China’s First AI-Driven Theater Film Fails at the Box Office, Pulling in Only 1.23 Million in Four Days

China’s first AI-driven theater film, 'Sanxingdui: Tales of the Future', earned only 1.23 million yuan in box office receipts in its first four days, with a dismal attendance rate of less than 0.2% and an average of less than one viewer per screening. The film's stiff character expressions and awkward dialogues have disappointed audiences, signaling that AI-driven concepts no longer hold appeal for the general public.

The first AI-generated theatrical film in China, "Sanxingdui: Future Past," has underperformed at the box office, earning only 1.229 million yuan in its first four days, far below its production cost of over ten million yuan. The average audience per screening is only 0.3 people, with seat occupancy rates plummeting to just 0.2%. The film, produced by AI, has been criticized for several flaws, including lifeless facial expressions and artificial-sounding lines. Though the static scenes of bronze divine trees are impressive, the plot is chaotic and disjointed.

The underwhelming performance of the movie in the market has dampened the enthusiasm for AI-generated films in the industry. It underscores the importance of more than just a technological gimmick to capture the audience. This box office failure indicates that relying solely on the AI concept is no longer enough to attract viewers. In a market increasingly saturated with AI-generated content, traditional storytelling and genuine creativity are essential.