The Chinese historical epic Crossing officially opened in theaters across the United States and Canada on July 10, bringing its large-scale cinematic storytelling to North American audiences.
Since its domestic release on June 26, Crossing has achieved strong box office results and positive audience response across China. As of July 12, the film had attracted more than seven million admissions and grossed over RMB 229 million, setting a new box office record for films centered on the Long March. Rather than experiencing the typical decline following its opening weekend, the film continued to draw audiences during its second week of release.
At the Los Angeles-area premiere, viewers from a range of cultural and professional backgrounds praised the film’s cinematography, sound design and emotional storytelling. Several said the film offered them a new perspective on Chinese history and encouraged them to learn more about the events behind the story.
Other viewers responded to the film’s focus on collective action rather than a single heroic figure. One film professional noted that much of the tension comes from teamwork, trust and the ability to adapt as circumstances change.
Released in North America by Well Go USA, a leading distributor of Chinese-language and Asian cinema, Crossing is now screening in more than 30 theaters across major markets in the United States and Canada. The release includes key cities in the western United States, such as Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle, as well as metropolitan areas across the central and eastern United States. Screenings are also taking place in Toronto and Vancouver.