When the FIRST International Film Festival unveiled its jury roster, the inclusion of 22-year-old Yi Yangqianxi (易烊千玺) sent ripples through China’s film industry. His transition from teen idol to legitimate cinematic voice culminates in this pivotal role—a testament to nine years of deliberate reinvention. As the youngest juror alongside auteurs like Chen Kaige (陈凯歌) and […]
