Mr Wang Ping spoke to a group of years 11 and 12 ATAR media students about the Chinese film industry.
Media specialist teacher Bernard Hart said the visit was a wonderful occasion.
“Mr Wang spoke from the heart and he viewed a Year 11 production and gave good feedback on it,” Mr Hart said.
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“We are keen to build further relationships with Mr Wang and his film studio.”
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Year 11 media student Rhys Rogers played a short film he made about his family’s recent trip to Tokyo.
Mr Wang commented on its technical style and aesthetics and said it was a fantastic effort.
Also visiting the school was Screenwest chief executive officer Ian Booth, who was keen to strengthen ties between WA and Chinese film companies.