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082026
- Recruitment Opens for the 2026 8th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Young Coconut Project" Pitching Training CampThe 8th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held in December 2026 in Sanya, Hainan Province
- The 8th Hainan Island International Film Festival 2026 is now open for entriesThe global call for entries for the 8th Hainan Island International Film Festival officially opens today!
122025
- James Cameron Masterclass Review | Film is the "Simulator" of LifeOn December 9, the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Masterclass hosted a special event with legendary director James Cameron gracing the occasion. Hosted by renowned presenter and media personality Chen Luyu, the even…
- AIGC Empowers the Future of Cinema — The 16th China Film Technology Forum Successfully Held in Lingshui, HainanAs the 120th anniversary of Chinese cinema is commemorated and the Hainan Free Trade Port approaches its island-wide customs closure operation, the 16th China Film Technology Forum was held in Lingshui, Hainan on December 7 and 8. The eve…
- HIIFF Open-Air Screenings Retrospective | When the Sea Breeze Caresses Light and ShadowIn the warm winter nights of Sanya, the sea breeze, the sound of the tides, and the flickering lights on the screen intertwine into a unique rhythm. As an important program of the 3rd Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), the…
- Juliette Binoche Masterclass Review | "Starting from Emotion is the Real Key"On December 9, the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) welcomed the Masterclass of this edition's festival image ambassador, French actress, artist, and dancer Juliette Binoche. This Masterclass, co-presented by HIIFF, C…
- 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Global Classic Film Screening | Postponed Screening Lineup AnnouncedAs the calendar turns to the final chapter of the year, the warmth of Hainan persists, and the light and shadow of cinema never cease. Among the 18 outstanding domestic and international films in the "Advance Screenings," we warmly embrac…
- The 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Concludes in SanyaAs twilight bathed Sanya Bay, accompanied by the gentle coconut breeze and the sound of the waves, the Closing Ceremony and Awards Ceremony of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) took place as scheduled at Sanya CCCC…
- The 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Young Coconut Project" Honors Announced!At 18 degrees north latitude, a gentle sea breeze brushes through the coconut groves, and the golden sunset merges with the brilliant starlight over Sanya Bay. Here, beyond the coconut trees and sandy beaches, shines the light of cinema f…
- Southeast Asian Youth Cinema Screening Event Kicks Off at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)On the afternoon of December 5, 2025, the Southeast Asian Youth Image Screening Event of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) officially kicked off at the Mangrove 1+X Cinema of the Mangrove Tree Resort World Conventi…
- Avatar 3 China Premiere at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)December 8, 2025, Sanya, Hainan, China: The year-end blockbuster Avatar 3, produced by 20th Century Studios, held its China premiere during the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF). Supported by the CINITY and CINITY LED …
- CCCC Phoenix Island Lets the World See Hainan's Openness and Romance: The 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Successfully Concludes in SanyaBy the shores of Sanya Bay, starlight and waves dance together, as film and dreams resonate in harmony. On December 9, the Closing Ceremony of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) and the Golden Coconut Awards Ceremon…
- Marco Müller Masterclass Recap | A Return to the "Tribes" of CinemaOn December 7, the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival held its second masterclass: "The Other Side of Film Festivals: A Dialogue Between Curation and Creation" with Marco Müller, President of the Golden Coconut Awards Competiti…
- Huang Wen-ying Masterclass Recap | Walking Between Three Cinematic Worlds, Crafting a Poem of Light and Shadow Through DetailsOn the morning of December 5, 2025, the Masterclass of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was held at Sanya Xingyue Cinemas. Themed "Poetry in Light and Shadow: Between Three Worlds, Towards One's Own Cinema," this …
- Golden Coconut Main Forum: Focusing on Free Trade Port Opportunities, Jointly Exploring New Drivers for Film Industry DevelopmentGolden Coconut Main Forum: Focusing on Free Trade Port Opportunities, Jointly Seeking New Drivers for Film Industry Development
- The 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Film and Television Industry Investment Promotion and Signing Conference Successfully HeldOn the afternoon of December 4, 2025, the "Film and Television Industry Investment Promotion and Signing Conference", a major event of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), was grandly held in Sanya. This event gather…
- Golden Coconut Awards Competition Section Jury Meeting ReviewOn the afternoon of December 3, 2025, the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Golden Coconut Awards" International Jury Meet & Greet was held at the Sanya Bay Mangrove Tree Resort World Convention Center. Jurors spannin…
- Light and Shadow Shine over Phoenix Island, Tides Rise in the Free Trade Port: The Opening Ceremony of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Warmly Kicks Off at CCCC Phoenix IslandOn December 3, the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), co-hosted by China Media Group and the People's Government of Hainan Province, grandly opened at the Grand Event Park on CCC Phoenix Island in Sanya. Themed "Ocean …
