Hong Kong’s Once-Thriving Film Industry Faces a Rocky Reboot Amidst Closer Ties With China
In the world of Asian cinema, Hong Kong has cultivated a reputation for punching above its weight. Once producing 300 films a year, the small territory hatched global martial arts superstars like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh and Donnie Yen. These days, however, the Hong Kong cinema scene is getting a disturbing reboot. Beijing’s increasing political control, especially the draconian National Security Law that curtails freedom of expression, passed last June, has accelerated the mounting challenges. Read more Variety
iQIYI Named Digital Media Innovator of the Year
iQIYI was awarded the Digital Media Innovator of the Year and Best Digital Marketing Team Awards as well as Bronze Awards for Best Use of Integration and Education. The winners were announced on 16 April 2021. With a focus on innovation and a desire to drive the development of online entertainment through the deep integration of technology and content, iQIYI recently became the world’s first company to deliver an extended reality (XR) live concert on cinematic class LED stage with photorealistic virtual production. Going forward, iQIYI will continue to leverage state-of-the-art technology to create cutting edge content and experiences for users while also providing its partners with more targeted and effective marketing services. Read more PR Newswire
