Hao Lei is one of the most recognizable faces in Chinese art films. Since she debuted in the campus drama "Seventeen no cry" in 1997, Hao has been active on the stage and big screen for over 20 years.

She was invited to attend a masterclass, where veteran actors and directors shared their experiences in film making on Friday in Sanya, China's Hainan Province. The event was part of the ongoing third Hainan Island International Film Festival.