China's protectionist policy led to a moratorium on imported blockbusters for almost two whole months, from the end of June to late August. However, Chinese film authorities decided to let two eagerly-anticipated films, "The Dark Knight Rises" and "The Amazing Spider-Man", clash on August 27.

Sample families are selected by research agencies to track TV shows through audience measurement, a method to indicate the popularity of a program. But problems arise when TV stations attempt to influence the data through various means.

According to the report, an industry insider said the overseas acquisition of Wanda is continuing. The China’s largest investor in cultural and entertainment activities is currently targeting European markets, after some intentionality negotiations.

The outpouring of Chinese documentaries over the past decade has inspired and impressed audiences all over the world. However, the problem for audiences on the Chinese mainland is that accessing such films isn't always easy.

DreamWorks Animation announced Tuesday that it plans to create a $3.2 billion cultural and entertainment district in Shanghai, with the help of some powerful Chinese partners.

M1905.com, the website of the government-owned China Movie Channel, is launching a set-top box targeting North American fans of Chinese movies and those of Chinese heritage.

Speculators, not long-term investment sources, are chasing government-subsidized businesses and producing low-quality films. And because output quality is poor, the industry has a hard time attracting investors and professionals.

US film giant DreamWorks Animation (DWA) and its Chinese partners said on Tuesday that they plan to co-produce upcoming film "Kung Fu Panda 3," as well as build an "entertainment destination" in Shanghai.

James Cameron, US director of Titanic and Avatar, attended a launching ceremony of Cameron-Pace Group (CPG) at Beijing's National Museum of China yesterday. He also finalized a joint venture for his latest 3D documentary, Beijing: The Imperial Capital.

A new Chinese joint venture said Monday that the third installment of DreamWorks Animation's "Kung Fu Panda" will be made in China as a co-production, the first for any major Hollywood animated feature film.