SIFFORUM Overview

SIFFORUM, dedicated to enhancing artistic quality, driving industrial development, and fostering cross-sector growth across every stage of the filmmaking ecosystem. Recognized for its strong industry relevance, professional depth, and forward-looking vision, the Forum serves as a leading platform for film professionals to stay attuned to emerging trends and evolving dynamics within the global film industry. Bringing together top industry leaders, creators, and innovators, the Forum hosts in-depth discussions spanning market trends, film production, cutting-edge technologies, talent incubation, education, and cross-cultural exchange. It aims to strengthen dialogue within China’s film industry while also building a high-level bridge for international cultural communication. In addition, SIFF in Conversation invites prominent filmmakers from China and around the world to share their creative philosophies, artistic approaches, and professional insights, celebrating the enduring power and evolving language of cinema.

Recent guest speakers: Nuri Bilge Ceylan, Roland Emmerich, Olivier Assayas , Denis Villeneuve, Hirokazu Koreeda , Cristian Mungiu, Emir Kusturica, Luc Besson, Jesse Eisenberg, Ang Lee. Wong Kar-Wai, John Woo, Jackie Chan, Jiang Wen, Ann Hui, Jia Zhangke, Tsui Hark Peter Chan, Felix Chong, Ning Hao, Xu Zheng, Frant Gwo. Other invitees include decision-makers from top film organizations home and abroad: SONY, Warner Brothers, Paramount, Disney, China Film Group, Shanghai Film Group, Huayi Brothers, Enlight Media. Bona Film Group, Wanda Film Group. Alibaba Pictures Tencent Pictures.