independent film
“Festival Shadows” Gives Paris Rare Glimpse Of Independent Chinese Film
Running from November 9-17 in Paris, Festival Shadows focuses on independent Chinese film in its fourth edition, giving local audiences a rare chance to see the other side of China's… Read More
Despite Strong Showing At Busan Film Fest, Long Road Ahead For Chinese Indies
Independent Chinese filmmakers are out in force at the ongoing Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), yet the strong presence of this growing contingent belies many of the challenges that lie… Read More
Despite Devoted Audience, China’s Art House Theaters Struggling
Though the Chinese capital now has three art-house theaters, a dearth of available films, a lack of management talent and poor return on investment for owners means the future of… Read More
Filmmaker Jia Zhangke To Open Beijing Arthouse Theatre
Director Jia Zhangke, fresh off his recent collaboration with Johnnie Walker for its second "Yulu" campaign, is set to add another title to his impressive resume: arthouse theater owner. Read More
