[Global Times Special Correspondent Luc] Editor’s note: As one of the important schedules this year, a total of 10 new films will be released during the National Day schedule. Among them, there are major productions such as "Volunteers: Battle of Life and Death", "Crisis Line" an

[Global Times Special Correspondent Luc] Editor’s note: As one of the important schedules this year, a total of 10 new films will be released during the National Day schedule. Among them, there are large-scale productions that reflect the standards of the Chinese film industry, such as " Volunteers: Battle of Life and Death", " Crisis Route " and "49 Bureau ", as well as "'s hit Good Guys " that is suitable for family viewing during holidays. "Comedies such as "The Panda Project", as well as rare "dance poetry drama movies" such as " Only This Green ", there are many and rich types, the audience can always choose a movie that suits them during the holidays .

According to statistics from Maoyan Professional Edition, as of the afternoon of the 29th, the total box office of this year's National Day screenings and pre-sales has exceeded 120 million yuan. "Volunteers: Battle of Life and Death", "749 Bureau", " Road to Fire " have temporarily Ranked in the first echelon, films such as "Crisis Line", "Only Green", " Safe Entrance and Exit " and "Panda Project" ranked in the second echelon. As the holiday approaches, each film gradually launches roadshows, premieres and other promotional activities, and the fierce competition for the National Day release has begun.

The second part of "Volunteer Army" is here

In last year's National Day release, " Volunteer Army: Heroes Attack " had achieved good results. This year, the second part of the series "Volunteer Army: Battle of Life and Death" will be released again in the same period, focusing on the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea. Cheorwon Blockade, one of the key battles in the war. The film reproduces how the 63rd Army of the Chinese People's Volunteers blocked four divisions of the "United Nations Army" in Cheorwon and brought the enemy back to the negotiating table through bloody battles. Among them, a family played by Zhu Yilong, Xin Baiqing, and Zhang Zifeng reunited on the battlefield. Through the perspectives of them and other commanders and weapons experts, it focused on the efforts of the volunteers and their families for victory. As one of the most important theme works this year, "Volunteers: Battle of Life and Death" is directed by Chen Kaige and stars many acting stars. It continues the level of big scenes and large productions of the first film. It will attract people of all ages during this special period of National Day. This segment of the audience received about 15% of the high-ranking films on the premiere day on September 30.

"Volunteers: Battle of Life and Death" poster

Another film, "Crisis Route", also starring Zhang Zifeng, is also one of the blockbuster works in this year's National Day release. A father and daughter played by Zhang Zifeng and Andy Lau are involved in a sudden hijacking incident. International security experts not only have to save their wives and daughters, but also face a ruthless gangster played by Qu Chuxiao to ensure the safety of all passengers on the A380 passenger plane. The film focuses on exciting aerial games, and the plot and special effects are its biggest selling points. Previously, "Captain of China" with a similar theme had a box office of 2.9 billion yuan during the National Day holiday in 2019, and "Crisis Route" was also favored.

The first echelon: "749 Bureau" and "Road to the Fire"

Also has elements of disaster films and a test of human nature, and there is "Safety in and Out" directed by Liu Jiangjiang and starring Xiao Yang, Ayunga and others. The film is adapted from a true story. It tells the story of a death row prisoner who was suddenly hit by a strong earthquake while being escorted. In the face of natural disasters and "freedom", the death row prisoner with only 24 hours left to live faced the choice between life and death, good and evil. Liu Jiangjiang's previous work " Life Events " was well received. This time he once again focused on human nature and family affection under special circumstances. Another film, "Road to the Fire" starring Xiao Yang, Zhao Liying and Liu Ye, is also based on a real-life theme: three parents who lost their children form a group to search for their children. The concern for the children and the hatred of the traffickers are expected to arouse the audience's sense of empathy. and tears.

Science fiction films are one of the genres that best reflect the standards of the film industry. "749 Bureau" directed by Lu Chuan and starring Wang Junkai finally met the audience on this National Day after many years of preparation. The film assumes that in the not-too-distant "near future", unknown mysterious creatures have plunged mankind into crisis. With the intrusion of a young man, a mysterious and thrilling adventure begins... It can be regarded as a "Chinese-style" film that takes aim at Hollywood. Monster movie”. Compared with this kind of fantasy facing the future, "Only Green" adapted from the dance poetry drama is a look back at history.The dance-poetry drama of the same name has attracted phenomenal attention at the National Center for the Performing Arts and the CCTV Spring Festival Gala. This time it is adapted for the screen, it is also expected to become a dark horse that "breaks the circle".

Poster of "749 Bureau"

"Driver" Ge You returns

Comedies and cartoons have always been the "repertoire" of the National Day program. This time, the audience will meet with "old friends". Following "My Homeland and Me" and "My Hometown and Me" in previous years, the Beijing taxi driver played by Ge You returned again and performed the "Beijing good guy" in the entire feature film. Directed by Ning Hao, "Breaking Good" tells the story of Zhang Beijing, who unexpectedly becomes famous on the Internet when things go wrong, and shows the daily life of ordinary Chinese people. "Panda Project" starring Jackie Chan continues the action comedy he is best at, telling the story of a kung fu superstar and a panda caretaker working together to crack down on an international criminal organization and protect the "national treasure panda". It features a relaxed and humorous Jackie Chan-style kung fu adventure. "Pipilu and Lu Xixi: 309 Dark Room" and "New Big Head Son and Little Head Dad 6: Mini Adventure" are aimed at family audiences during the holidays. Classic animation IPs familiar to generations have been brought to this National Day release. More nostalgia.

In addition to the above 10 new films, "Transformers: Origins" which was just released last week, "Wild Child" in the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the documentary "The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru", which was just announced to represent mainland China in the Oscar for Best International Film, will also rely on It has a good reputation and continues to be released on the National Day schedule for a long time. Last year's National Day holiday grossed a total box office of 2.7 billion yuan. This year's National Day holiday has a larger number and richer types, and we look forward to achieving better results.