Derek Yee on Mentoring Young Hong Kong Directors at Shanghai Forum: ‘Stay Positive’
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According to Variety, Hong Kong cinema veteran Derek Yee shared his philosophy for mentoring the next generation of filmmakers at the Shanghai International Film Festival. Speaking on a panel focused on the 'Director's Succession Scheme,' Yee emphasized the importance of staying positive while nurturing emerging talent. The panel included directors Stephen Fung, T. Keane Wong, Wong Hoi, Norris Wong, and Nick Cheuk—signaling a broader industry effort to transfer knowledge within Hong Kong's storied film community.
Source: https://variety.com/2026/film/festivals/derek-yee-shangha...
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