About the Festival

Chinese Film Festival Hamburg (CFFH) is a dynamic platform dedicated to showcasing films from or related to Chinese-speaking communities. Founded in 2022 and run by the Hamburg Chinese Film and Media Art Association, CFFH has grown into a vibrant annual festival committed to artistic diversity and innovation. With a carefully curated, genre-spanning selection, it fosters dialogue through screenings, discussions and networking events, connecting filmmakers, industry professionals and audiences. Expanding its reach, CFFH continues to inspire artistic exchange and cross-cultural understanding, positioning itself as a key player in the international film landscape.

Concept of This Year

CFFH2025 embraces the expansion of cinematic boundaries as a development of its ‘Film plus’ concept, continuing to transcend conventional aesthetics. By actively encouraging innovative works encompassing expanded cinema, cross-media art, and experimental films, the festival explores intersections between cinema and contemporary art. It remains equally committed to traditional works that demonstrate clarity and authenticity. Through curated programming, the festival affirms cinema’s power to bridge divides, spark dialogues and respond to our hyper-saturated visual era.