Box Office Performance - In 2023, the total box office receipts in China were RMB 42.5 billion, representing a 22.6% decrease compared to the previous year[10]. - During the nine-day Spring Festival movie showtime in 2025, box office receipts reached over RMB 10 billion, with 187 million attendees, indicating a strong recovery in China's film industry[22][24]. - The overall box office receipts of the film industry in China decreased compared to last year, impacting the Group's performance[50]. - The Group's film "Full River Red" was a major contributor to last year's revenue, topping the box office in China during the Chinese New Year holiday in 2023[50]. - The film "Crazy Alien," directed by Ning Hao, grossed RMB 2.2 billion at the box office in China[34]. - The film "Dying to Survive," co-produced by Xu Zheng, earned RMB 3.1 billion in box office receipts and won multiple awards[35]. - The film "Breakup Buddies," directed by Ning Hao, grossed RMB 1.17 billion, making it the highest-grossing domestic Chinese movie of its release year[34]. - The box office receipts of films directed by Zhang Xiaoling exceeded RMB 3.1 billion, establishing him as one of the most commercially successful directors in China[39]. - Zhang Xiaoling's film "I Belonged to You" achieved box office receipts of over RMB 800 million, setting a record for its genre[39]. - The film "Full River Red," directed by Mr. Zhang, grossed RMB 4.5 billion in box office receipts in the PRC[44]. Film Production and Releases - The Group released several films during the year, including "The Hedgehog," which won the Best Screenplay at the Shanghai International Film Festival[11]. - The Group is actively preparing films with diverse themes, including "The Stage" and "She's Got No Name," featuring renowned directors and impressive casts[15]. - The Group plans to release several films in 2025, including "The Stage," "Li Na," and "She's Got No Name," showcasing diverse themes and notable directors[23][25]. - The Group is preparing to work on "Full River Red II" to continue the success of the previous box office champion, "Full River Red"[26]. - The Group has invested in films like "Intercross" and "Deep In The Mountains," aiming to diversify its offerings to meet audience demands[51]. - Some blockbusters invested by the Group have been delayed to debut in 2025, temporarily affecting revenue contributions[50]. - The Group plans to release several upcoming films, including "Li Na," "The Stage," and "She's Got No Name," featuring notable actors such as Hu Ge and Zhang Ziyi[51]. - Following the success of "Full River Red," the Group intends to collaborate again with director Zhang Yimou on a new project[51]. Online Video Platform Development - The Group's online video platform "huanxi.com" has enriched its content with award-winning films and TV programs, including "Lullaby," which won multiple Goya Awards, and "A Chiara," which received the Europa Cinemas Label Award[16][19]. - The Group aims to optimize "huanxi.com" by gathering international film and television masterpieces, including films like "Eiffel" and "My Brothers and I," which have received multiple nominations at prestigious film festivals[27][28]. - The online video platform "Huanxi Premier" is being developed to optimize content by aggregating global film and television works, including award-nominated films[30]. - The Group continues to enrich its online video platform "huanxi.com" to consolidate its competitive advantages[49]. - The Group's online video platform, "huanxi.com," continues to develop steadily, enhancing user experience with a selection of premium films[54]. Financial Performance - For the year ended December 31, 2024, the Group recorded a revenue of HK$34,180,000, a significant decrease from HK$1,332,794,000 in 2023[50]. - The Group experienced a net loss of HK$260,818,000 for the year, compared to a net profit of HK$159,135,000 in 2023[50]. - The Group's loss per share for 2024 was HK$0.07, down from a profit per share of HK$0.04 in 2023[61]. - As of December 31, 2024, the Group's net current assets were HK$473,962,000, down from HK$735,495,000 in 2023[64]. - The Group's current ratio as of December 31, 2024, was approximately 1.65, compared to 1.95 in 2023[64]. - The total equity of the Group amounted to HK$1,154,415,000 as of December 31, 2024, down from HK$1,453,568,000 in 2023[64]. - The Group recorded a revenue and film investment loss of HK$34,180,000, a significant decrease from HK$1,332,794,000 in 2023[58]. - The overall film and television market faced challenges due to a slowdown in macroeconomic growth and declining audience sentiment[49]. Strategic Collaborations and Content Development - The Group will collaborate with Alibaba Culture Entertainment Co. Ltd. to enhance online operations and content creation for blockbuster cinema projects[17][20]. - The "Content is King" strategy remains central to the Group's success, with ongoing collaborations with top Chinese directors like Zhang Yimou and Ning Hao to produce quality content[26][28]. - The company continues to believe that "content is king" in the film and television industry, focusing on collaboration with top Chinese directors to produce high-quality content[29]. - The company is preparing to collaborate again with director Zhang Yimou on the film "Man Jiang Hong II," following the success of "Man Jiang Hong," which was the top-grossing film of 2023[29]. - The Group aims to deepen cooperation with renowned Chinese directors to create diverse films that meet the viewing demands of Chinese consumers[30]. - The company plans to leverage the synergy between content and platform to expand its competitive advantage in the recovering film and television industry[30]. - The Group has exclusive rights to invest in a Chinese internet drama series co-directed by Wong Kar Wai, consisting of 18 episodes[38]. - The Group has exclusive rights to invest in three internet drama series directed by Mr. Zhang, with investment amount not less than 60% of the total film investment during the cooperation period[44]. Management and Governance - Mr. Xiang Shaokun, aged 62, has been the Chief Executive Officer since September 18, 2015, and has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions[96]. - The company has a diverse board with expertise in media, law, and film production, enhancing its strategic decision-making capabilities[96]. - The company has arranged appropriate insurance cover for directors' and officers' liabilities arising from corporate activities[183]. - All independent non-executive directors have confirmed their independence in accordance with the Listing Rules[181]. - The company will continue to assess the financial risks related to market, credit, and liquidity as outlined in the consolidated financial statements[170]. Risk Management and Future Outlook - The Group faces operational risks due to its limited number of film investments, which could significantly impact its financial results[157]. - The Group is closely monitoring the impact of the pandemic on the media market and is taking proactive measures to minimize its effects on business operations and financial results[166]. - The Directors believe that the involvement of key industry figures will be instrumental in the Company's development and risk mitigation in the media and entertainment sector[165]. - The board believes that collaborations with notable figures in the industry will significantly contribute to the company's media and entertainment business development and risk mitigation[167].
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