With movie theaters shuttered worldwide in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the theatrical film business has never looked more precarious. But that's not stopping China's largest exhibition company from doubling down on cinema construction.
09.04.2020 - 16:37 / hollywoodreporter.com
China's television networks and streaming platforms benefited from an explosion of viewers after the world's most populous nation began practicing social distancing in late January to contain the new coronavirus, says a new report published Thursday by Beijing-based ticketing company Maoyan. The surging television and streaming consumption came amid reduced filmgoing, according to Maoyan.
With movie theaters shuttered worldwide in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the theatrical film business has never looked more precarious. But that's not stopping China's largest exhibition company from doubling down on cinema construction.
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