Film buffs got a taste of global storytelling as the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival wrapped up this week, with German-produced drama Dry Leaf stealing hearts ❤️. Nominated for the Golden Coconut Award’s top prize, the film’s creators Mariam Shatberashvili and Louise Hauschild told CGTN they were ‘blown away’ by Chinese viewers’ thoughtful questions during post-screening talks.
🎥 ‘Audiences here dive deep into the artistic layers – it’s like they’re co-creating the story with us,’ Hauschild shared, while Shatberashvili highlighted how such festivals ‘build bridges through shared screen magic’. With 100+ films showcased, the event proves China’s growing role as a hub for diverse cinematic voices 🌍.
Young creatives take note: As streaming reshapes viewing habits, these face-to-face cultural exchanges remind us why the big screen still matters 🍿. Who’s ready for next year’s edition? ✨
