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CCIDA and Hong Kong Film Development Council lead industry delegation to participate in 76th Berlin International Film Festival in Germany (with photos)
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     The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB) and the Hong Kong Film Development Council (FDC) led an industry delegation to participate in the 76th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) in Germany. A series of exchange activities themed "Hong Kong Cinema @ Berlin 2026" was held to promote Hong Kong cinema internationally and support emerging Hong Kong filmmakers in exploring overseas markets. The delegation also attended the Opening Ceremony of Berlinale at which veteran actress Michelle Yeoh was presented with a Berlinale life achievement award.

     The Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries and Secretary-General of the FDC, Mr Gary Mak, attended the Opening Ceremony of Berlinale on February 12 (Berlin time), where Yeoh received the Honorary Golden Bear. He conveyed congratulations and gratitude from the CSTB to Yeoh, in appreciation of her contributions to the Hong Kong and global film industry.

     CCIDA and the FDC organised a Hong Kong Night networking reception on February 13 (Berlin time) as a key event during the festival, which attracted over 200 filmmakers and industry professionals from around the world. The event aimed at helping Hong Kong filmmakers to expand their international network. Speaking at the event, Mr Mak remarked that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the FDC have actively supported the development of the Hong Kong film industry. By participating in international film festivals, Hong Kong filmmakers with promising potential are provided with opportunities to showcase their work and exchange ideas with global filmmakers.

     To nurture new film talent, four emerging Hong Kong filmmakers were included in the delegation, including producer of "The Trough" Lorraine Ho; co‑producer of "Shambhala", which was selected for the main competition of the 74th Berlinale, Fanny Chong; director and scriptwriter of "Smashing Frank" Trevor Choi; and Nicole Chu, who was selected for the 2026 Berlinale Talents from more than 3 000 applicants worldwide. CCIDA sponsored Ho, Chong and Choi to participate in the Berlinale Co-Production Market, and also invited FDC member Mr Frederick Tsui as a delegate to facilitate more collaborations and exchanges between the emerging filmmakers and international counterparts. CCIDA aims to make good use of this international platform at Berlinale and assist Hong Kong filmmakers in promoting new cross-regional projects.

     During the festival, CCIDA members also met with representatives from various international film institutions and festivals, including the French National Centre of Cinema, the Toronto International Film Festival, the Udine Far East Film Festival and Bridging Visions, to continue expanding global opportunities for the Hong Kong film industry.
 
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The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and the Hong Kong Film Development Council led an industry delegation to participate in the 76th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) in Germany. Photo shows the Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries and Secretary-General of the Hong Kong Film Development Council, Mr Gary Mak (centre); the Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Berlin, Mr Indiana Wong (fourth right) and other delegation members attending the Hong Kong Night networking reception on February 13 (Berlin time). Hong Kong director Ray Yeung (third left) who was invited by the festival to serve on the jury of Berlinale Teddy Award this edition also attended.
The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and the Hong Kong Film Development Council led an industry delegation to participate in the 76th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) in Germany and organised a Hong Kong Night networking reception on February 13 (Berlin time).
The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and the Hong Kong Film Development Council led an industry delegation to participate in the 76th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) in Germany. Photo shows the Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries and Secretary-General of the Hong Kong Film Development Council, Mr Gary Mak (second right), meeting with representatives from the French National Centre of Cinema on February 13 (Berlin time).