Lights, camera, cultural connection! The 27th Shanghai Film Festival kicked off this week, dazzling audiences with over 400 films from around the globe. Running through June 22, this year’s event doubles as a celebration of 120 years of Chinese cinema and 130 years of global film history – and one Kazakh film buff is here for it all. 🌟
Milla, a Tsinghua University student and self-proclaimed cinephile, sat down with CGTN to gush about her journey into Chinese films. "I first watched them while prepping for my HSK exams," she shared, "but they quickly became way more than language tools." From sweeping historical epics to modern social dramas, she praises how these stories "spark reflection and emotional earthquakes" in viewers.
Why It Matters
Milla’s take cuts through the noise: "Chinese cinema isn’t just entertainment – it’s art that carries our shared humanity." As streaming platforms shrink cultural distances, her perspective highlights how young global audiences are embracing China’s film renaissance. 🍿
The Bigger Picture
With the festival showcasing everything from indie darlings to blockbusters, Milla’s excitement mirrors China’s growing soft power. "I can’t wait to see how filmmakers blend tradition with new tech," she says, predicting Chinese stories will keep reshaping global pop culture. Now that’s a sequel we’d queue for! 🎥
