Year-ender: 2024 Captivating Chinese screens

Article 20

Douban Rating: 7.5

Box Office: 2.45 billion yuan ($383 million)

Directed by Zhang Yimou, Article 20 is a comedic film that delves into the lives of ordinary individuals, drawing inspiration from Article 20 of the Chinese Criminal Law concerning the right to self-defense. Starring Lei Jiayin and Ma Li, the film follows the journey of a prosecutor, Han Min, entangled in a divisive case while concurrently navigating personal challenges within his family sphere. Anticipated for its exploration of legal and social issues within the Chinese landscape, Article 20 promises a thought-provoking cinematic experience.