From Sci-Fi Vision to Reality: Filmmaker Hails China's Transformation
Brazilian director Petra Costa described Shanghai's futuristic cityscape – teeming with zero-emission vehicles and cutting-edge infrastructure – as "a development miracle" during her role as a jury member at the 2024 Shanghai International Film Festival. The observation came during a recent interview where she contrasted today's innovation hub with her mother's accounts of 1980s China, when Brazil held economic advantages in multiple sectors.
"The speed of progress here defies imagination," said Costa, noting how green transportation solutions now dominate streets that once relied on fossil fuels. "This isn't just urban development – it's a reimagining of modern living."
BRICS Partnership Fuels Cultural Exchange
Costa emphasized the growing importance of China-Brazil collaborations through the BRICS framework, particularly in cinema. "Our nations both value storytelling that combines social awareness with artistic ambition," she remarked, highlighting recent co-productions addressing climate change and technological ethics.
Industry analysts note that Sino-Brazilian film partnerships increased 22% year-over-year since 2022, with streaming platforms driving demand for cross-cultural content. The trend aligns with China's broader push for international cultural exchanges under its Global Civilization Initiative.
