German producer Andrea Ufer is making waves at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival with her latest feature, "Luisa". The film is vying for top honors in the main competition, marking its world premiere on one of Asia’s most influential cinematic stages.
"We are extremely delighted to hold the world premiere here in Shanghai," Ufer told a CGTN reporter. "This is a very important film festival, and we naturally hope to find distributors for the film in the Asian market, or even specifically in the Chinese mainland market…For us, being able to participate in this international film festival in Shanghai, combined with the festivals in Germany, is extremely meaningful."
Ufer’s quest reflects a broader trend: European filmmakers are increasingly courting Asia’s audiences and distribution networks. With the Chinese mainland box office among the world’s fastest-growing, securing the right partner can unlock new viewer bases and revenue streams.
For young global cinephiles and industry insiders alike, "Luisa"’s journey underscores the power of major festivals as launchpads for cross-cultural storytelling. As the film circuit bridges continents, producers like Ufer are charting fresh paths for independent cinema—turning local stories into global conversations.
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German producer Andrea Ufer hopes to find a film distributor in China
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