In early 2012, we were awarded an AHRC Research Networking Grant, which enables us to host a more sustained series of public events, screenings and conferences. Our first symposium in March brought together academics and industry professionals in dialogue on the subject of the distribution and exhibition of Chinese and Asian film in the UK. Debate was lively and it was encouraging to note the participation of the general public once again. Another symposium and an international conference are planned for 2013, alongside other film screenings and public events.

Symposium/ The Distribution and Exhibition of Chinese and Asian Film in the UK
28 to 29 March 2012
Full programme here
11 Flowers (Wang Xiao-shuai, China/France 2011)

Big Blue Lake (Jessey Tsang, Hong Kong 2011) — UK Premiere + Q&A
6 July 2012

Piercing I (Liu Jian, China 2010) — UK Premiere + Q&A
As part of the Abandon Normal Devices (AND) Festival 2012
2 September 2012

One Tree, Three Lives — UK Premiere + Q&A
22 October 2012