- When the starlight of Sanya Phoenix Island and the cellar aroma of Moutai Town intertwine once again, the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) officially opened on December 3.When the starlight of Sanya Phoenix Island and the cellar aroma of Maotai Town intertwine once again, the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) officially opened on December 3
- Official Featured Beverage Partner of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) - Lao Yan Ji: A Encounter Between Signature Flavors and the Boundless Cinematic Islandis officially announced as the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)
- Marco Müller Serves as Jury President! Key Visual Revealed~Year after year, light and shadow bear witness; this rendezvous has never been absent. On November 25, the press conference for the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was held at the Hainan Provincial Press Conference H…
- Where Do You Watch Movies? HIIFF Open-Air Screenings Venues & Lineup Revealed!At the film festival, this question almost becomes a greeting, confirming our shared identity as cinephiles and leading our expectations and footsteps in different directions
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- HIIFF x Dong'an Luzhou | In Sanya, Film and Life Intertwine HereSanya's new urban commercial landmark — Wanhua Dong'an Luzhou — today officially announced its role as the Art and Lifestyle Official Partner of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)
- Global Attention! Avatar: Fire and Ash China Premiere Lands at Sanya Bay Mangrove, Cameron and International Team Ignite the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)On November 25, the press conference for the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was held at the Hainan Provincial Press Release Hall. The 7th HIIFF, jointly hosted by the China Media Group and the People's Government of…
- Screening Lineup | Pearls of Cinema: Gathering Avant-Garde ImagesThe official lineup for the Pearls of Cinema section at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) has been announced! When conventional narratives have paved familiar sailing routes for the audience, experimental images ar…
- Screening Lineup | Asian Horizon: Visions of AsiaThe lineup for the Asian Horizon section of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) is officially announced! This section aims to showcase the year's most anticipated works by new Asian directors from unique perspectives…
- Screening Lineup | Island-Wide Carnival: Echoes of DiversityWhile the highlight works of major film festivals have already left ripples across the globe, Hainan, relying on its unique geographical and climatic advantages, has become an important coordinate for domestic cinephiles to conduct their …
- Screening Lineup | Tribute: Looking Back and ReturningThe film lineup for the Tribute section of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) is officially announced! From December 3 to December 9 this year, this section will guide the audience to revisit those significant momen…
- Screening Lineup | Ends of the Earth: Visions of the WorldThe film lineup for the "Ends of the Earth" section of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) is officially announced! With a broad vision and keen insight, this section gathers new films from across the global film lan…
- Volunteer List Announced | Specific MattersWhat does it mean to be a volunteer, especially a volunteer for a film festival?
- Screening Lineup | Premieres: Endless New LifeThe "Premiere" section of the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) is officially announced! This section aims to gather the year's most significant festival works, presenting a concentrated showcase of the latest masterpi…
- Young Coconut Project Top 6 Short Film Close Your Eyes After 10 Commences FilmingRecently, the short film Please Close Your Eyes After 10 PM, written and directed by Bo Hanxiong, officially commenced production. It is one of the Top 6 short film camp projects of the Young Coconut Project at the 7th Hainan Island Inter…
- 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival 2025This year's HIIFF announced the SPOTLIGHT section, which features Argentine director MARIANO LLINÁS and French director SYLVAIN GEORGE, to screen their latest non-fiction "trilogy". They will also come to Sanya, Hainan, to join the after …
- Young Coconut Project Top 6 Short Film Possession Starts ShootingToday, Possession, a short film written and directed by Ma Ao, officially commenced filming. It is one of the Top 6 short films of the Young Coconut Project Short Film Training Camp at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HI…
- AI Film Season Preliminary Jury Officially Announced | Glimpsing the Light of Future Imagery
- Post-Screening Review | Embark on "Sirât", Approaching the EndSince its launch, the "Travel with Cinema" Global Classic Film Screening event at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) has maintained its momentum, with audience enthusiasm continuing to rise
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- Media Registration Notice for the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)Cinema is the creators' cry to the world; its life cycle is only completed when it receives a response from the audience. Through continuous viewing, discussion, and dialogue, cinema and the world it inhabits have advanced together throug…
- Young Coconut Project | Feature Film Pitching Event Final Review Shortlisted Projects AnnouncedWhen the industry seeks breakthroughs, creators look for support, and audiences crave new horizons, what tangible contributions can a film festival provide to meet the expectations of all parties?
102025
- The 7th #HainanIslandInternationalFilmFestival Global Classic Film Screenings Kick Off!The 7th #HainanIslandInternationalFilmFestival Global Classic Film Screenings Kick Off!
