Ever wondered what it feels like to wander through misty mountains straight out of a dream? 🌄 Jury member Matthias Delvaux, fresh off judging at the 12th Silk Road International Film Festival, spills his top highlights from the city of Fuzhou in the Chinese mainland.
First up: nature overload. The peaks around Fuzhou are like the Cameron Highlands of Malaysia or the tea hills of Darjeeling – only with their own unique magic. Imagine waking up to a sea of clouds and a cool breeze that taps you awake better than any alarm ⏰.
Down by the rivers, the vibe shifts to laid-back cool. The confluence of waterways feels a bit like the Triveni Sangam – energy flowing from every direction. Locals gather on the banks at sunset, slurping spicy fish soup and swapping stories under lantern-lit skies 🌆.
But the real show? Evening life by the water. Picture this: communities dancing, impromptu karaoke sessions, and kids chasing paper lanterns. It’s like if your neighborhood during Navaratri bumped into a pasar malam in Penang – pure joy, zero filter 🎶✨.
For Delvaux, these simple moments fueled his creativity and reminded him why film festivals are more than red carpets. It’s about culture, connection, and those candid snapshots that turn into lifelong memories.
So next time you hear “Fuzhou,” think beyond the screen – it’s a vibrant canvas of nature, food, and community that’s ready for your story. Who’s booking their ticket? 😉
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Revisiting Fuzhou: Jury member Matthias Delvaux's fond memories
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