Guan Jizhen: LED Displays Empower Digital Film Technology Innovation, Driving the Film Industry into a New Era of Digitalization

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On 02/20/2025

Reporter: Wang Xiaolei
On October 11th, the grand opening of the Zhongguang & Lopu LED Film Park and the 8th Digital Film New Technology Forum in Nanjing was held with great significance. Guan Jizhen, Chairman of the LED Display Application Branch of the China Optics and Optoelectronics Manufacturers Association, was invited to attend the event and delivered a speech. In his address, Chairman Guan emphasized the innovative integration of the LED display industry with the film industry, highlighting how new technologies are driving the film industry into a new era of digitalization. Below is the content of his speech: Guan Jizhen’s Speech:Distinguished guests, ladies, and gentlemen, Hello everyone! I am very pleased to be invited to attend the grand opening of the Zhongguang & Lopu LED Film Park and the “8th Digital Film New Technology Forum.” In this golden autumn season, we gather here in the ancient city of Nanjing to witness the opening of the Zhongguang & Lopu LED Film Park, appreciate the innovative achievements in the integration of science and technology with the arts in the film and media fields, and discuss and explore new technologies and models in the digital age of film and media. This event is of great significance for both the film and media industry and the LED display application industry.

On behalf of the LED Display Application Branch of the China Optics and Optoelectronics Manufacturers Association, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the opening of the Zhongguang & Lopu LED Film Park and the 8th Digital Film New Technology Forum. I would also like to express my sincere respect to all the guests present and my heartfelt thanks to all friends who care about the LED industry.

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A New Era Driven by Technology: The Digital Transformation of Film

Friends, we are living in an era where new technologies are empowering and driving the transformation of traditional industries. In recent years, the rapid development and widespread application of next-generation information technologies, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, big data, and virtual reality, have not only provided new technological drivers for various industries but have also given birth to entirely new operating and service models.

As a visual and auditory art with a broad audience base, the film industry faces tremendous changes, challenges, and opportunities in the digital age. Digital film technology has ushered in a new era for cinema. On the one hand, revolutionary changes have occurred in film shooting and production technologies. The integration of LED display technology with emerging digital technologies such as XR (Extended Reality) and VP (Virtual Production) has transformed the production process, reshaping both the workflow and industry landscape. On the other hand, film creation and distribution models have undergone fundamental changes. The deep application of technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data has greatly expanded the creative content and possibilities of film works. Digital optoelectronic systems centered around LED displays provide audiences with entirely new immersive and interactive experiences, creating a new model for film distribution and operations.

Experiencing the Fusion of Digital Film and LED Technology

During this event, many experts from the film and LED industries had the opportunity to observe the LED film screens at the film park, experiencing firsthand the technical effects and artistic charm created by the fusion of digital film and LED displays. The event also facilitated in-depth discussions about the application and development of new technologies in digital film and LED displays.

As a long-time practitioner in the LED industry, I am very concerned about the technological innovation and application development of LED products in emerging industries. I am pleased to see that the digital development of the film industry has provided significant space for the innovation and market expansion of LED products. Additionally, the collaboration between the LED industry and the film industry has led to the creation of new models for cinema and media operations.

LED Displays Support the Digital Transformation of Film

From the opening of the Zhongguang & Lopu LED Film Park to the discussions at this forum, I have deeply realized that LED product technology is being deeply integrated with the film industry, providing critical support for the digital transformation of the industry. LED display systems have become indispensable core tools in film creation, production, and distribution. Currently, more than ten LED display companies in China have obtained DCI (Digital Cinema Initiatives) certification. Chinese LED display enterprises are continuously innovating in areas such as perforated film screens, spherical screens, XR+VP hybrid ultra-high-definition production, and 3D displays, becoming key suppliers of optoelectronic display systems for LED film screens, film and media, and the cultural tourism industries worldwide.

Lopu: A Leading Innovator in LED Cinema Technology

Lopu, a distinguished company in the LED display application industry in China, has a long development history, strong technical strength, and outstanding innovation capability. Since the 1990s, Lopu has focused on the development and market promotion of LED display products, becoming a leading company in the Chinese LED display application industry. In recent years, Lopu has focused on the application needs of the digital development of the film industry, conducting in-depth technical research and development on LED film screens and spherical dome display systems. The company has developed unique and innovative products such as flying cinemas, planetarium dome screens, special effects cinemas, and many other products, undertaking and implementing a series of influential and iconic projects both domestically and internationally. The release of the world’s first fully perforated LED film screen further demonstrates Lopu’s strength.

Lop is not only a traditional LED display company but has also become an important innovator in the field of digital film technology. We hope and wish that Lop continues to make greater contributions to the integration and innovation of LED display technology and digital film technology in China.

The Future of Cross-Industry Integration and Collaborative Innovation

Cross-industry integration and collaborative innovation are the major trends for future development. I believe that the integration of the film industry with the LED display industry will continue to deepen, with vast prospects ahead. The LED Display Application Industry Association will strive to promote the continuous innovation and improvement of LED display application technologies, persistently advance technological innovation and industrial integration, and actively provide technical support for the applications and markets of emerging industries.