Chinese films eye the Russian market

The animated Chinese blockbuster Monkey King: Hero is Back, which grossed $150 million in China, has just hit Russian screens, as more Chinese films are increasingly testing the waters in overseas markets.

It is not easy for Chinese movies to make inroads in Russia, but Muscovites say Monkey King is an unforgettable picture. They are impressed by its technology and storytelling.

"I like the animation very much. When I was a kid, I saw a similar Monkey King cartoon. I'm familiar with the story," a middle-aged Moscow filmgoer said.