Jackie Chan, Anthony Chen Titles Lead Chinese Presence at Berlinale
Variety
by Naman RamachandranFebruary 15, 2026
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Chinese and Greater China cinema are making a strong impact at the 2026 Berlin Film Festival and European Film Market (EFM), with a lineup of films that highlight both established stars and emerging talent. Jackie Chan’s latest dramedy *Unexpected Family*, produced by Golden Network Asia, is a key focus, featuring Chan alongside Peng Yuchang and Zhang Jianing. The film, which explores themes of family, memory, and discovery, has already achieved significant theatrical success across multiple territories including China, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Cambodia, and Myanmar. A North American release is scheduled for February 2026.
The festival also showcases a range of other notable titles. In the Panorama section, Agnis Shen Zhongmin makes her feature debut with *Shanghai Daughter*, a meditative blend of fiction and documentary inspired by her family history. The film
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Originally published on Variety on 2/15/2026