Polish movie "Vinci" will start its screening in cinemas on the
Chinese mainland on Thursday, making it the first imported movie of
2008, according to an official with the Shanghai United Circuit.
The light-hearted movie, directed by Polish director Juliusz
Machulski, revolves around stealing "Lady with an Ermine," a famous
painting by Da Vinci.
It has secured the No.1 spot at Poland's box-office for two
weeks and made strong box-office performance in other European
countries.
The official believed "Vinci" will be the first major
money-making film on China's movie market in 2008, adding that the
light comedy is suitable for the lucrative holiday movie season in
January.
The China Film Group Corporation said it plans to import 20
foreign movies this year, according to earlier reports.
(Xinhua News Agency January 9, 2008)
