Lights, camera, cultural connection! Three Dutch films lit up screens at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival’s Belt and Road Film Week, sparking fresh dialogue between East and West. 🎥 From the surrealist drama Fabula to other cinematic gems, the Netherlands brought its A-game to one of Asia’s most influential film events.
A Platform for Global Stories
Nathalie Mierop, chair of Dutch film promotion group See NL, told CGTN the festival offers a 'unique bridge' for storytelling. 'Audiences here are hungry for diverse narratives,' she said, highlighting how Dutch films blend artistic experimentation with universal themes. 🌍
Behind the Scenes of Fabula
Producer Sander Verdonk shared how the fantasy film’s dreamlike visuals resonated with Chinese viewers: 'Cinema transcends language. We’re exploring co-production opportunities—imagine merging Dutch creativity with China’s tech innovation!' 💡
Building Bridges Through Film
With the Belt and Road initiative fostering cultural exchanges, both sides expressed optimism about future collaborations. Mierop noted: 'Young filmmakers are already connecting online. The next step? Joint projects that redefine global cinema.' 🤝
