Parallax Films Takes Shao Yihui, Yang Lina, Yin Lichuan Titles to Busan Market
Parallax Films is presenting new films from Chinese women directors Shao Yihui, Yang Lina and Yin Lichuan to buyers at the Asian Contents & Film Market in Busan, according to Variety.
Parallax Films is presenting new titles from Chinese women directors Shao Yihui, Yang Lina and Yin Lichuan to buyers at the Asian Contents & Film Market in Busan, according to Variety.
Shao Yihui's short film Winning at Sleep is on the sales agent's slate. Yang Lina's It's OK reteams her with actress Wen Qi. Yin Lichuan's A Joke is described as the first Chinese feature to tackle sexual harassment in the workplace.
Parallax Films recently closed theatrical and digital deals across Europe, North America and Asia. Masayume is set for a North American release in spring 2027.
Background
In 2021, Shao Yihui's breakout film B for Busy opened the door for female-centered stories in China. Three years later, Yin Lichuan's Like a Rolling Stone and Shao Yihui's Her Story grossed more than RMB845 million ($118 million) combined at the domestic box office. Her Story won best picture, best actress and best supporting actress at the 38th Golden Rooster Awards. Luka Yuanyuan Yang's documentary hybrid Chinatown Cha-Cha found success on the festival circuit.
Quick answers
What titles is Parallax Films presenting in Busan?
Shao Yihui's short film Winning at Sleep, Yang Lina's It's OK, and Yin Lichuan's A Joke.
What is A Joke about?
It is described as the first Chinese feature to tackle sexual harassment in the workplace.
When will Masayume be released in North America?
Spring 2027.