🎬 Lights, camera, culture! The 19th Changchun Film Festival is lighting up Jilin Province this week, and for Gen Z visitors like Lao student Eakvixay Tran, it’s a front-row seat to China’s cinematic evolution. From exploring the iconic Changchun Film Studio museum to geeking out over historic props, Tran’s journey reveals why young audiences are falling for Chinese films.
From Lao Student to Film Buff 🌏
‘I felt like I time-traveled,’ Tran said after touring exhibitions showcasing China’s movie milestones. His hands-on experience with movie relics—from vintage cameras to iconic costumes—mirrors Gen Z’s hunger for immersive storytelling. ‘I want to binge-watch every classic now!’ he laughed, name-checking actors like Wu Jing as favorites.
Why Gen Z Cares About Cultural Roots 🌱
Tran isn’t alone. As streaming platforms like iQiyi explode globally, young viewers are swapping Marvel for Wolf Warrior and historical dramas. ‘These films aren’t just entertainment—they’re like a language,’ Tran explained. ‘You learn about China’s past, its people, even current trends.’
With this year’s festival theme ‘New Era, New Cradle, New Power,’ organizers are betting big on Gen Z’s curiosity to drive cross-cultural dialogue. After all, who needs a time machine when you’ve got cinema? 🍿✨
