The 14th Beijing International Film Festival is set to open Thursday at the Yanqi Lake International Convention and Exhibition Center in Beijing's Huairou district. Local authorities and departments have worked diligently to ensure a successful event. Huairou district has coordinated security, traffic, and fire safety measures to facilitate the smooth operation of the opening and closing ceremonies. Transportation enhancements include adding 1,400 parking spaces and 37 shuttle buses as well as increasing taxi services to manage attendee flow. The district is also enhancing the festival atmosphere by lighting up the Yanqi Lake area and decorating the main venues with floral arrangements. Chen Qi, deputy director of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Huairou District Committee, emphasized the district's efforts to showcase China's cinematic achievements and the positive impact of the festival. "We have planned a series of events to complement the festival's main activities, enhancing the overall experience," Chen said. In addition to the Tiantan Award ceremony, the festival will feature a music event and a film carnival starting on April 21. These events will offer a blend of film, music, and cultural activities, including live performances that integrate film elements, a cultural market, and over 40 cultural activities like film screenings and a Chinese fashion gala. |
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: Endangered Bornean orangutan born in FloridaHow 'dream life' TV familyChina activates LevelDeath toll rises to 13 following Taiwan's 7.3Abu Ghraib detainee shares emotional testimony during trial against Virginia military contractorPolice declare Sydney church stabbing a terror attack 'motivated by religious extremism'Prominent New York church, sued for gender bias, moves forward with male pastor candidateChina's Han River sees first flood of 20242 killed in vessel collision in waters off east ChinaNFL's first medical summit brought teams together to collaborate on improving player safety