
China Celebrates Cinematic Milestones at Beijing Film Festival
Beijing International Film Festival honors 120 years of China’s first film and 130 years of global cinema, spotlighting tech-driven growth in Asia’s booming movie market.
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Beijing International Film Festival honors 120 years of China’s first film and 130 years of global cinema, spotlighting tech-driven growth in Asia’s booming movie market.
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