The festival, founded by art-house favorite Jia Zhangke, was forced to change its opening title at the last minute, but still boasts plenty of substance across its 52-film program, plus a Zhang Yimou master class.
of Chinese maestro Zhang Yimou's latest art-house effort from competition at the Berlin International Film Festival in February.
These are sensitive times for China as the country continues to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the founding of the CPC.Old Neighborhoodwas China’s Oscar submission in the international film category in 2015.
PYIFF was put together by Jia with film historian and former Venice boss Marco Muller as artistic director. Its remit has been to “to become a professional showcase for exceptional films and outstanding filmmakers, to celebrate the achievements of international cinema, and promote the works of young Chinese directors.” The event is unique among Chinese festivals in being held in the remote, ancient town of Pingyao, which also happens to be Jia's hometown.
Once again the program champions the cause of China’s next generation, with one program giving a platform specifically for filmmakers from the surrounding Shanxi region.The Opera House.
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