- 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Industry Guest Registration NoticeAs a pioneering project of the Hainan Free Trade Port, the Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) connects the surging wave of global film development with the unique creative vein and consumer market of Chinese cinema. Since i…
- 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Volunteer Recruitment NoticeAcceptance emails will be sent out sequentially starting from November 8. Please check your inbox. Those not accepted will not be notified separately. Thank you for your understanding
- The China premiere of Avatar: Fire and Ash will launch the 7th Hainan Island International Film FestivalThe China premiere of Avatar: Fire and Ash will launch the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival. Director James Cameron will attend the premiere in person. From the vast oceans to the mysterious volcanoes, we invite you to witnes…
092025
- Sailing into Genre Waters—"Young Coconut Project" Feature Film Pitch ReportAs the main driving force behind the supply and consumption of the film market, as well as the shaping of a society's film culture, genre films must constantly confront audiences' demanding and urgent needs for new content and new technol…
- Turning AI into Love
- 7th HIIFF 2025 Submissions Data StatisticsFrom May 26 to September 1, 2025, the Hainan Island International Film Festival received a record-breaking total of 4,564 submissions from 119 countries and regions during its 99-day call for entries. This achievement not only underscores…
122024
- The 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Successfully Concludes, Fenxing Shares Joins to Co-write a New Chapter in CultureOn the evening of December 10, the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) successfully concluded in Sanya amidst dazzling lights and a vibrant atmosphere, presenting an annual cinematic feast that integrated entertainment, …
- The Closing Ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Was Spectacular, Bringing the Cinematic Feast to a Successful CloseOn the evening of December 10, the Closing Ceremony and Awards Ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was held at Sanya Phoenix Island, co-hosted by China Movie Channel hosts Lan Yu, Ying Ling, and Yun Wei, …
- National Film Consumption Season Launch | New Year's Eve: New Film Screenings and Highlights GaloreOn the evening of December 9, the launch ceremony of the "Cross-Year Celebration & Welcoming Spring — National Film Beneficial Consumption Season" by the National Film Administration, and the "New Year's Eve — New Film Crew Meet & Greet" …
- The Closing Ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival Held in Sanya The List of Ten “Golden Coconut Awards” UnveiledOn the evening of December 10, the closing ceremony and awards ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) were held on Phoenix Island in Sanya. Numerous renowned directors, actors, and experts from the global fi…
- Luc Besson Masterclass | The Trio of Filmmaking Starting from ScreenwritingFilmmaking is a comprehensive artistic journey full of imagination and practical execution. From the budding of a script's story, to the meticulous refinement of a director's language, to the decision-making of overall coordination, every…
- Post-Screening Retrospective | Director Xie Fei Remembers Ms. Aruna Vasudev, Li Meng and Navvel Make Surprise AppearancesApril in France is the debut film directed by director David Boaretto. It tells the story of the director's daughter, April, who is forced to move from Paris to a quaint village in southwestern France, a place where her great-grandfather …
- Young Coconut Project Post-Screening Review | Mentors and Jury Witness the Creative Achievements of Young FilmmakersAt the industry internal screening and post-screening Q&A session for the Young Coconut Project of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) on December 8, mentor, jury member, and Young Coconut Recommendation Officer Xiao…
- "Young Coconut Project" Youth Creation Forum: Focusing on the Growth and Breakthroughs of Young FilmmakersOn the afternoon of December 9, the Youth Creative Forum of the Young Coconut Project at the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was successfully held at the conference hall of Sanya Kangnian Hotel. Hosted by Xu Jiahan, …
- Event Review | Young Coconut Project Venture Training Camp Industry Private Screening and Post-Screening Q&A with the Creative TeamOn December 8, the Young Coconut Project venture training camp industry internal screening and post-screening creator Q&A event was held at Xingyue Cinemas (Sanya Xiari Branch). Young Coconut Project jury member Liu Yanwenjun served as th…
- New Year's Eve - New film crew meeting
- "Haina Roundtable Discussion" Empowers the Growth of Young Directors, Jointly Exploring the New Future of the Film IndustryOn the morning of December 8, the "Haina Roundtable Discussion" and the "Haina Project: International Young Directors Short Film Collection" screening event, hosted by the Organizing Committee of the Hainan Island International Film Festi…
- Preview for the Next Day & Post-Screening Guest Info｜Six New Film Crews Meet for the First Time on New Year's Eve Night, Young Coconut Project Mentor and Jury Forum Reunion
- Golden Coconut Forum: Heritage and Innovation in Ocean DocumentaryOn the morning of December 8, the Golden Coconut Forum "Heritage and Innovation in Ocean Documentary" of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival was held in the third-floor seaview gallery of the Sinopharm China Service Duty Fre…
- Golden Coconut Forum: International Film and Television Industry Cultural Exchange Forum — Copyright Innovation and New Industrial Ecology from a Global PerspectiveOn the afternoon of December 7, the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Golden Coconut Forum: International Film and Television Industry Cultural Exchange Forum was held at the conference hall of the Kangnian Hotel in Sa…
