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Countdown: 5 Days Left for the 2nd Star Horizon Project Submission!

From a single sprout to a flourishing forest, from a spark of light to a brilliance that illuminates the night. As creators capture the folds of our era through their lenses, micro dramas are carving out a new frontier in the cinematic landscape with unstoppable momentum. This is an era for innov...

2026-03-10

NEWHER Mentor Jessica Chen's Heartwarming Film A Table for Two Sets Release Date for March 14

On March 14, 2026, the film A Table for Two, produced by Jessica Chen - mentor for the 16th NEWHER Workshop's Production Training Course - will premiere in theaters nationwide. Supervised by Zhang Lv, written and directed by Wu Jing, the film stars Wang Chuanjun and Jiang Shuying in lead roles, a...

2026-03-08

Call for Submissions: The 16th BJIFF's Art & Vision Certain Unit - "Visionary New Order" Commercial Art Short Film Section Now Open

In an era of extreme content saturation, tens of thousands of images flood our vision daily, competing for attention. In this fierce competition, consumers are increasingly desensitized to hollow brand narratives, making such content unsustainable.

2026-03-04

Project Pitches Training Camp Notes: No Goodbyes, Only the Next Shoot

January 2026 brought a group of aspiring filmmakers to the 16th Beijing International Film Festival Project Pitches Training Camp. It wasn’t a casual exercise, but a real venture into the world of filmmaking. Every spark of creativity and every debate of ideas helped them grow.

2026-03-02

"Charts Clear the Fog, Aligning Every Frame": Jessica Chen's Production Methodology at the NEWHER Workshop Production Training Course

"Filmmaking is, at its core, a practice of witnessing each other's character and craft - a shared journey of cultivation with all of you."
The current film production industry stands at a crossroads where opportunity and uncertainty intertwine.

2026-03-02

Booth Registration Approaches Final Deadline - Secure Your Spot at This Premier Cinematic Gathering!

Since the launch of booth registration for the Beijing Film Market at the 16th Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF), it has attracted significant interest and enthusiastic participation from film industry professionals worldwide. We are now in the final phase of registration and warmly enc...

2026-03-02

Call for Entries: AIGC Game IP Short Video Competition, Game-Based Animated Films Section of the 16th BJIFF

As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms the global content industry at an unprecedented pace, creative expression is undergoing a profound evolution. Capitalizing on breakthroughs in large language model technologies, the Game-Based Animated Films Section is proud to introduce its inaugural "A...

2026-02-28

Retrospective: Tim Burton x Johnny Depp, Unconventional Dream Weavers

In the vast universe of cinema, horror and thriller works have been continuously captivating global audiences with their intense emotional tension, enchanting fantastical settings, and soul-stirring emotional resonance. Within this vein, Tim Burton has always infused the global film industry with...

2026-02-28

2025 ASUS e-Volunteer Social Good Video Section Outstanding Works Sharing | Creating with Youth, Building the e-Creation Future Together

The ASUS e-Volunteer Social Good Video Section at the Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF) continues to provide a platform for young creators. Since 2019, the ASUS e-Volunteer Social Good Video Program has continuously provided a platform for young creators. It has nurtured over 1,900 outs...

2026-02-11

Retrospective: Werner Herzog: The Cinematic Warrior Who Pushes Boundaries

A leading figure of New German Cinema, Werner Herzog is undoubtedly one of the most influential and legendary filmmakers in the world today. His filmmaking journey has spanned continents, from the icy wilderness of Antarctica to pristine tropical rainforests, from the mysterious caves of France d...

2026-02-04