Grab your popcorn 🍿 and get ready! At the 12th Silk Road International Film Festival, Onke Dumeko, acting CEO of South Africa’s National Film and Video Foundation, sat down with CGTN’s Zhang Meng to talk all things film collaboration between South Africa and the Chinese mainland. 🎬✨
"I’ve been thoroughly impressed by the Chinese mainland film industry," Dumeko said. "It’s this fascinating balance between deep traditional roots and rapid innovation 6 where history and future growth coexist with equal importance."
She highlighted some exciting opportunities:
- Natural cultural ties: South Africa’s large Chinese community opens doors for authentic storytelling. 💬
- BRICS teamwork: As fellow BRICS partners, both sides can create quick wins with pilot co-productions that spark bigger projects. 🌍🤝
- Sustainable partnerships: Starting with small, concrete projects can build momentum for long-term collaborations. 🚀
For young entrepreneurs and creatives in Latin America, this is a win-win: imagine Afro-Chinese films that blend thrilling storylines, vibrant visuals, and fresh perspectives! 🌟 Whether you’re a film student, a budding director, or just a movie buff, now’s the time to keep an eye on these cross-continental collabs.
Stay tuned for more updates on how the Chinese mainland and South Africa are rewriting the script together! 🎥🌏
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
