Highlights of the Beijing Int’l Film Festival Opening Ceremony

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The red carpet was rolled out Sunday night for the Opening Ceremony of the 8th Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF) which took place at Beijing Yanqi Lake International Convention and Exhibition Center.

To the soundtrack of screaming fans, stars from both China and abroad appeared at this year's festival. Of the many stars, who will leave as winners? And what were the highlights of the Opening Ceremony?

Red carpet stars

Xu Zheng and the crew of

"Two Steps From Heaven".

This year, the movie "Two Steps From Heaven" has received a lot of buzz and producer Xu Zheng, alongside cast members were in attendance.

Wu Jing, the screenwriter, director and male lead in "Wolf Warrior 2" walks the red carpet.

The most remarkable national film of 2017 is undoubtedly the “Wolf Warrior 2”, which has not only become a box office hit but has also won praise from critics. The screenwriter, director, and leading actor Wu Jing was at the Opening Ceremony.

Shu Qi walks the red carpet.

Actresses always sparkle on the red carpet, and this year, the opening ceremony of the 8th BJIFF was full of reputable actresses of great strength and charm. One of the most widely known is Shu Qi, who is also a member of the Tiantan Award Jury.

Chloë Moretz taking a selfie with fans.

Chloë Grace Moretz who starred as “Hit Girl” in the movie Kick-Ass has a considerable fan base in China, and was greeted on the red carpet by lots of eager and excitable fans. Chinese Supermodel Du Juan (Jennifer Du) and actresses Tong Liya and Yan Ni also attended the event.

Chinese supermodel and actress Du Juan walks the red carpet.

The hugely popular actor Shawn Yue was another big name at the event.

Shawn Yue on the red carpet.

The Opening Ceremony

“One Film Festival, One City” – the BJIFF stays true to its mission and forges ahead.

The Opening Ceremony of the 8th BJIFF.

It is the first film festival held in China this year and will highlight China's confidence in showcasing its culture and style on an international stage.

Wang Leehom.

During the opening ceremony, Wang Leehom, Karen Mok, and Zhang Weijian all performed on stage.

The crew of “Operation Red Sea”.

Also during the Opening Ceremony, Wu Jing, from " Wolf Warrior 2 ", director Lin Chaoxian, actor Zhang Hanyu from “Operation Red Sea” and Cheng Sicheng, director of “Detective Chinatown 2” joined hands before revealing the Chinese film industries data and figures.

(CGTN)