Parisians Share Their Favorite Chinese Films

Move over, Hollywood! As Chinese animated blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2' smashes global box offices, we hit the streets of Paris to discover which Chinese filmmakers have captured French hearts . Spoiler: It’s not just Jackie Chan!

From Martial Arts to Life Lessons

Marc Viallet, a Paris resident, praised legendary director King Hu’s 'A Touch of Zen' and 'Dragon Gate Inn'. \"These aren’t just fight scenes—they’re poetry about nature and human struggle,\" he told a local media crew.

Love in the Mood for Tony Leung

French student Alice gushed about Tony Leung Chiu-wai’s performance in Wong Kar-wai’s 'In the Mood for Love': \"His silent longing? Perfection. That film made me want to learn Cantonese!\"

With 'Ne Zha 2' proving China’s animation prowess, it’s clear: From wuxia epics to moody romances, Chinese storytelling is having a global moment.

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