Connecting Film and Industry
HIIFF brings together filmmakers and industry resources, building a platform for young filmmakers to grow and for film projects to reach production and the market.
Drawing on Hainan’s local culture and film resources, it fosters exchange between technology and art and promotes cooperation between Chinese cinema and the international film industry.
Industry Programs
HIIFF Fresh Coconut Lab
A project lab supporting short film projects based on feature concepts, connecting mentorship, production support and industry resources
Learn MoreFilm Tech & AI
Exploring how AI, XR and virtual production enter filmmaking, with a film technology exhibition and an AI film section
Learn MoreForums & Masterclasses
Thematic forums address industry issues; masterclasses return to filmmakers’ creative methods
Learn MoreRights Market & Industry Events
Project invitations, showcases, pitches and business meetings that foster cooperation between film projects and industry resources
Learn MoreIndustry Highlights
HIIFF Fresh Coconut Lab
From the Young Coconut Academy and Short Film Lab to the Feature Project Pitch and Market Screenings, supporting young filmmakers as they grow
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Golden Coconut Main ForumFree Trade Port Opportunities and New Momentum for the Film Industry
Filmmakers and industry guests discussed content innovation, international cooperation and industry development
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MasterclassMarco Müller: A Dialogue Between Curating and Filmmaking
Under the title “The Other Side of Film Festivals,” he shared his experience and reflections on curating and filmmaking
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Industry EventsFilm Industry Investment Promotion and Signing Conference
Government, companies and industry partners met to connect film resources and build cooperation through industry promotion and project signings
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The 7th HIIFF Industry in Numbers
2852部
AI Film Season submissions
785部
Short films entered in the Young Coconut Academy
457个
Projects entered in the Feature Project Pitch
56个
Countries and regions submitting AI films