LOS ANGELES, Nov. 11 (Xinhua) -- The 22nd Chinese American Film Festival and the Chinese American TV Festival (CAFF & CATF) opened in Los Angeles, U.S. California on Tuesday, bringing together film and television professionals from China and the United States to promote cultural exchanges.
This year's festivals received more than 500 film and television entries. Ten films won Golden Angel Awards, including "Cold War 1994," "Crossing" and "Under Current." The Best TV Series Award went to "Swords into Plowshares."
Five American movies received the Most Popular U.S. Film in China Award: "Zootopia 2," "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," "Avatar: Fire and Ash," "The Odyssey" and "Minions & Monsters."
Addressing the opening ceremony, James Su, chairman of EDI Media Inc. and chairman of CAFF & CATF, said that over the past 22 years, the festivals have not only showcased outstanding films and television programs, but also served as a window for cultural exchanges and as a bridge bringing people from East and West closer together.
Andre Morgan, co-chair of CAFF & CATF and a film producer, said the festivals offered American audiences an opportunity to experience some of the best films being made in China, whose film industry continues to improve year after year.
Founded in 2005, the annual festivals are usually held in Los Angeles in November.
A series of forums will be held during the festivals, bringing together professionals from China and the United States to share insights and explore opportunities for cooperation. ■