Russian film 'Red Silk' hits theaters in China

2025-09-08 09:56:00

　　A spy film with tense action scenes – jointly made by Chinese and Russian filmmakers – opened nationwide in China on Saturday, September 6. "Red Silk" was released in Russia on February 20 and received high praise during its screening period there.

　　Crew members of "Red Silk" attended a recent premiere in Beijing, including producer Vadim Byrkin, who emphasized that the film is more than just a spy thriller: It serves as a powerful medium to convey the shared history between China and Russia.

　　"Red Silk"producer Vadim Byrkin is present at the film's premiere in Beijing on September 4, 2025. /Photo provided to CGTN

　　He believes that the detective and thriller elements woven into the storyline can easily strike a chord with audiences from both countries and beyond.

　　Fu Ruoqing, Chairman of the China Film Group Corporation, also expressed his eagerness to continue collaborating with Russian counterparts in the film industry.

　　Industry insiders believe that with its release in China, a rising number of Chinese audiences will be able to appreciate the charm of Russian culture and understand the long-standing friendship between China and Russia, who are holding film festivals in each other's countries.

　　This year's Russian Film Festival is an integral part of a series of events organized under the 2024-2025 China-Russia Years of Culture program.

　　The premiere of "Red Silk" is held in Beijing on Thursday, September 4, 2025. /Photo provided to CGTN