Indonesia Movie Weekend Festival in Beijing

CASE STUDIES

Indonesia Movie Weekend Festival in Beijing

Brand

Indonesian Embassy for China

Services

Offline Event

Market

Chinese Audience

Scope

Offline Event

About the Event

The Indonesia Movie Weekend Festival, held on November 1st – 2nd, 2024, at Womei Cineplex-Dang Daqiao, Chaoyang District, Beijing, was a cultural initiative by the Indonesian Embassy for China, in collaboration with Nanyang Bridge Media. The event aimed to showcase Indonesian cinema to Chinese audiences, strengthen cultural ties, and promote Indonesia as a prime filming destination for Chinese production houses.

Objectives

1.
Introduce Indonesian films to Chinese audiences.

2.
Highlight Indonesia as an attractive filming location for Chinese filmmakers.

3.
Strengthen cultural and diplomatic relations between Indonesia and China.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

The festival was graced by the presence of high-profile guests from both the film industry and diplomatic circles, adding to its prestige and significance. Notable attendees included:

Dewi Avilia – Counsellor for Cultural, Information, and Tourism Affairs in the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia

Tony LV – Deputy Secretary-General to the Film and Television Industry & Investment Committee of the China Film Association

Ihsan Chardiansyah – Head of B2B Marketing & Communication of Produksi Film Negara (PFN)

Herawan Sukohaji – Immigration Attache of Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Beijing

Shierly Kosasih – Chief Operating Officer of Adhya Pictures

Muhammad Soleh Artiawan – The Head of Film Licensing Task Force at the Directorate of Film, Music, and Media

Herawan Sukohaji – Immigration Attache of Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Beijing

Celerina Judisari – Head of Business & Financing Division of BPI (Badan Perfilman Indonesia)

Muhammad Soleh Artiawan – The Head of Film Licensing Task Force at the Directorate of Film, Music, and Media

Film Screened

Results

The Indonesia Movie Weekend Festival in Beijing was a resounding success, bringing the richness of Indonesian cinema to Chinese audiences and creating a vibrant platform for cultural exchange. Through captivating film screenings and engaging discussions, the festival not only deepened appreciation for Indonesia’s storytelling and heritage but also sparked meaningful connections between industry players from both nations. The event strengthened diplomatic and cultural ties, opening doors for future collaborations in film production and distribution. By demonstrating the power of cinema as a bridge between cultures, the festival positioned Indonesia as an emerging force in the global film industry while inspiring new opportunities for creative and economic partnerships.

Testimoni

“I was truly amazed by the film’s visual effects and sound. Through the genuine emotions expressed in the characters’ performances, I felt deeply connected to that era. I hope there will be more events like this in the future, so I can enjoy more Indonesian film”

Chen Qinqing

Audience of Kadet 1947

“I noticed that the local Chinese community showed great enthusiasm for this film festival. The event attracted audiences from diverse backgrounds, with some even bringing their families along. This is a wonderful opportunity not only to introduce Indonesian films to a wider audience, but also to showcase Indonesia’s rich and diverse natural landscapes through cinema—opening up greater potential for Indonesia as both a film shooting destination and a tourism destination.”