HKETO, Brussels supports Hong Kong films at Far East Film Festival in Udine, Italy (with photos)

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     The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels (HKETO, Brussels), together with Create Hong Kong and the Hong Kong International Film Festival Society, supported the screening of Hong Kong films at the 25th Far East Film Festival (FEFF) in Udine, Italy, from April 21 to 29 (Udine time).

     At the 25th FEFF, international audiences in Italy are being treated to a special selection of films titled "Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema", which focuses on new and emerging talent. "Making Waves" features six recently released Hong Kong films, as well as a three-film tribute to Johnnie To and a retrospective. The Hong Kong film industry was well-represented in the FEFF by a number of directors, producers, screenwriters and actors.

     At the Hong Kong Film Night on April 27, the Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Raistlin Lau, addressed guests at a networking reception attended by representatives of the international cinema and cultural scene.

     Mr Lau said the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government is committed to supporting Hong Kong's creative industries and developing Hong Kong into an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.

     "In particular we support our film industry through the Film Development Fund, which aims to nurture talent, enhance local production, market expansion and audience building. Initiatives like the 'Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema' programme allow international audiences to experience the creativity of a new generation of Hong Kong actors and filmmakers," he said.

     Deputy Representative of HKETO, Brussels Mr Henry Tsoi remarked that HKETO, Brussels has been supporting the participation of Hong Kong films in a series of international film festivals in Europe, and would continue to promote Hong Kong's creative industries on the continent. Mr Tsoi also invited guests from all over the world, including Italy, to come to Hong Kong to explore the vibrant arts and cultural scene of the city in person.

     The FEFF is one of the largest film festivals in Europe, showcasing the latest productions from Asia and receiving significant national and international interest from the film industry, cultural sector and media. This year, a total of 78 movies from 14 countries/regions are screened at the FEFF.

Ends/Friday, April 28, 2023
Issued at HKT 17:26

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The Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Raistlin Lau (right), addresses guests from the international cinema and cultural scene at the networking reception of the Hong Kong Film Night held in Udine, Italy, on April 27 (Udine time) during the 25th Far East Film Festival (FEFF). Next to him is the President of the FEFF, Ms Sabrina Baracetti (left).

Deputy Representative of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels Mr Henry Tsoi (right) addresses guests from the international cinema and cultural scene at the networking reception of the Hong Kong Film Night held in Udine, Italy, on April 27 (Udine time) during the 25th Far East Film Festival (FEFF). Next to him is the President of the FEFF, Ms Sabrina Baracetti (left).

The Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Raistlin Lau (back row, first left), and Deputy Representative of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels Mr Henry Tsoi (back row, third right) welcome representatives from the Hong Kong film industry at the Hong Kong Film Night held in Udine, Italy, on April 27 (Udine time) during the 25th Far East Film Festival.