friends in school, including: Jayden, who is recognized as the top student in the school, wants to Xiaopang, who inherited his father's business selling fish ball noodles, and Jia Yao, the helpful monitor, etc. The horn of the primary school entrance examination is about to sound, and a competition to enter a prestigious school begins...
Highlights:
, this well-known children's film IP in Singapore, spanned more than 20 years, and actually filmed the third part, the first two of which are on Douban The ratings are all above 8 points. Is it a continuation of the classic or is it just another piece of cake? I hope the innocence never grows old.
"Dragon Guardian"
Release date: August 17
Directors: Li Jianping, Salvador Simo
Plot summary:
It has been said since ancient times that the Yinglong clan protects the good weather of the world, and the Dragon Guardians are connected to their destiny and protect them. Nature and peace. However, there are only two imprisoned dragons left in the world, and the last dragon guardian - Ping. In order to save her hamster friend Huahua who accidentally entered the dragon cave, Ping took the risk and went deep into the cave. Her encounters with Danzi and Luyu accidentally revealed her true identity and awakened her dragon guardian energy. Ping also received a severe task - to send the last dragon egg in the world to the Hualong Pond for hatching, and the adventure and growth journey of one person and one dragon began. Highlights of
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is adapted from the fantasy novel of the same name by Australian writer Carole Wilkinson. It is a co-production that combines Chinese and Western elements and brings culture overseas. The painting style looks pretty good.
"Ari"
Release date: August 17
Director: Xu Han
Plot summary:
Living in the city of dreams, Ahri has always dreamed of becoming a dream hero. But in reality, Ahri and his team members Alarm Clock and Paper Man are actually a useless team in the dream-collecting team who are ridiculed by others for their incompetence. One day, Ahri accidentally collected the dream of a blind little girl, and the fate of the two began to be linked.However, just as Ari and the little girl became good friends, an unprecedented crisis also appeared in the City of Dreams. So, can Ahri become the hero who saves the City of Dreams? What kind of fantasy journey will he and the little girl embark on?
Highlights:
Ahri, which has been on the hot search for "plastic surgery", at least proves that it has left a deep impression on a generation. The original author Xu Han directed it himself. I hope everyone in this world still believes in fairy tales.
" If, I am the person who loves you most in this world "
Release date: August 23
Director: Liu Fendou
Starring: Tong Liya, Huang Minghao, Li Zongheng, Liu Dan, Luo Sansui
Plot summary:
in Fu Jiayi (played by Tong Liya), an armless woman who grew up in an orphanage, was not buried in life. Instead, she was born with an unyielding spirit and became a stubborn seed in her life. She and Fu Manduo (played by Huang Minghao), a hearing-impaired boy who grew up in an orphanage, have a close sibling relationship, and the two support each other all the way. The peaceful life of the siblings was broken by a sudden baby (played by Luo Sansui), which also awakened Jiayi's new desire and pursuit of life.
Highlights:
Three people are not related by blood, but they form a loving family in this world. The film will present the Chinese-style emotional connection and life picture in the world, focusing on each of them who are hot and lively and living their own answers. individuals, telling their stories.
"One Piece: The Strongest World"
Release date: August 23
Director: Munehisa Sakamoto
Starring (dubbing): Mayumi Tanaka, Akemi Okamura, Kazuya Nakai, Kappei Yamaguchi, Hiroaki Hirata
Plot summary:
The Straw Hat Pirates will face off against the most powerful enemy in history...
Highlights:
The tenth theatrical animation of "One Piece", with Eiichiro Oda personally serving as the production director. Fifteen years have passed since it was released in Japan in 2009, one of the most highly rated theatrical versions. Chinese fans can enjoy a youthful carnival in the cinema. The team members in this version are vividly portrayed, and each member’s different personalities and traits are brilliantly explained. It is also a good way for passers-by who are not familiar with IP. A good "get in" route.
"Crash"
Release date: August 23
Director: Jiang Jiachen
Screenwriter: Wu Tao
Starring: Li Jiuxiao, Wang Qianyuan, Pan Binlong, Yang Haoyu, Liang Chao
Plot summary:
A takeaway restaurant known as "Shapingba Bolt" Brother Liu Yongyong (played by Li Jiuxiao) gathered 30 brothers to form a rugby team called the "Dockers". They counterattacked all the way and finally defeated the Warriors International United and won the Eternal Bowl championship.
Highlights:
All Mesozoic actors with online acting skills form a rugby team that looks a bit funny. The rugby theme is superimposed with comedy and realistic care, and it feels "burning".
"Reversal"
Release date: August 24
Director: Chang Yudi
Starring: Bian Cheng, Zhou Meijun, Chen Shaoxi, Xu Shixin, Zhang Chi, Liu Jun, Song Xiaochuan
Plot summary:
Reverse position is the beginning of adulthood. , is a necessary variable in life and the first sincere emotion of youth. Sun Xiaolei, a drama school student, is facing the first important competition in his life. The long-awaited voice change period makes him anxious. His father's long-term expectations also make him full of fear of "losing his position." In the process of preparing for the competition, Xiao Lei unexpectedly became friends with two competitors - the boyish female veteran Shi Jiahui and the famous Peking Opera student Xie Tianci. How will the teenagers break out of their stereotyped lives and face the emotional challenges? Undercurrent? This is where the youth of a boy studying opera comes to life.
Highlights:
first Best Screenplay Award-winning film. It uses the outer cover of opera themes that are gradually declining among young people to wrap the core of youth stories, exploring youth, freedom, and teenage impulses that are temporarily overwhelming, but do not regret after thinking about it.
"Son of Light"
Release date: August 25
Director: Ka Xianjia
Plot summary:
13-year-old Mei Duo studies and lives in a welfare school in Tibet. After her parents divorced, Mei Duo can only stay in her old age. by my grandparents. In order to regain the family love she had lost since childhood, Mei Duo overcame various difficulties and bravely went to the depths of the grassland to find her father. She saw her father's family was happy, with children, daughters, cattle, sheep, and grassland. Everywhere she tells the story, she faces the sun and holds a paintbrush to express her desires and imagination.
Highlights:
In the digital age of business society, people communicate emotions through the Internet, changing traditional lifestyles and nomadic culture. "Children of Light" shows the changes of the times through the adventures of young lives. The film is produced by the late Tibetan director Wanma Tseden.
"The Whisperer"
Release date: August 31
Director: Feng Du, Zhao Qing
Starring: Hu Xin, Wu Simu, He Yanxin
Plot summary:
The film tells the story of two contemporary Chinese women facing the inherent problems in society. Discipline and traditional concepts, seeking self-breakthrough, independence and growth stories. The women in the film all have a new life destiny because of their relationship with Nvshu -
Hu Xin is the youngest inheritor of Jiangyong Nvshu. After experiencing the end of a marriage, she has made a difference between "traditional women" and "modern women". There is a conflict between "women"; and Simu is an urban woman who taught herself to be a female calligraphy artist. Simu grew up in an enlightened family atmosphere. This will make her choose between love, realistic considerations of life, and her own love and pursuit.
Highlights:
Texts secretly passed down only among women, the spiritual power and cultural code of women from generation to generation.
