Lights, camera, action! This year’s 82nd Venice International Film Festival is buzzing with a fresh wave of Chinese cinema 🎬✨.
Festival director Alberto Barbera says it’s “like a comeback of Chinese cinema on the international stage” after a quiet period. Audiences are ready to dive into stories that reflect today’s China, not just the past.
Roberto Stabille from Cinecitta adds that more Chinese films mean new cultural bridges. Whether it’s dramas about city life or experimental narratives, these movies show modern realities and connect with global viewers.
Italian director Italo Spinelli notes young audiences are watching in new ways—streaming, VR, social platforms—and Chinese filmmakers are leading this revolution. “Their works fuse history and modern vibes like nowhere else,” says immersive consultant Michel Reilhac.
From local tales with universal themes to tech-driven storytelling, Chinese filmmakers are proving that being true to your roots makes a film truly global. So if you’re craving fresh perspectives, Venice is where you’ll find them 🌏🎥.
Reference(s):
Experts: World expects more Chinese films to present modern China
cgtn.com
