Over 20 films hit Chinese screens during Qingming Festival holiday

More than 20 films hit theaters across China during the three-day Qingming Festival holiday, spanning genres from historical dramas to realistic stories and thrillers. 

Film administration leaders and filmmaker representatives pose for a group photo at a promotional event at the China National Film Museum in Beijing, April 2, 2026. [Photo courtesy of China Movie Channel]

At a promotional event held Thursday in Beijing, the China Film Administration showcased several productions centered on China's revolutionary history, including the feature film "Blood-Spattered Cliff," the opera film "Eight Sons, Eight Soldiers," and the VR film "Half of the Quilt." Filmmakers called on audiences to look back at history, honor fallen heroes, and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Main creators from several other commercial films also presented their works on stage and recommended their films' highlights. They included the comedy drama "It's OK," the emotionally packed drama "Sunshine Women's Choir," the family comedy drama "Now I Met Her," the suspense crime thriller "Game of Identity," and the horror film "The Caged Butterfly."

The event also introduced a number of international films, including the much-anticipated animated feature "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," the acclaimed sci-fi film "Project Hail Mary," and Pixar's top-rated animated film "Hoppers."

The holiday lasts three days from April 4 to 6.