Several film festivals are taking place or have been announced, including the Karlovy Vary festival with its 'At Your Cinema' program and the Taipei Film Festival. The lineups and details of various other festivals, such as the Queer East Festival, Hong Kong Film Festival, and Raindance Film Festival, have also been reported. Additionally, some outlets are discussing the careers of filmmakers and industry trends, including a Taiwanese filmmaker's background as a pro gamer.