Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the ongoing efforts by Chinese authorities to combat piracy and illegal distribution of films in cinemas, highlighting a recent special operation aimed at protecting copyright in the film industry. Group 1: Special Operation Overview - Since January 2023, a joint operation by the National Copyright Administration, National Film Administration, Ministry of Public Security, and Ministry of Culture and Tourism has been launched to protect cinema film copyrights [1]. - As of February 20, 2023, the operation has resulted in the investigation of 22 cases related to copyright infringement during the Spring Festival film season, leading to the arrest of over 40 individuals involved in illegal recording and distribution [1]. - The operation has prompted the removal of 2,295,700 infringing links from relevant online platforms and the suspension of 4,116 accounts that repeatedly violated copyright [1]. Group 2: Notable Cases of Infringement - A foreign individual was caught recording and distributing films like "Venom: Let There Be Carnage" and "Burning City" in a Beijing cinema, with the case being investigated by local copyright enforcement [1]. - In Tianjin, an individual named Zhao was found recording "Nezha: The Devil's Child" in a cinema to gain social media followers, leading to rapid online distribution of the pirated film [2]. - In Shanxi, Zhang recorded "Boonie Bears: The Restart" in a cinema and shared it online, resulting in legal action against him [2]. - In Jiangsu, Wang recorded "Boonie Bears: The Restart" for profit and was subsequently investigated [3]. - In Guangdong, a group was caught recording "Detective Chinatown 3" and "Nezha: The Devil's Child" for profit, leading to legal consequences [3]. Group 3: Major Crackdowns on Piracy - In Zhejiang, a group was apprehended for creating a piracy website and app, distributing films like "Nezha: The Devil's Child" and "The Legend of the Gods: War of the West," with over 14 million yuan involved [4]. - In Anhui, another group was caught for similar activities, with over 12 million yuan in illicit gains [4]. - In Chongqing, individuals were found selling U-disks containing pirated films, with over 5 million yuan involved in their operations [4].