The opening ceremony of the 18th Changchun Film Festival is held in Changchun, northeast China's Jilin Province, on August 28, 2023. /CFP
The 18th China Changchun Film Festival (CCFF) kicked off on the evening of August 28 with a lot of Chinese filmmakers and stars attending the opening ceremony.
Chinese actor Wu Jing, the ambassador for the 18th China Changchun Film Festival, attends the opening ceremony in Changchun, northeast China's Jilin Province, on August 28, 2023. /CFP
Ten awards, including for best film, director, actor and actress, and best screenplay, will be presented during the festival.
The judging panel is led by renowned Chinese filmmaker Huang Jianxin and includes director Zheng Dasheng, cinematographer Zhao Fei, actress Yu Nan, actor Zhu Yawen, scriptwriter Guo Junli and musician Shu Nan.
The judging panel attend the opening ceremony of the 18th Changchun Film Festival in Changchun, northeast China's Jilin Province, on August 28, 2023. /CFP
A total of 15 films have been entered into the final competition for the Golden Deer, the award for best film, including the science fiction blockbuster "The Wandering Earth II" and historical comedy thriller "Full River Red."
In addition to film screenings in cinemas, the festival also offers outdoor projections and free film viewings for people with different needs.
Actress and singer Michelle Chen (C) performs at the opening ceremony of the 18th Changchun Film Festival in Changchun, northeast China's Jilin Province, on August 28, 2023. /CFP
A range of events will be held to boost the interaction and cooperation between the film industry and culture and tourism organizations.
The 18th CCFF will run until September 2.