从东方好莱坞到左翼电影摇篮，一代代电影人为何来到上海

Core Insights - The exhibition "To Shanghai" commemorates the 120th anniversary of Chinese cinema, showcasing 761 valuable exhibits and three main exhibition areas, marking the largest and most comprehensive exhibition since the Shanghai Film Museum opened [1] - The exhibition aims to explore why filmmakers have historically flocked to Shanghai and the numerous classics created there over the past 120 years [1] Group 1: Historical Context - The first film screening in China occurred on May 22, 1897, in Shanghai, marking the beginning of the city's relationship with cinema [1] - By the 1930s, Shanghai had established itself as a major film hub with three centers: a business center in Huangpu, a consumer center in Hongkou, and a production center in Xujiahui [2] - The exhibition highlights the vibrant film culture in Shanghai, with over 30 film production companies operating in Xujiahui and 32 cinemas in Hongkou, which accounted for more than half of Shanghai's cinemas at the time [2][3] Group 2: Creative Peaks - The second part of the exhibition, "Sea of Chinese Chapters," outlines five creative peaks in Shanghai's film history, emphasizing the contributions of filmmakers from various regions [6] - The establishment of the "Party's Film Group" in 1933 marked a significant milestone, leading to the creation of influential leftist films such as "The Sons and Daughters of the Storm" and "The Goddess" [6] - Post-World War II, the realism genre peaked with films like "A River of Spring Water Flows East," which attracted over 700,000 viewers and became a box office success [8] Group 3: Cultural Integration - The exhibition concludes by illustrating how cinema has integrated into the fabric of Shanghai life, showcasing the city's achievements in film production, festivals, and cultural consumption [9] - The Shanghai International Film Festival, as the only A-class international film festival in China, serves as a window to the city's cinematic vitality, with historical signatures from filmmakers displayed [11] - A specially designed "Shanghai Film Map" connects filmmakers' residences, classic filming locations, and unique cinemas, creating a cultural route for film enthusiasts [11]