CultureHit film Once Upon a Time in the Middle East showcases thriving China-Egypt cultural exchange

The summer blockbuster Once Upon a Time in the Middle East reflects close cultural and cinematic cooperation between China and Egypt. Dozens of Egyptian actors joined the cast after a Cairo search drew more than 13,700 applicants, while local advisers helped refine cultural details. The production included repeated Middle East research trips, nearly 200 on-location buildings and Egyptian musical elements. Its box office has topped 2 billion yuan ($298 million).

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CChina News Service★★☆☆☆2026-09-04 08:13Original