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Chinese Drama 'Dead to Rights' Set for U.S. Release

7/29/2025

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Postman Unveils Horror

Chinese historical drama "Dead to Rights," directed by Shen Ao, hits U.S. and Canadian theaters on August 15, with streaming to follow. Set against the harrowing backdrop of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, it tells the gripping tale of a courageous postman determined to unveil the horrors of war. The film has already captivated audiences in China, grossing nearly $74M, and aims for a remarkable $450M in North America.

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Fishermen Save POWs

Get ready for an emotional journey as "Dongji Rescue," a gripping Chinese historical action drama, hits theaters in the U.K. and Ireland on August 22, after captivating audiences in China on August 8. This powerful film recounts the 1942 tragedy of the Lisbon Maru and the brave local fishermen who risked everything to save British POWs from the clutches of Japanese forces.

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Postman Unveils Horror

Chinese historical drama "Dead to Rights," directed by Shen Ao, hits U.S. and Canadian theaters on August 15, with streaming to follow. Set against the harrowing backdrop of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, it tells the gripping tale of a courageous postman determined to unveil the horrors of war. The film has already captivated audiences in China, grossing nearly $74M, and aims for a remarkable $450M in North America.

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