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Conversely, the international outlook, particularly in China, paints an even bleaker picture. Pre-sales revenue in China currently stands at a mere $13,000 after three days of pre-sale, signaling an opening weekend effort that could fall below one million dollars—a catastrophic result for a Hollywood tentpole. Interestingly, some Chinese promotional posters for the film deliberately obscure Ariel’s racial identity, possibly reflecting ideological sensitivities or marketing strategies to appeal to local audiences.