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China's first AI-generated film flops at box office, signaling audience skepticism

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China's first AI-generated feature film, "Sanxingdui: Future Past," has failed to attract audiences, grossing only an estimated $180,000 against a $1.5 million budget. While AI is widely adopted for short-form microdramas in China, with over 95% now AI-generated, feature films appear to be a different story. Experts suggest audiences remain skeptical of AI in longer cinematic productions, potentially preferring such content on streaming platforms rather than in theaters. AI

IMPACT Suggests a potential ceiling for AI adoption in feature filmmaking, pushing creators to focus on streaming or improve quality to match audience expectations.

RANK_REASON Article discusses audience reception and expert opinion on the commercial viability of AI-generated films, rather than a new release or technical development.

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China's first AI-generated film flops at box office, signaling audience skepticism

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jay Ganglani ·

    China’s first AI-generated film to get a theatrical release flops at the box office

    Sanxingdui: Future Past only generated around $180,000 at the box office, despite costing $1.5 million to make.

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