Clifford Coonan

Mar 24, 2025 | msn.com | Clifford Coonan

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Mar 24, 2025 | variety.com | Clifford Coonan

It’s been a tough few years in the Asian film market since the pandemic, but “3 Body Problem” and “Better Days” director Derek Tsang believes that we can expect growth in Asian co-productions, with grants and regional tie-ups playing a growing role in boosting the sector. “I can see that many filmmakers are already exploring the possibilities of co-producing films with other regions and their producers.

Mar 24, 2025 | variety.com | Clifford Coonan

Asian Shadows has picked up Chinese helmer Huang Ruosong’s drama “Chasing the Sun,” which will make its world premiere at the Swiss documentary festival Visions du Réel, where it is competing in the more experimental Burning Lights section. Set in China, “Chasing the Sun” is described as a snapshot of the young generation in contemporary Chinese society, which is gradually losing its judgment under the pressure of family and society, while a strong sense of frustration grows.

Mar 21, 2025 | variety.com | Naman Ramachandran |Clifford Coonan

With over 7,600 industry players from 42 countries converging in Hong Kong, FilMart 2025 and EntertainmentPulse roared back with a clear message: Asia’s entertainment engine isn’t just running — it’s accelerating into new markets, formats, and technologies. Hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the four-day market featured more than 760 exhibitors and a noticeable surge in Southeast Asian representation.

Mar 20, 2025 | variety.com | Clifford Coonan

The animation industry in Asia has expanded significantly in recent years and has a key role to play in boosting the entertainment sector in coming years. Mainland China in particular, where animation has been given a major lift by the success of “Ne Zha 2”, which has taken over $2 billion and become the highest-grossing animated film in history, and the fifth-highest-grossing film ever.