Spanish filmmaker Albert Serra and Chinese auteur Bi Gan met for the first time last month in Paris, according to a report from the Shanghai International Film & TV Market. The two directors later sat down together at the market to discuss adaptation and artificial intelligence, as reported by Variety on June 22, 2026.
Serra, known for films like 'Pacifiction' and 'The Death of Louis XIV,' and Bi Gan, director of 'Long Day's Journey Into Night' and 'Kaili Blues,' explored the intersection of literature and cinema. They argued about literary adaptations and the role of AI in filmmaking, with Serra noting that AI lacks innocence in creative processes.
The conversation, which took place at the Shanghai International Film & TV Market, highlighted their shared interest in experimental storytelling. Both directors have been praised for their unique visual styles and narrative approaches.
No further details about their specific arguments or conclusions were available from verified sources. The meeting marks a rare public dialogue between two prominent figures in world cinema.
