China Film Week (Sweden) Concluded

From August 30 to September 1, China Film Week (Sweden), co-hosted by China Cultural Center in Stockholm and China Film Archive with the support of China Film Administration, was successfully held at the Swedish Film Institute. The event presented six high-quality Chinese films of diverse styles and genres, drawing wide attention and enthusiastic responses from Swedish audiences.

A Diverse Program Reflecting Contemporary China

The curated selection covered a wide range of genres, including sports drama, family stories, animation, and historical documentary:

·The inspirational sports film Pegasus 2
·Warm and heartfelt dramas Enjoy Yourself and Like a Rolling Stone
·Animated masterpieces Chang’an and I Am What I Am 2, showcasing the aesthetics of Chinese culture
· The historical documentary The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru

At the opening of China Film Week, Dr. Jiao Rui from Renmin University of China delivered a lecture on the development of Chinese cinema and explained the curatorial approach behind the selection of films for this event. These films not only highlight China’s rich history and vibrant modern society, but also shed light on the aspirations and resilience of ordinary people in their pursuit of a better life.

Full Houses and Enthusiastic Audiences

All six screenings were fully booked in advance, creating a “sold-out” phenomenon. Each film received warm applause from the audience, who shared their impressions after the screenings:

“Through these films, I have seen a more vivid and authentic China.”
“Not only its brilliant history, but also the vitality of its modern society.”
“The artistic level and unique aesthetics of Chinese cinema are truly impressive.”

Film as a Bridge of Sino-Swedish Cultural Exchange

The art of cinema transcends language, serving as one of the finest media to connect emotions and foster cultural understanding between the peoples of China and Sweden. After the screenings, many spectators lingered, sharing their reflections and capturing memorable moments at the venue.They expressed their hope that more outstanding Chinese films will come to Sweden in the future, allowing Swedish audiences to gain a deeper understanding of and closer connection to China through the big screen.

The festival may have concluded, but the exchange continues

China Cultural Center in Stockholm will remain committed to using film as a medium to foster cultural ties, bringing China closer to the world and the world closer to China.

Photographer: Wei Xuechao