From red carpet glamour to AI-powered filmmaking, the 26th Shanghai International Film Festival connects the world through cinema. With over 82% world premieres and a jury spanning 16 countries led by Tony Leung, SIFF has become a true global snapshot. The festival also embraces innovation –the AI Backlot showcased China's self-developed multimodal models assisting creators in real-time. Meanwhile, Wukang Road transformed into a movie-themed block, turning ticket stubs into keys that unlock the city. Because in Shanghai, films don't just tell stories –they become part of the city itself.