British filmmaker Kim Longinotto, jury president for documentaries at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), sat down with CGTN to spill the tea on what makes cinema truly unforgettable. Spoiler: It’s not capes or CGI. 🦸♀️❌
"Audiences crave realness," Longinotto said, highlighting how documentaries and character-driven stories forge deeper connections than blockbuster spectacles. With Hollywood’s superhero fatigue growing faster than Thanos’ snap victims, her take feels timely. 🎬💥
The award-winning director praised SIFF for showcasing diverse voices, calling it a "gateway to global perspectives." For young creators, her advice? Keep it human. "When people see their struggles, joys, or cultures reflected authentically, that’s magic." 🌍✨
