Expanding Boundaries | Submissions Open for the 3rd Hamburg Chinese Film Festival 2025!
擴延邊界｜2025年第三屆漢堡華語影像展徵片開啟！

We are thrilled to announce that the 3rd Hamburg Chinese Film Festival (CFFH) is now officially accepting submissions! Scheduled to take place from May 7th to 11th, 2025 (tentative), CFFH continues to serve as a dynamic platform that celebrates the diversity, innovation, and artistic expression within films from or related to Chinese-speaking communities. We warmly welcome filmmakers from around the globe to participate, bringing their unique visions to Hamburg’s international audience.
第三屆漢堡華語影像展(CFFH)將於2025年5月7日至11日（暫定）舉行！影展徵片通道現已正式開啟。作為一個致力於展示多元、創新與藝術表達的的華語影像平台，CFFH誠摯邀請全球的電影創作者參與，將他們獨特的影像作品帶給國際觀眾。
CFFH aims to highlight a wide range of films from or related to Chinese-speaking communities, from traditional narrative films to cutting-edge experimental works. Whether you are creating narrative features, documentaries, short films, animations, or exploring more avant-garde forms like expanded cinema and intermedia cinema, we encourage you to submit. Our festival embraces both creative risk-taking and more conventional storytelling with distinct voices and heartfelt emotions.
CFFH將展示各種類型的華語影像，從傳統的敘事影片到前衛的實驗作品。無論您是在創作劇情長片、紀錄片、短片、動畫，還是探索擴展電影和跨媒介電影等前衛形式，我們都歡迎您的投稿。我們欣賞既勇於創新又保持情感真摯的敘事作品。

Why Submit to CFFH?
為何選擇CFFH？

CFFH provides an inclusive platform that not only honors the rich tradition of films from or related to Chinese-speaking communities but also pushes the boundaries of visual storytelling. Through a combination of film screenings, panel discussions, and interactive events, we aim to foster deep exchanges between filmmakers, industry professionals, and global audiences. Here are just a few reasons to submit your film:
CFFH為創作者提供了一個既尊重華語電影傳統，又能推動視覺敘事邊界的平台。通過電影放映、圓桌討論與互動活動，我們致力於促進電影創作者、業界專業人士與全球觀眾之間的深入交流。以下是選擇參加CFFH的幾個理由：
Thorough Review Process: Our selection committee will carefully review every film, ensuring that each submission receives fair consideration.
細緻評審過程：所有影片將由評審委員會審慎評審，確保每一部作品都得到公平考量。
Platform for Innovation: We highlight innovative films that challenge conventional boundaries and storytelling methods, allowing groundbreaking projects to be recognized.
創新平台：我們重視那些挑戰傳統邊界與敘事方法的創新作品，為前沿項目提供展示的舞台。
Expert Evaluation: Renowned filmmakers, critics, and industry professionals will be part of our jury, offering insightful feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
專家評審：著名電影導演、影評人及業界專家將作為評審團成員，提供寶貴的反饋與專業成長機會。
International Exposure: Selected films will be showcased to a diverse audience in Hamburg, fostering connections and expanding visibility for filmmakers beyond their local markets.
國際曝光：入選影片將面向來自不同文化背景的觀眾放映，為創作者提供拓展國際市場的機會。
Networking Opportunities: Filmmakers will have the opportunity to connect with industry professionals, other filmmakers, and audience members through screenings, Q&A sessions, and special events.
交流機會：通過放映、問答環節和特別活動，電影創作者可以與業界專業人士、其他創作者和觀眾互動交流。

