Edinburgh Napier University

  Innovation through Convergence: Technology, Art, and Commerce in the Global Film Industry explores the intersection of technology, art, and commerce in global cinema, focusing on developments in 2023. The book provides insights into the growth of the film industry across various regions.
Xingzhen Niu opens with a broad analysis of the global film industry's development, while Qiao Li examines China's international influence and market performance. The book also covers the film industries of Japan and South Korea, offering a comparative view of their regional and global standing in 2022–2023.
Further chapters explore North American cinema, the role of film festivals in urban development in China, and the transformation of Qingdao as a UNESCO City of Film. Il Seon Eo offers insights into South Korea's 2024 film outlook, while Lisa Nawrocki analyses the evolving role of German cinema in the global film industry. Through these diverse perspectives, the book underscores how innovation and convergence are reshaping the future of cinema.