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Release Year2025
Runtime—
LanguageMandarin
CertificationNR
GenresHorror, Mystery, Fantasy
Votes1
DirectorXie Shaofeng
WritersXie Shaofeng
TypeFeature Film
Rating10.0 out of 10
Cast7 credited
Also Known AsFolk tales of Chu Maxian
About Folk tales of Chu Maxian
Set during the turbulent Republic of China era, forensic pathologist Fang Tianyi ventures into the forests of Northeast China to uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious murders.
Directed by Xie Shaofeng, Folk tales of Chu Maxian leans on a strong ensemble — Liu Xinyu, Jason Sze, Xie Shixin — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about horror titles of 2025.
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