Lights, camera, cultural connection! The 2025 Shanghai International Film Festival kicked off this week with a spotlight on German cinema, blending bratwurst and baozi through the magic of storytelling. Running June 13-22, the event features a curated selection of Germany’s finest films – from indie darlings to crowd-pleasing dramas – proving that subtitles are no match for universal emotions. 🎥
Simone Baumann, managing director of government-backed film promoter German Films, told CGTN this year’s lineup aims to "create dialogue through shared screens" between the two nations. With her organization celebrating 71 years of global cinema diplomacy, Baumann emphasized: "Every frame exchanged is a handshake across continents."
The festival comes as China-Germany cultural cooperation hits new heights – think K-pop meets Beethoven remixes. For young creatives worldwide, it’s a masterclass in how art bridges political and linguistic divides. As one festival-goer tweeted: "Who needs Google Translate when you’ve got tear-jerking close-ups?" 😂
