Canadian director Sophie Deraspe is making waves at the 15th Beijing International Film Festival with her thought-provoking film Shepherds, a story weaving existential dilemmas, humanity's bond with nature, and critiques of urban life. 🎬 In an exclusive chat with CGTN, Deraspe shared her fresh take on China's moviegoers: "Chinese audiences are young, clever, and open to challenging narratives. They engage deeply with art."
The film, competing for the prestigious Tiantan Award, explores themes that Deraspe believes resonate globally. 🌍 "I wanted to question our alienation from nature and each other," she said, adding that China's vibrant film culture offers a "dynamic space" for cross-cultural dialogue. 🧠
Deraspe, visiting China for the first time, praised the festival's energy and diversity, calling it a "bridge between storytellers and curious minds." 🌟 With young audiences driving box-office trends, her insights highlight how cinema continues to unite generations and geographies.