- Post-Screening Recap | She Sat There Like All Ordinary Ones Moves Audience to Tears, Post-Screening Q&As for Competition Films Continue to ThrillOn December 8, the fifth day of the film festival, the opening film for the day's post-screening event, Ham on Rye, also comes from "Focus: Omnes Films." The film is the feature debut directed by group member Carson Lund, who previously s…
- Cao Yu Masterclass | Between Light and Shadow: The Spiritual Resonance of Emotion and TechnologyCao Yu's visual style is renowned for its "poetic realism." Through the interplay of light and shadow, he creates a unique cinematic experience, perfectly intertwining the texture of reality with the beauty of poetry. Through his lens, au…
- Next Day Preview & Post-Screening Guest Info | Closing Ceremony Reveals Ten Golden Coconut Awards, Young Coconut Project Mentor and Jury Forum Reunion
- Post-Screening Recap | Dong Zijian Shares Emotional Insights at Post-Screening Q&A, Pavane For An Infant Focuses on Social Issues and the Depth of Human NatureDirected and written by Dong Zijian, starring Liu Haoran and Dong Zijian, My Friend An Delie is adapted from the novel of the same name by Shuang Xuetao. The film tells the story of Li Mo and An Delie, who, despite their contrasting perso…
- Complete Guide to Exploring Around the Outdoor Screening Venues! Beaches, Green Spaces, Forests... Unlock the Beauty of Hainan Through FilmAs dazzling starlight intertwines with the coastal charm of coconut breezes and ocean waves
- Today in Review | Omnes Films Creators Are Here! Outdoor Screenings Freshly Open at Multiple LocationsToday's screenings kicked off with the premiere film of the Spanish Film Week, Carmen. Prior to the screening, the launch ceremony of the Spanish Film Week was held. Ms. Wang Lu, Director of the Film and Television Translation and Product…
- Today in Review | Post-Screening Events Continue as Foreign Filmmakers Highly Praise Hainan CuisineOn December 7, the post-screening events continued from the previous day. Two films from Omnes Films, Ham on Rye and Christmas at Miller's Point, kicked off today's screenings, both directed by Tyler Taormina. As the first feature film re…
- Chinese Cinema Through the Eyes of Sophie Marceau: The International Resonance of Works by Jia Zhangke, Zhang Yimou, and Hou Hsiao-hsienAt the Masterclass on December 5, international film star Sophie Marceau spoke extensively about Chinese cinema, specifically mentioning three highly acclaimed Chinese directors: Jia Zhangke, Zhang Yimou, and Hou Hsiao-hsien, demonstratin…
- Opening Ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival Zhang Yimou Honored with the “Lifetime Achievement Award”On the evening of December 6, the opening ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was grandly held at the Olympic Square on Phoenix Island, Sanya. Liu Xiaoming, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Hainan Provincial P…
- On December 7th, the Golden Coconut Main Forum, themed "The China Film Industry Innovation and Development Forum," was held in SanyaOn December 7th, the Golden Coconut Main Forum, themed "The China Film Industry Innovation and Development Forum," was held in Sanya. This event is also part of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival series of activities. After…
- Today in Review | HIIFF Open-Air Screenings: Seaside Market Opens, Open-Air Screenings of Wonderful Films LaunchToday, "HIIFF Open-Air Screenings" presents six films from three sections. These include the suspense masterpiece The Invisible Guest from the Spanish Film Week, Glen Fredly: The Big Movie from the ASEAN Film Exhibition section, and excit…
- Golden Coconut Awards Jury Meet & Greet | 13 Jury Members Make Their First Group AppearanceOn the morning of December 6, 2024, the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Golden Coconut Awards" International Jury Meeting was grandly held at Sanya Atlantis, kicking off this annual gathering of the film industry. T…
- Fenxing Shares Shine at the Opening Ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), Conveying the Voice of Chinese Classics with the Aroma of WineOn December 6, the highly anticipated 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) grandly kicked off in the scenic city of Sanya, Hainan. This grand gathering of global film elites attracted widespread participation from numerou…
- Opening Ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF): A Grand Opening of Light and Shadow at CCCC Phoenix IslandOn December 6, the opening ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) brilliantly commenced at the Olympic Plaza of Sanya Phoenix Island, attracting a dazzling appearance by numerous renowned domestic and intern…
- Sino-French Film Cultural Exchange Event
- Opening Ceremony Lineup Announced | Star-Studded, Dreamlike OpeningIn a dreamland where light and shadow intertwine, the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) is ready to unfold. "Born of the Sea, Lighting the Future"—as the screen lights up, the films arrive as promised. HIIFF aims to ga…
- A Silvery Dream
- Today in Review｜Great-Granddaughter of Georges Méliès Makes Surprise Appearance in Wanning, Festival Screenings Spark Viewing FrenzyOn December 5, the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Open-Air Screenings and Wanning "Mutual Learning through Cinema" event were grandly held at the Shimei Bay National Tourist Resort in Wanning. The event integrated d…
- Sophie Marceau’s Masterclass｜Life and Screen: Express Art with BraveheartOn the morning of December 5th, a dream collaboration in the film industry took place during the Master Class of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival! SophieMarceau made a graceful appearance, accompanied by the young directo…
- Step into a Fantasy World: The "Animation Creation 100" Series of Events Is Here!Have you ever been deeply captivated by the fantastical worlds in Chinese animation? Are you curious about the creative stories behind these brilliant works? The "Animation Creation 100" series of the 6th Hainan Island International Film …
- The 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Conducts Volunteer Etiquette TrainingOn December 3, the volunteer etiquette training activity hosted by the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was held in Sanya. Through various forms such as theoretical explanations, guidance demonstrations, and scenario …
