Hong Kong director Stanley Tong, known for action-packed hits like Police Story 3, recently took a deep dive into China’s cinematic future during a special tour of China Movie Metropolis at the SCO Film and Television Week. 🎥 The event spotlighted how Chinese filmmakers are blending creativity with next-gen tech to rival Hollywood’s blockbuster magic.
"The last decade has been like a superhero origin story for Chinese cinema," Tong joked, comparing the industry’s growth to Marvel’s meteoric rise. He praised advancements in virtual production and AI-driven特效 (special effects), quipping: "We’re entering an era where even Jackie Chan might need a digital double!" 🤖
The director also highlighted cross-border collaborations among SCO members, noting: "When you mix Kazakhstan’s storytelling traditions with China’s tech muscle, you get stories that can conquer TikTok and IMAX." 🌏✨
For young filmmakers, Tong dropped this wisdom: "Your phone isn’t just for selfies – it’s a 4K camera waiting to shoot your Oscar clip." 📱🏆
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Exploring Chinese cinema with Stanley Tong at China Movie Metropolis
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