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"Evil Unbound" Dominates Box Office, Highlights WWII Atrocities

9/23/2025

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Zhao Linshan’s film "Evil Unbound" topped the China box office Sept 19-21, earning RMB881.7 million ($122.5 million) and $170.4 million in four days.
The World War II drama depicts atrocities by Japan's Unit 731, including human experiments.
It premiered in New York on Sept 18, highlighting history often overlooked in education.
Audiences praise its educational value and memory of history.

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Story summary

Zhao Linshan’s film "Evil Unbound" topped the China box office Sept 19-21, earning RMB881.7 million ($122.5 million) and $170.4 million in four days.
The World War II drama depicts atrocities by Japan's Unit 731, including human experiments.
It premiered in New York on Sept 18, highlighting history often overlooked in education.
Audiences praise its educational value and memory of history.