- Today in Review | Screenings Open to Packed Houses on Day One, Merchandise Exhibition & Animation Creation 100 Exhibition Surprise LaunchThe first screening today comes from the Asian Horizon section: Slow Lorises Never Cry, the new work by Vietnamese director Pham Ngoc Lam. The film tells the story of a woman who returns to Vietnam with her husband's ashes, living under t…
- CCCC Phoenix Island and the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Reach Strategic Cooperation: Building New Glory in Culture and TourismIn today's era of globalization, the "Belt and Road" strategic deployment has transformed from a concept into action, and from a vision into reality, creating a new pattern of opening up in our country. Culture and the arts have become an…
- Quick Guide to Post-Screening Q&A Sessions | Persian Lessons Male Lead Sends Greetings in ChineseToday's screening event information has been released, including multiple post-screening Q&A sessions and live scoring events. Tickets are available online via the Maoyan platform
- Quick Guide to Post-Screening Sessions for Golden Coconut Awards Nominated Films | Hao Lei as Promotion Ambassador, Zhou Yiren's Civilized Viewing ReminderToday, the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) announced the event information for the Golden Coconut Awards shortlisted films. Multiple post-screening events will be held during the festival (December 4 to 10). Audience…
- Female Section Recommender Li Meng Invites You to Enjoy Outstanding Women-Themed FilmsToday, it is officially announced that actress Li Meng will serve as the Recommender for the Women's Section of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)
- Exciting Highlights! The 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival is About to BeginThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival will be grandly held in Sanya, Hainan Province, from December 4th to 10th, 2024. As one of the pioneering projects in the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port (Hainan FTP), the film …
- New Year's Eve | New Year Film Crews Gather in Hainan, Winter Mysteries to Be RevealedOn December 9, the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will specially host the "New Year's Eve — New Film Crew Meet & Greet" event, leveraging the festival's promotional advantages to provide strong support for various t…
- Century-Old Lost Film Resurfaces | An In-Depth Look at the Facing East Program!The "Facing the East: A Century of French Cinema on China Special Exhibition" will be screened centrally at Hall 6, Xingyue Cinema Hub (Sanya Summer Station) from December 6 to 8. Meanwhile, two restored silent films, Le Voile du Bonheur …
- Public Participation Guide | Competition Screenings! Open-air Screenings! Masterclass! Exciting Activities Await You!The 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10 in Sanya, Hainan Province. Citizens can participate in various activities such as the Golden Coconut Awards Competition Section film screenings, …
- Golden Coconut Awards Jury Announced!The 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival will be held in Sanya, Hainan Province, from December 4 to 10, 2024. Today the festival officially announced the jury of this year's Golden Coconut Awards
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- "Masterclass" Lineup & Schedule Officially Announced! Luc Besson, Sophie Marceau, and Cao Yu Gather at the Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)The 3rd Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10 in Sanya, Hainan. Today, the lineup for the 3rd HIIFF Masterclass is officially announced: Sophie Marceau, Cao Yu, and Luc Besson will serve as g…
- "Golden Coconut Awards" Competition Section Shortlist Announced!The 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10, 2024, in Sanya, Hainan Province. Today, the official shortlist was announced, with a total of 14 feature films, 8 feature-length documentaries, …
- New Additions & Must-See Picks | French Film Showcase, ASEAN Film Section & Special ScreeningsThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival will be held in Sanya, Hainan Province, from December 4 to 10, 2024. Screenings run from December 4 to 14 at 20 cinemas in 7 cities and counties across Hainan Island. Tickets are now on sa…
- Liu Haocun Joins HIIFF Volunteers for a Cinematic RendezvousThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held in Sanya, Hainan from December 4 to 10. Today, it is officially announced that young actress Liu Haocun will serve as the Volunteer Ambassador for the 6th Hainan Islan…
- "HIIFF Open-Air Screenings" Are Here! Coasts, Beaches, Green Spaces, and Forests: Explore a Variety of Dreamlike VenuesThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10, 2024, in Sanya, Hainan Province. This year, the Open-Air Screenings section has heavily built a brand-new brand IP, "HIIFF Open-Air Screenings" …
- New Lineup & Ticketing Guide | Towards the East: Centenary Special Exhibition of French Chinese-Theme Cinema & Spanish Film WeekThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10, 2024, in Sanya, Hainan Province. The screenings will run from December 4 to 14, taking place across 20 cinemas in 7 cities and counties througho…
- New Releases | Highlights from "Ends of the Earth", Carnival for Cinephiles at the "Island-wide Carnival"!The 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10, 2024, in Sanya, Hainan Province. The screenings will take place from December 4 to 14 across 20 cinemas in 7 counties and cities throughout Hain…
- New Lineup Update | Highly Anticipated Acclaimed New Films Premiere, 'Asian Horizon' Gathers Emerging Forces of Asian CinemaThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10, 2024, in Sanya, Hainan Province. The screenings will run from December 4 to 14, taking place across 20 cinemas in 7 counties and cities througho…
- First Batch of Lineup Announced, Screening Ambassador Revealed | Focus Filmmakers & TributeThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10, 2024, in Sanya, Hainan Province. The screenings will run from December 4 to 14, taking place across 20 cinemas in 7 counties and cities througho…