About Us
關於我們
The Hamburg Chinese Film Festival (CFFH) originated from the Riparian: Chinese Independent Film Showcase Hamburg project in 2022. Founded by filmmaker Hanqi Sheng and artist Zhichao Zhu, this project began as a small-scale initiative to screen independent films from or related to Chinese-speaking communities in Hamburg. With the tremendous support of local cultural institutions, what started as an experimental showcase quickly developed into a full-fledged film festival. By the end of 2022, the non-profit organization Chinesische Medien- und Filmkunst e.V. was officially established to oversee the festival’s operations and future growth.
漢堡華語影像展(CFFH) 起源於2022年由電影創作者盛涵琪和藝術家朱志超發起的“河岸放映：華語獨立電影展”項目。這一項目最初是為在漢堡展示獨立華語電影的實驗性展映活動。在當地文化機構的大力支持下，該活動迅速發展為一個正式的電影節。至2022年底，我們正式註冊成立了非營利組織 漢堡華語電影與媒體藝術協會（Chinesische Medien- und Filmkunst e.V.） 以負責影展的運營和未來發展。
The first edition of CFFH took place from January 8th to 15th, 2023, under the name “CHINESE FILM+: Chinese Film and Video Festival Hamburg.” It featured 9 feature films and 3 short film programs, totaling 12 screenings, 2 roundtable discussions, and a contemporary video art exhibition. The event attracted a diverse audience of film lovers, scholars, and creators, garnering critical acclaim for its focus on artistic and experimental Chinese films. Directors like Jiang Hongqi, Tawfiq Nizamidin, and Pepe Danquart (an Oscar-winning filmmaker) attended the festival and participated in discussions, providing valuable insights to both the public and the festival’s future direction.
第一屆CFFH 於2023年1月8日至15日舉行，以“CHINESE FILM+漢堡河岸影像周”為名，展映了9部長片和3場短片合集，共計12場放映、2場圓桌討論和一場當代影像藝術展覽。該活動吸引了來自不同背景的影迷、學者和創作者，並因其對藝術性和實驗性華語電影的專注而獲得廣泛讚譽。導演江宏慶、陶比科·尼扎米丁以及奧斯卡獲獎導演佩波·丹科瓦特親臨現場，參與討論，為觀眾和影展的未來發展提供了寶貴見解。
The second edition was held from May 7th to 13th, 2024, expanding both its program and reach. We received over 500 submissions from around the world and curated a selection of 35 films, including narrative features, documentaries, short films, and experimental works. The final jury consisted of Qiu Jiongjiong, Yu Qiong, Canan Turan, and Jens Geiger-Kiran, who provided valuable insights and played a crucial role in selecting the winning films. The festival successfully engaged with a broader audience, not only in Hamburg but also attracting visitors from other parts of Europe.
第二屆影展 於2024年5月7日至13日舉行，進一步擴大了節目內容與影響力。我們從全球收到超過500部作品的投稿，精選了35部影片進行展映，涵蓋劇情片、紀錄片、短片和實驗作品。終審評委團由邱炯炯、余瓊、卡南·圖蘭和延斯·蓋格-基蘭四位組成，他們提供了寶貴的見解，並在評選獲獎影片的過程中發揮了至關重要的作用。此次影展不僅吸引了來自漢堡的觀眾，還有來自歐洲其他地區的影迷，成功擴大了影展的受眾範圍。
As we look toward the third edition in 2025, we are committed to continuing the festival’s mission of fostering dialogue between filmmakers and audiences, and showcasing diverse, innovative voices in Chinese cinema. With expanded programming and even more engagement opportunities, CFFH is poised to become one of Europe’s most prominent platforms for films and visual art from or related to Chinese-speaking communities.
隨著我們展望2025年第三屆影展，我們將繼續致力於促進電影創作者與觀眾之間的對話，並展示多元與創新的華語電影聲音。隨著節目內容的進一步擴展和更多互動機會的提供，CFFH正逐漸成為歐洲最重要的華語電影與視覺藝術平台之一。
For more details, visit our official website https://chinesefilmfest.de/ or contact us at info@chinesefilmfest.de.
更多詳情，請訪問我們的官方網站 https://chinesefilmfest.de/ 或聯繫 info@chinesefilmfest.de。