This week at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival, the French indie film "Nino" hosted a lively post-screening exchange session. Star actress Salomé Dewaels was thrilled to see so many fans from the Chinese mainland turning out to celebrate the movie.
Speaking to CGTN, Dewaels shared, "I was honestly blown away by the energy and warmth of everyone here. You guys made me feel right at home in Hainan! ❤️" She added that interacting with such passionate film lovers has been a career highlight.
Set against Hainan's sun-soaked beaches 🌴, "Nino" follows the inspiring journey of a young musician chasing her dreams. While the film is rooted in French culture, the universal themes of friendship and perseverance clearly resonated with Chinese mainland fans—giving Dewaels plenty to talk about during the fun Q&A session.
For South and Southeast Asian cinephiles, this kind of cross-cultural exchange is a reminder of how movies can bridge diverse communities. Whether you're Netflix-binging in Jakarta or catching an indie flick in Colombo, keep an eye out for "Nino"—it's creating buzz well beyond Europe and the Chinese mainland! 🎥✨
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'Nino' actress Salomé Dewaels: Chinese fans are so enthusiastic!
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