- Official Poster for the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival Unveiled“From oceans, With visions” is the theme that inspired the key visual for the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF). This artwork seamlessly blends the geographic wonders of Hainan Island with the captivating allure of cin…
- Hainan Film Festival returns with global cinema highlightsThe sixth Hainan Island International Film Festival is set to take place from Dec 4 to 10 in Sanya, South China's Hainan province, bringing together filmmakers, critics, journalists and movie lovers from around the globe for a cinematic e…
- Screening Schedule for the 8 Shortlisted Projects of the "Young Coconut Project" AnnouncedThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) has newly established a film industry sector featuring the "Young Coconut Project" Creative Training Camp. After months of preparation and incubation, all 8 short films have now wr…
- Official StatementRecently, we have discovered that certain accounts on platforms such as Xiaohongshu, Weibo, and Xianyu are publishing false information regarding the Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) without official authorization, includ…
- HIIFF Volunteers Announced | Together We Form an OceanThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10, 2024, in Sanya, Hainan Province. The volunteer list is now announced, and we look forward to forming a sea of light chasers with you all in Dece…
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- On September 28, the final roadshow of the "HIIFF Talents" venture capital training camp of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival was successfully held in SanyaOn September 28, the final roadshow of the "HIIFF Talents" venture capital training camp of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival was successfully held in Sanya, and the top 8 cinematic works were also announced. Let's follow …
- Highlights from Day 3 of the "Young Coconut Project" Beijing WorkshopThe third day of the "Young Coconut Project" Venture Training Camp Workshop was held at CHAO in Sanlitun, Beijing. In the morning, mentor Song Taijia presented two sessions, "From Concept to Script" and "From Script to Image". In the afte…
- The "Young Coconut Project" Hainan Workshop Officially Launched: A Journey of Exploration Sparks Creative InspirationOn September 24, the Hainan Workshop of the Young Coconut Project at the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was launched. Over the following two days, the participants gathered creative inspiration by visiting locations…
- Highlights of Day Two of the "Young Coconut Project" Beijing WorkshopThe second day of the "Young Coconut Project" Venture Training Camp workshop proceeded smoothly at CHAO in Sanlitun, Beijing. Zhu Lin, Zou Jiliang, and Nai An shared insights and engaged in discussions with the trainees on film editing, f…
- "Young Coconut Project" Partners with Collaborators to Empower Young CreatorsThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) hosts the "Young Coconut Project" Pitching Training Camp (HIIFF Talents) for the first time. As a key industry event, it supports young directors in shooting short films, providing…
- "Young Coconut Project" Pitching Training Camp Workshop Launches in Beijing, Professional Film Courses Empower Creators' GrowthOn September 20, 2024, the launch ceremony of the 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Young Coconut Project" Venture Training Camp was held in Beijing. He Song, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and General Manage…
- Mentor Lineup for the "Young Coconut Project" Pitching Training Camp AnnouncedThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Young Coconut Project" Venture Training Camp announced its mentor lineup today, with Li Xiaofeng, Nai An, Song Taijia, and Zhu Lin serving as mentors. The mentors will attend the …
- Jury Lineup for the "Young Coconut Project" Pitching Training Camp AnnouncedThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Young Coconut Project" Venture Training Camp announced its jury lineup today, with Li Fenghua, Liang Ying, Liao Xi, Liu Jiangjiang, Liu Yanwenjun, and Wu Lang serving as jurors. C…
- Top 15 List for the "Young Coconut Project" Pitching Training Camp AnnouncedThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) announced today the Top 15 shortlist for the Young Coconut Project Pitching Training Camp. The core creative teams of the Top 15 shortlisted short film projects will be invited to …
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- Young Coconut Project Sprouts, Filming by the Sea | "Young Coconut Project" Venture Training Camp Recruitment UnderwayThe 6th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be held from December 4 to 10, 2024, in Sanya, Hainan Province. The "Young Coconut Project" Venture Training Camp is now recruiting Chinese-language creators, with a submissio…
- "Young Coconut Project" Venture Training Camp Registration Q&AThe "Young Coconut Project" Pitching Training Camp is a short film pitching unit launched at this year's Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF). As a core film industry event, it supports young directors in shooting short films…
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- Longguoyan Upgraded to Chief Partner of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), Supporting the Hosting of the International Film EventWith spring-like warmth in winter, Sanya boasts blue seas and skies, full of vitality. The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was successfully held from December 16 to 22. Coming from the core production area of Chinese…
- The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival holds closing ceremonyThe filmmakers and stars from home and abroad grace the red carpet at the fifth Hainan Island International Film Festival in Sanya, Hainan province, on Friday. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
- "Film+" Propels "Cinematic Culture and Tourism" to Ride the WindThe 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) adheres to the philosophy of "year-round screening, island-wide screening, universal viewing, and full-industry chain." Partnering with multiple cinemas in the Sanya Economic Circl…
