Actress Shu Qi’s first self-written and self-directed film, Girls, after successfully being selected for the main competition at the 82nd Venice Film Festival to vie for the Golden Lion, has now also been invited to the Special Presentations section of the 50th Toronto International Film Festival. On the 26th, even more good news came—Girls has officially entered the main competition of the 30th Busan International Film Festival. In just one month, the film has gained favor at three major film festivals in Europe, North America, and Asia, truly a 'triple blessing' for Shu Qi.
Written and directed by Shu Qi and produced by Yeh Ju-fen, Girls brings together a dream team of award-winning behind-the-scenes talents, with a stellar cast including Roy Chiu, 9m88, Bai Xiaoying, and Lin Pintong—powerhouse actors sharing the screen. Shu Qi, who has shone on the international stage as an actress, now steps into the role of director for the first time, and her debut has leaped into the main competition at major film festivals, her skills and perspective already winning over international juries.
Lead actor Roy Chiu will soon join the crew for the world premiere at Venice, feeling both honored and excited: “Playing a father this time is a challenge I’ve never tried before. Collaborating with Director Shu Qi has been inspiring for both of us, letting the characters spark many surprises. I look forward to audiences seeing a completely different side of my performance.”
News source: 壹苹新闻网