Jia Zhangke Sets Next Feature ‘Mamma Dunhuang’ Starring Zhao Tao and Liao Fan, Reteaming With MK2 Films (EXCLUSIVE)
Jia Zhangke is set to direct his next feature film titled 'Mamma Dunhuang,' which will star Zhao Tao and Liao Fan. The film, co-produced with MK2 Films, follows a mother's journey across China with the aid of artificial intelligence. Filming is scheduled to begin this winter.
- ▪Jia Zhangke is a celebrated Chinese filmmaker known for his impactful storytelling.
- ▪The film 'Mamma Dunhuang' tells the story of a mother from Dunhuang who embarks on a journey across China.
- ▪Zhao Tao and Liao Fan, both acclaimed actors, previously worked with Zhangke on the film 'Ash Is Purest White.'
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Home Film Global May 18, 2026 4:29am PT Jia Zhangke Sets Next Feature ‘Mamma Dunhuang’ Starring Zhao Tao and Liao Fan, Reteaming With MK2 Films (EXCLUSIVE) By Elsa Keslassy Plus Icon Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent @elsakeslassy Latest Lola Quivoron’s Thriller ‘El Dorado’ Boarded by Films du Losange as Production Wraps in Southern France 1 hour ago Inside Netflix’s ‘Call My Agent The Movie’: George Clooney Cameo, Cannes Shoot and Andrea’s Big Comeback (EXCLUSIVE) 20 hours ago After ‘Son of Saul,’ László Nemes Returns to WWII With ‘Moulin’ and a Warning About Tyranny: ‘You Have to Choose Your Side’ 1 day ago See All Getty Celebrated Chinese filmmaker Jia Zhangke will next direct “Mamma Dunhuang,” reteaming with French production and sales banner MK2 Films.
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