A Box Office Conundrum: What China's Latest Film Figures Reveal About Industry Trends The Chinese box office has long been a barometer of cultural trends and economic shifts.
Recent figures from Artisan Gateway show that "Once Upon a Time in the Middle East" has held the top spot at the mainland China box office for three consecutive weekends, with a cumulative total of $283.
7 million since its August 11 launch. This success is notable given the mixed bag of international releases currently dominating Chinese screens.