- Huang Xiaoming, Chen Shu, Zhang Yi, Liu Yuxin... Direct Look at the Film Festival Red Carpet in Photos→the closing red carpet ceremony of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)
- The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Closes! Golden Coconut Awards Winners List →The golden bougainvillea logo of the Hainan Island International Film Festival
- Gathered for Film, Moving Forward for Dreams — The Joys and Sorrows and Purity of Film Festival Volunteers"Over 15,000 steps again! I've completed a month's worth of exercise in just a few days." At past 10 p.m. on December 20, Xue Jiao, exhausted after a long day, finally returned home. Slumping onto the sofa and looking at the step count no…
- Let My Voice Be Your Eyes: "Cinema of Light" Enables the Visually Impaired to Enjoy Complete Films"This was a great movie-watching experience. Before, watching a movie was a luxury dream because I couldn't see, but now with the help of narration, I can 'watch' and understand it." On the morning of December 20, the "Bright Cinema" char…
- HIIFF "Bright Cinema" Public Screening Event HeldOn December 20, the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Bright Cinema" charity screening event was held at Sanya Mangrove 1+X Cinema, where over 50 individuals with disabilities watched the accessible film Lighting Up t…
- Guests Discuss the Development Path of Film and Television in the Digital AgeOn December 18, the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) held the Film and Television Digital Rights Management Forum and Film Technology Innovation Forum in Sanya. During the keynote speech session, guests shared their v…
- Light and Shadow as a Medium, Connecting the World! "Film and Television + Tourism" Drives Soaring Popularity in Sanya...In Sanya, even the winter air is warm. With the holding of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), the romantic atmosphere and heartwarming scenes have attracted guests and tourists from home and abroad to gather and ce…
- The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Film and Television Digital Rights Management Forum and Film Technology Innovation Forum Held in SanyaTo further keep pace with the development trends of the film and television industry and boost the high-quality development of the copyright culture in the Hainan Free Trade Port, the Film and Television Digital Rights Management Forum & …
- Hainan Supports and Rewards Outstanding Film Production and Communication ProjectsThe 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) is currently underway. Recently, the Interim Measures for Supporting and Rewarding Excellent Film Creation, Production, and Dissemination Projects in Hainan Province (hereinafter r…
- Nuri Bilge Ceylan Discusses Creation and Cinema Under the Title Slowly Looking at BoredomOn December 17, Nuri Bilge Ceylan delivered a Masterclass lecture titled "Slowly Gazing at Boredom" at the film festival. Photo by Li Xueshi
- Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Introduces VR Concept for the First TimeVR films create a novel mode of human-computer interaction, allowing people to immerse themselves in a virtual realm. As viewers step into the film scenes, they can view the surrounding environment in 360 degrees. From 9:00 to 18:00, Dece…
- Movie madness sweeps HainanOn Dec. 19 at 7 PM, an outdoor screening of the film A Cool Fish began at Luhuitou Park in Sanya. The warm atmosphere created by returning to this old-fashioned way of movie-watching brought a bit of warmth to the Sanya winter evening
- Ceylan, Huang Xiaoming, Da peng, Ma Yili and Other Chinese and International Filmmakers Attend the Golden Coconut Awards Jury Meet-and-GreetOn the afternoon of December 16, at the Jury Meet & Greet for the Golden Coconut Awards of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), the President of the Jury for this edition, Turkish director Nuri Bilge Ceylan, along wi…
- The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Opens in SanyaThe 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Opens in Sanya
- Financial Vitality Nourishes the Fertile Land of Hainan: PICC P&C Hainan Facilitates the High-Quality Development of the Hainan Free Trade PortThe report to the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China pointed out that implementing the strategy of elevating free trade pilot zones is listed as an important part of advancing high-level opening up. The 2023 Hainan Pro…
- Longguoyan Becomes the Official Chief Partner of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)We are pleased to announce that, after serving as the exclusive designated baijiu brand for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th editions, Long Guoyan has been honored as the Official Chief Partner of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (H…
- Official Partner of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) -- Château Saint-GeorgesOn December 16, the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) opened in Sanya, and HIIFF has become one of the main platforms for cooperation, exchange, and learning in the Chinese and international film industries. As a winer…
- Ends of the Earth Drinking Natural Mineral Water Becomes the Officially Designated Water of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)Recently, Ends of the Earth Drinking Natural Mineral Water became the officially designated water for the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), providing high-quality drinking water support for the smooth hosting of the f…
- Hainan Chunnuan Huakai Beverage Co., Ltd. Supports the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)Recently, the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was successfully held in Sanya, Hainan Province. As one of the partners of this film festival, Ends of the Earth mineral water, a brand under Hainan Chunnuan Huakai Bever…
- Ends of the Earth Drinking Natural Mineral Water Debuts at the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)Recently, the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) officially kicked off in Sanya, Hainan. Ends of the Earth Drinking Natural Mineral Water appeared at the festival as the officially designated water. Ends of the Earth Dr…
