New York Film Festival and Jia Zhangke
Jia Zhangke's "Useless" (or "Inutile") premiered on Saturday at Rose Hall in Lincoln Center. It is the second movie that he made about Artist in China , and the third one is on its way. A marvelous piece, smart and faithful. The contrast resulted from different social classes make the movie much deeper. Jia Zhangke's unique and genuine views never fail to catch you with surprises.
What I didn't really expect on the day is that Jia Zhangke himself actually attended the premier. He appeared on stage after the screening, and he answered a couple of questions from the audience. The questions are a bit aggressive, however, Jia Zhangke handled them without any hesitation. It really impressed me. Such an intelligent guy!
1. Economic growth and the Artists
China's rapid economic growth gives great opportunities and more than ever exposures to the Artists. At the same time, it does bring environmental problems and a lot of other issues. We are experiencing the ramification of the rapid economy growth, both the good and the bad.
2. Why choose artists as topic, what can they do to help improve the society, the country, the world.
At this moment, it is hard to say what exactly Artists can do. But we all know what the world would look like if there is no artists.