Global Filmmakers Reveal Favorite Chinese Films at Beijing Festival
International cinema leaders spotlight Chinese films blending artistic vision and commercial success at Beijing festival, revealing cross-cultural influences.
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Global Filmmakers Honor 130 Years of Cinema at Beijing Festival
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Yang Liwei: China’s First Astronaut & the 2003 Space Breakthrough
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Director Rob Minkoff Hails Storytelling Behind ‘Ne Zha 2’ Success
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Hollywood Director Praises China’s Film Market Openness at Beijing Festival
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BJIFF Tiantan Award Trophy Celebrates Cinematic Harmony and Diversity
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Isabelle Huppert: Filmmaking as a Journey Into the Self
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Madu Village: A Beacon of Rural Revitalization Along the Yellow River
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China’s Ancient Silk Manuscripts Brought to Life in New Documentary Series
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China’s Film Festival Frenzy: A Cultural Passion Unleashed
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Chapter 4: The Han Emperor Deposed, the Prince of Chenliu Crowned; Cao Cao Presents the Blade to Slay Dong Zhuo
Dong Zhuo forces the young Emperor to abdicate and installs the Prince of Chenliu, purging loyal ministers and inaugurating his brutal rule in Luoyang.
Wakayama’s Giant Pandas Return to China in June
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4th CMG Forum Explores Tech, Culture in Qufu’s Historic Setting
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Longmen Grottoes Captivate Global Media with Timeless Artistry
Foreign journalists marvel at China’s Longmen Grottoes, showcasing 1,500 years of intricate Buddhist sculptures & cultural legacy in Henan.
Norwegian Director Critiques Hollywood, Eyes Collaboration With China
Norwegian director Vibeke Løkkeberg critiques American cinema at Beijing film fest, highlights desire to collaborate with Chinese filmmakers.
Pangu’s Creation Myth: Ancient China’s Cosmic Origins
Explore the ancient Chinese myth of Pangu, whose sacrifice forged the cosmos, revealing enduring themes of balance and unity in traditional worldview.
South Korean Tourists Flock to Shanghai Supermarkets, Nail Salons
South Korean tourists in Shanghai are bypassing traditional attractions for supermarkets and nail salons, driven by visa-free access and cultural curiosity.
Ancient Chinese Myth Explains Cosmic Balance Through Fire and Water
Ancient Chinese myth of fire and water deities explains Earth’s tilt and natural patterns, revealing early cosmological insights in dramatic allegory.
China’s Embodied AI Robot Games Debut in Wuxi
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