A Chinese family drama is proving that international appeal doesn't require a Hollywood budget. 'Dear You,' made in the Teochew language and produced for just $2 million, has become a box office phenomenon in China, crossing $250 million. The film's success is now translating to global expansion: it opens in U.K. and Irish cinemas June 26, with France to follow. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film's achievement showcases both the appetite for regional-language storytelling in China and the potential for homegrown productions to find audiences worldwide.

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