‘The Furious’ Star Xie Miao to Headline U.S.-Set Martial Arts Crime Thriller for Stars Collective (EXCLUSIVE)
Chinese martial arts star Xie Miao is set to headline a new U.S.-based English-language crime thriller produced by Stars Collective. The project aims to leverage his background in wushu and his recent success in the film 'The Furious'.
Why it matters
This project reflects the growing trend of Hollywood studios and production companies seeking to capitalize on the international appeal of Asian action stars.
‘The Furious’ Star Xie Miao to Headline U.S.-Set Martial Arts Crime Thriller for Stars Collective (EXCLUSIVE) Chinese martial arts star Xie Miao ("The Furious," the "Eye for an Eye" series) is set to lead an English-language action crime thriller set in the U.S., which Los Angeles-based Stars Collective has in development.
The project will pursue the bruising, realistic style of martial arts action seen in "The Furious," and is designed to appeal to genre fans while building Xie's standing as an international action lead.
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