SMG Deal Promises Sino-UK Films, Incubation Concept Aims to Attract Young Talent

　　Two new Sino-UK films will be produced from the latest strategic cooperation deal between SMG Pictures and ZhongZe China-UK Film Fund, it was announced yesterday during the 2016 Shanghai International Film and TV Festival.

　　One of the productions is a comedy set against a London backdrop and telling the hilarious story of two Chinese men pursuing their dreams in the UK.

　　SMG Pictures and Shanghai Writers\' Association also yesterday launched a "Pioneer" incubation foundation to cultivate talented young novelists and filmmakers.

　　Local film students will have a chance to receive funding to make a 10-minute short film within one month.

　　Young writers who are potential scriptwriters will also be sought and offered the chance to work with celebrated directors.

　　Famous mainland director Huang Jianxin said young people should not lose their capability to dream and imagine. In his new film productions, Huang will also offer more opportunities for young people to showcase their talent.

　　Veteran British actor and independent producer Craig Conway announced yesterday he will start shooting a film in China by the end of the year. It will use star actors from China and the UK.

　　And outstanding Chinese TV and film productions are also expected to reach global audiences in the near future through the UK\'s video-sharing website Distrify.