ShanghaiPRIDE Film Festival announces short film competition judges, extends submissions deadline
ShanghaiPRIDE Film Festival returns for its second year, 17-26th June 2016. The 10 day festival is a unique platform in Shanghai, showcasing new and emerging Chinese filmmaking talent, alongside some of the most talked about and compelling movies from around the world.
In 2016, ShPFF is celebrating GENDER in all its forms, with films on transgender, non-binary and agender people. The festival teaser trailer, released today, features different gender presentations by members of the Shanghai community.
“Thanks to the popularity of Jin Xing’s new talk show, and the efforts of others, there is a growing awareness of trans and non-binary gender identity in China. Trans people are often on the edge of the LGBTQ community. It is our hope that by having a focus on gender, ShPFF can be a space in which all people are welcomed and given a voice,” said Festival Programmer Matthew Baren.
As part of it’s effort to support and promote local talent, ShPFF Short Film Competition will also be part of the 2016 festival. The winning film will be screened at Iris Prize (UK) with the chance to win £30,000.
ShPFF has extended the deadline to 15 APRIL 2016. Films may be on any topic, but must focus on Chinese LGBTQ characters. Submissions should be under 20 minutes. International submissions are accepted. Entry is free, and full submission details are at shpride.com/films .
A panel of international industry figures will judge the competition.
Questions? All enquiries to:
Matthew Baren, Festival Coordinator & Programmer
films@shanghaipride.com
Short Film Competition judges
Hong Khaou, filmmaker
BAFTA award nominee Hong Khaou spent 7 years at an independent film distribution company before making his debut feature film, Lilting. The film, starring Cheng Pei Pei and Ben Whishaw, premiered at Sundance Film Festival, going on to win acclaim and prizes around the world.
Quentin Lee, filmmaker
Since is award winning debut Flow, Quentin Lee has established himself as a significant figure in American queer cinema. His films Ethan Mao, Drift and Shopping For Fangs are cult favorites, giving visibility to queer Asian characters. ShPFF is honored to welcome him back as judge for a 2nd year.
Erica Lee, musician
Erica Lee is a celebrated musician and recording artist, dubbed ‘the voice of the soul’ by the media. Educated at the Shanghai Conservatory Of Music, she has since become an active force working in the jazz and the pop world globally, known for her unique clash of avant-garde and classical music.
Kit Hung, filmmaker
Kit Hung is best known for Soundless Wind Chime. This mesmerizing love story was nominated for the Teddy Award at Berlinale, and frequently appears on critics’ top 10 lists of Asian queer cinema. He is based in Hong Kong and Switzerland.
