Asian Cinema
Hong Kong film festival to open with Anthony Chen's 'We Are All Strangers'
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The 50th Hong Kong International Film Festival will open on April 1 with Anthony Chen's 'We Are All Strangers' and close on April 12 with Philip Yung's 'Cyclone'. The event features 215 films from 71 countries and regions, including numerous premieres. It also highlights filmmaker Jia Zhangke and includes special performances of Wong Kar-wai's 'In the Mood for Love'.
Singaporean director Anthony Chen chaired the Asian New Talent jury at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival on Sunday. He called on emerging Asian filmmakers to embrace sincerity and fresh ideas. Other jurors from the Golden Goblet competition shared their evaluation criteria during the meeting.
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Industry executives at the JAFF Market discussed challenges in China's theatrical audience and growth in Vietnam's market, while Indonesia's box office shows volatility despite hits. Panels emphasized the need for quality production and sustainable strategies amid competition from short-form content. Key insights came from leaders in China, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Japan.