A team of young filmmakers from Yango University in Fuzhou has claimed a prestigious award at the 12th Silk Road International Film Festival's AI Film Competition. Their winning work, which explores cross-strait cultural connections through symbolic storytelling, has sparked discussions about art's role in bridging historical and contemporary divides.
The film employs advanced AI tools to weave narratives rooted in shared traditions across the Taiwan Strait, blending folklore motifs with modern visual techniques. A team representative stated: "Our goal was to create a dialogue about common heritage that resonates beyond geographical boundaries."
The annual festival, hosted in Fujian Province, attracted participants from 48 countries and regions, including entries from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and Southeast Asian nations. Industry analysts note the growing influence of AI in Asian cinema, with China's film sector reporting 34% year-on-year growth in AI-assisted productions.
Cultural scholars highlight the timing of this achievement, coinciding with increased academic exchanges between the Chinese mainland and Taiwan. The festival's jury praised the work for "reimagining regional narratives through technological innovation while maintaining cultural authenticity."
