Academy President Janet Yang Highlights China-Hollywood Bridge at Beijing Film Festival

President Janet Yang emphasized the importance of cultural exchange between China and the U.S., highlighting how film has unique power to unite people. As an American-born Chinese producer, she brings a decade of experience bridging both industries. Despite growing recognition of global cinema, Yang noted significant underrepresentation of Greater China members in the Academy, despite successes like South Korea's "Parasite." Highlighting recent milestones, such as Xu Zheng's "Lost in Thailand" and Oscar wins by Asian diaspora films, she underscored China's rising cultural influence and opportunities for filmmakers to collaborate internationally.