Lights, camera, culture! The 19th Changchun Film Festival kicked off this week in northeastern China, blending cinematic magic with Gen Z’s curiosity. This year’s theme—\"New Era, New Cradle, New Power\"—sets the stage for a deep dive into China’s film history, and one Laotian student is stealing the spotlight. 🌍
Eakvixay Tran, a film-loving student from Laos, took audiences on a virtual tour of the legendary Changchun Film Studio, where Chinese cinema got its start. From vintage props to iconic movie sets, Tran explored artifacts like a time traveler with a TikTok account. \"The museum showed historical moments of filmmaking in China,\" he shared, grinning. \"Now I’m obsessed with understanding Chinese culture through its stories.\" 🎞️
His journey included deep dives into classic films, fan theories about beloved characters, and even face-to-face moments with cinematic legends. Spoiler alert: Wolf Warrior 2 and Zhang Yimou’s visually stunning dramas topped his favorites list. 🦁
Why does this matter? For Gen Z, movies aren’t just entertainment—they’re bridges between eras and borders. As Tran put it: \"Every film is a window.\" And this festival? It’s the ultimate Netflix for cultural explorers. 🍿
