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‘Ne Zha’ Voice Actor, International Filmmakers Talk Women’s Cinema at Shanghai’s Inaugural Kering Women In Motion Forum
'Ne Zha' voice actor joins Chinese, Brazilian, Indian filmmakers at Shanghai's first Kering Women In Motion forum discussing women's cinema evolution.
The star-studded panel at the 27th edition of the festival, titled “Kering Women In Motion Talk – In Her Flow,” and moderated by actor and host Andrew Liang, featured an eclectic mix of talent: Lyu Yanting, the voice performer who brought the mischievous boy character to life in animated blockbusters “Ne Zha” and “Ne Zha 2”; Brazilian actor-producer Luiza Mariani fresh from creating a female-led film crew; Indian filmmaker Kiran Rao, who doubles as a Golden Goblet Awards juror this year; and Chinese actor-turned-producer Liang Jing, now eight years into her behind-the-camera transformation. Chen Guo, managing director of the Shanghai International Film and TV Events Center, welcomed the gathering as part of the festival’s commitment to maintaining “sensitivity, professionalism, and forward-thinking” in exploring industry developments, while celebrating how “female filmmakers continue to expand the boundaries of our cinema with their keen perception, vivid expression, and courage to break through.” As the panelists delivered their final advice – Liang Jing urging filmmakers to “dare to break down walls,” Rao emphasizing the need to “find your voice” – the forum established a new platform for championing women’s stories in one of the world’s largest film markets.
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