- China Southern Airlines to Unveil the "Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)" Livery AircraftAs the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) approaches, China Southern Airlines, as a strategic partner and the "Designated Air Carrier," has painted and modified an Airbus A321 aircraft to unveil a new themed plane, the …
- Ticketing Guide | Meet in Hainan, Share the Magic of CinemaWhere the sea and sky merge, cinema surges with power. The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), in collaboration with its official exclusive online ticketing service platform Maoyan Entertainment, will officially open ti…
- The 5th Hainan Island Film Festival Full Line-upTaking place in Sanya from December 16th to the 22nd, this year’s Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) will be screening nearly 100 films in five categories: “天涯海角” (World Cinema), “回溯经典” (Classic Revisited), “海南关注” (Special …
- Opening Countdown! The Main Venue of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Will Enter the Rehearsal StageThe 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) is about to open, and staff are making intense preparations. It is reported that the main venue for the opening ceremony of this year's festival is set at the Shangri-La Resort San…
- The Ocean Births Myriad Vistas, A Journey of Radiant Glory — Written on the Occasion of the Opening of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)Embark on a wonderful journey of light and shadow through poetic landscapes
- Sanya: Film Festival Atmosphere Grows StrongerOn December 12, promotional posters for the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) were put up at the intersection of Hai Luo 1st Road and Phoenix Road, as a citizen walked past beneath the poster
- Ceylan, Da peng, Huang Xiaoming... Jury Lineup for the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Announced!The competition for this edition of the Golden Coconut Awards is divided into three sections: Feature Films, Feature Documentaries, and Short Films, with a jury composed of 13 renowned domestic and international film industry professionals
- The Location for the Key Visual Poster of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Is Right Here in Sanya →In the early morning, sunlight pierces the thin mist, tinting the horizon with a touch of carmine red. On the sea, a few fishing boats float, and waves gently lap against the hulls; couples stroll hand in hand on the soft sandy beach, whi…
- Ceylan, Huang Xiaoming, Ma Yili, Liu Zhenyun... Film Masters to Gather in SanyaOn December 11, reporters learned from the press conference of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) held in Haikou that the 5th HIIFF, co-hosted by the China Media Group and the People's Government of Hainan Province,…
- 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) "Golden Coconut Awards" Jury Lineup Announced→On December 11, the organizing committee of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) announced the jury lineup for the Golden Coconut Awards of this edition, with world cinema master Nuri Bilge Ceylan serving as the presi…
- The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival will be held from December 16 to 22 in SanyaThe 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival, organized by China Media Group and the People's Government of Hainan Province will be held from December 16 to 22, 2023, in Sanya, Hainan
- Official Announcement! The Key Visual Poster for the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) ReleasedOn December 11, reporters learned from the press conference of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) held in Haikou that the 5th HIIFF, co-hosted by the China Media Group and the People's Government of Hainan Province,…
- The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Grandly Opens on December 16, 2023
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- Global Submissions Open for the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF): Over a Thousand Entries Submitted from 67 Countries and Regions
- 67 Countries and Regions! Over a Thousand Works Have Been Submitted →As of October 11, the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) has received over a thousand submissions from 67 countries and regions, including France, Italy, Brazil, the United States, Germany, Argentina, the United Kingdom…
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- The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival Global Film Collection AnnouncementThe 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival Global Film Collection Announcement
- A Rendezvous with Light and Shadow Heats Up Sanya's Tourism MarketOn September 13, the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) held its global film submission ceremony, once again drawing the world's attention to Sanya. HIIFF has become a dazzling showcase for the open image of Hainan and …
- Heading to the Film Festival, They Come in Search of Light and Become the Light ThemselvesOn September 13, the global film submission for the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) was launched, marking the prelude to the 5th HIIFF
- Cinephiles Full of Anticipation for the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF)Every year at the film festival, apart from the stars on the red carpet, the film screening section is undoubtedly what movie fans look forward to the most. Since its inception in 2018, the first Hainan Island International Film Festival …
- Views Exceed One Million: Global Submissions for the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Continue to Surge
- 5th HIFF Global Film Submission Now LaunchOn September 13, the global film collection launch ceremony of the 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival was held at the Hyatt Regency Sanya Tianli Bay. This marks the official launch of the global film collection of the fifth HII…
- The 5th Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF) Officially Launches Global Film Submission
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