Lin Tâm Như’s Horror Film Holds Decade-Long Record in China

Lin Tâm Như’s 2014 horror film, ‘The House That Never Dies,’ continues to hold the record for highest-grossing horror film in China, despite a lackluster critical reception. The film, set in a haunted mansion located in one of China’s most fearsome locations, features a star-studded cast including Ngô Trấn Vũ, Dương Hữu Ninh, and Tần Hải Lộ. While the film only garnered a 4.7/10 rating on Douban, its blend of traditional horror elements like ghosts and bloodsucking, combined with the use of 3D technology, captivated audiences and propelled it to a box office success. With a production budget of only 25 million yuan, it raked in over 400 million yuan in 2014. This achievement solidified Lin Tâm Như’s position as the ‘Queen of Chinese Horror Films’ following her previous successful horror ventures. Despite facing competition, Lin Tâm Như’s film remains a landmark in Chinese horror cinema.