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On this day on July 4th, the film industry ushered in an unprecedented storm - the Film Bureau officially issued a strict notice on "the film must be recorded before going abroad to participate in film festivals (exhibitions)", this measure undoubtedly dropped a bombshell in the industry, and was regarded by many industry insiders as the most stringent new regulations in recent years.
The introduction of the new regulations is undoubtedly a comprehensive regulation and tightening of the behavior of films "going to sea". From the words of the notice, we can clearly feel the undoubted seriousness and rigor. Among them, the term "film festival (exhibition)" is repeatedly mentioned seven times, which is not only a restriction on the behavior of "participation", but also includes all forms of overseas exchange activities such as "exhibition" and "screening" into the scope of supervision. This means that if any film wants to go abroad, it must first complete a strict review process in China, obtain a public screening license, and pass the filing review again before it can set foot on the international stage.
Behind this regulation is a deep call for filmmakers' feelings for their country and their awareness of laws and regulations. Long before the release of the new regulations, the leaders in charge of films had issued an early warning at the industry symposium, emphasizing that filmmakers should abide by the right path, cherish themselves, and not break the bottom line of public order and good customs and laws and regulations. His words reveal concern about the current state of the film industry, as well as harsh criticism of the bad habits of some filmmakers, such as "kitsch".
In this context, the situation of the two directors Wang Xiaoshuai and Lou Ye is particularly interesting. As well-known directors in the industry, they each embarked on the journey of the international film festival with their unapproved works. The second part of Wang Xiaoshuai's "Homeland Trilogy", although it stems from a deep creative foundation and good reputation, caused controversy because it failed to pass the domestic review and went to the Berlin Film Festival to participate in the exhibition; Lou Ye's seven-character new film even suffered a storm due to its screening in Cannes, the Douban entry was emptied, and it was rumored that the judges gave a zero score. These events not only plunged the two directors into the whirlpool of public opinion, but also made the entire film industry begin to re-examine the costs and risks of "going to sea".
History is always strikingly similar. Looking back on the past, there are not a few filmmakers who have been punished for violating the rules of competition or exhibition. Tian Zhuangzhuang was banned for ten years for winning the Tokyo Film Festival Grand Prix for "A Kite of a Certain Color"; Although Lu Chuan was once questioned by "illegal participation" because "The King's Feast" was shortlisted for the Toronto Film Festival, fortunately, he corrected his attitude in time, and the film was finally released smoothly. These cases all remind us that on the artistic road of film, every choice needs to be cautious, and every time you "go to sea", you need to think twice.
Although the introduction of the new regulations has brought certain pressure and restrictions to filmmakers, in the long run, it will undoubtedly help purify the film market environment and improve the overall quality and international competitiveness of domestic films. At this critical moment, every filmmaker should deeply reflect on their original creative intentions and responsibilities, and give back to the audience and the times with a more rigorous attitude and better works. What do you think? Feel free to leave a message in the comment area to share your views. Attention!