A Hub for Film Preservation and Cross-Cultural Dialogue
The China Film Archive (CFA) has emerged as a cornerstone of cinematic heritage preservation and international cultural collaboration. As a national-level institution, it combines film collection, restoration, and academic research to safeguard over a century of cinematic history, while fostering dialogue between Chinese and global filmmakers.
From Local Treasures to Global Screens
Through partnerships with film archives in over 30 countries and regions, the CFA has restored and screened 150+ classic films since 2020. Recent projects include digitally remastering works by legendary directors like Fei Mu and hosting touring exhibitions of European avant-garde cinema across major Chinese cities.
Economic and Cultural Synergy
The archive’s initiatives create opportunities for international co-productions and streaming partnerships, particularly in Asia’s booming film markets. Its annual Silk Road Film Conservation Symposium has attracted participation from 58 countries and regions since 2018, with restored films generating $27M in global licensing revenue.
Connecting Diaspora Through Shared Heritage
For Asian communities abroad, the CFA’s online screening portal offers access to 4K restored versions of regional classics, with multilingual subtitles in 12 languages. This digital archive saw 2.3 million views during Lunar New Year 2023, reflecting growing global interest in Asia’s cinematic legacy.
