Lights, camera, cross-continental action! 🎬🌍 At the 12th Silk Road International Film Festival, Onke Dumeko, acting CEO of South Africa’s National Film and Video Foundation, sat down with CGTN’s Zhang Meng to dish on the exciting future of Sino-South African film collabs.
“I’ve been thoroughly impressed by the film industry in the Chinese mainland,” Dumeko shared. “It’s this fascinating balance between deep traditional roots and rapid innovation – where history and future growth coexist with equal importance.”
She highlighted the sweet spot for collaboration: “South Africa’s large Chinese community offers a natural foundation for cultural exchange. As BRICS partners, we should zero in on tangible quick wins – concrete projects that can build momentum for sustained co-productions.” Think co-produced dramas or documentaries that blend township vibes with breathtaking Chinese mainland landscapes!
For young creators in Bangalore, Jakarta or Ho Chi Minh City who live for Netflix marathons and indie film fests, this is your sign to dream big. Imagine a sci-fi series co-directed by filmmakers from Cape Town and Beijing, or a web series exploring street food culture from Durban to Sichuan. These collabs can level up storytelling and open doors to global audiences.
From scriptwriting workshops to joint funding schemes, the roadmap is clear: start small with pilot projects, film labs, and talent exchanges. With digital platforms making distribution easier than ever, your next binge-worthy series could be a BRICS-born masterpiece! 📱✨
Stay tuned for more updates as these two vibrant film industries script a new chapter in cultural fusion. Who knows—your next favorite show might just be around the corner! 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
