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Zhang Yimou's first spy film receives acclaim following test screening
2021-04-26 16:53:04
BEIJING, April 25 (Xinhua) -- "Cliff Walkers," the first foray of renowned Chinese director Zhang Yimou into the spy genre, has received wide acclaim from moviegoers and critics alike following a test screening Saturday.
Starring Zhang Yi and Yu Hewei, the action heavyweight is set for release in China on April 30, joining a packed lineup for screening during the five-day May Day holiday starting on May 1, usually a busy moviegoing period.
Yin Hong, vice chairman of the China Film Association and a renowned film critic, was amazed at the film's star-studded cast and hailed its high quality in a social media post.
"Cliff Walkers" currently boasts a rating of 9.2 out of 10 on e-ticketing platform Maoyan.
Its release in North America, Australia and New Zealand is also scheduled for April 30, according to CMC Pictures, the film's overseas distributor. Enditem
Editor:Jiang Yiwei