Chinese animation "Nobody" has emerged as the reigning champion at Vietnam's box office for two consecutive weeks.
As of now, the blockbuster, which premiered in Vietnam on January 23, has grossed 33 billion Vietnamese dong (about 1.28 million U.S. dollars).
According to a Vietnamese film data platform, the film topped the weekly box office chart in its opening week with 152,000 viewers. In its second week, the film's popularity surged, resulting in a remarkable 30 percent increase in box office revenue.
Many young people in Vietnam feel that the film's narrative is deeply moving and resonates emotionally on a profound level.
"At first, this animated film gave me a pure comedic experience, but as the story progressed, I gradually had an increasingly deeper understanding of life, and became emotional. Even now, I remain immersed in the emotional impact the movie has left on me. This film is truly remarkable and touching, and I believe everyone should see it in theaters. I highly recommend it," said Nguyen Cong Phuc, a Vietnamese moviegoer.
"I saw a reflection of myself in the movie because I also work," said Pham Thu Ha, another moviegoer.
"Nobody" is set against a backdrop of Chinese classic novel "Journey to the West", which is widely known in Vietnam. The animation brings fresh perspectives and plot developments that resonate even more deeply than contemporaneous Hollywood blockbusters. The positive word-of-mouth has significantly boosted box office revenue.
"I read 'Journey to the West' when I was a child. I believe that Chinese culture emphasizes perseverance and sincerity. I think this animated film conveys a very good message. For example, it incorporates the concept of exorcising evil spirits and demons to explore the belief in people's hearts that aspires to eliminate wrongdoing and promote goodness," said Mai Phuơng Ngan, a moviegoer.
"Due to the immense popularity of 'Nobody', the National Cinema Center of Vietnam has made special adjustments to the screening schedule, adding multiple screenings to make it easier for audiences to watch this highly acclaimed film at their convenience," said Bui Thi Hau, a Vietnamese cinema staff member.
Chinese animation 'Nobody' emerges as reigning champion at Vietnam's box office for two weeks
