2.13.2012 - News [Roast Pork Sliced From A Rusty Cleaver] (飲水思源)

CRI: Cast Members Promote Movie "LOVE" in Beijing

Zhao Wei, Shu Qi

(Sina), 2

CF: Poster of "Dangerous Liaisons" Released at BIFF
Zhang Ziyi, Cecilia Cheung Jang Dong-gun costar

CF: Interview: Restoring "The Monkey King", (FBA)

CF: "Nightfall" to Hit Mainland Silver Screens on Mar. 15
Starring award-winning actors Simon Yam and Nick Cheung, the film weaves violence, suspense, and true love tightly together. In the film, the crazy cop (portrayed by Yam) tracks down the newly-released prisoner (portrayed by Cheung), who wants to seek revenge.

FBA: My Way review

Unengaging, nationalist war epic, devoid of genuine emotion or real characters

Lin Chi-ling plays a mysterious woman in "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains", now shooting in Beijing. Photos taken during a media set visit at a hospital garage dressed as a nightclub. Andy Lau drives an Audi R8 for the scene. (Feb.11)

Andy Lu

(Netease), (Sina), 2, More

At recent appearance in Chengdu, Lin Chi-ling's face appeared swollen leading to the usual speculations about plastic surgery. Lin blamed it on eating too many snacks and spicy Sichuan food.

(Sohu), (Sina)

Connie Chan promoting Hong Kong Film Archives "100 Must See Hong Films" in Yau Ma Tai's Broadway Cinematheque

(Sina), 2

MSN: Jacky Cheung offers Andy Lau parenting tips

12.14.2011 - News [Roast Pork Sliced From A Rusty Cleaver] (飲水思源)

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TimeOutHK: Magic to Win review

Raymond Wong's little inside joke

CF: Film "My Way" Promoted in Seoul

Fan Bingbing and South Korean actor Jang Dong-gun attend a press conference to promote the film "My Way" in Seoul, capital of South Korea, Dec. 13, 2011.

Fan Bingbing

In October, Huo Siyan wore the same dress to the Beijing Sleepwalker 3D premiere

Fan Bingbing, Jang Dong-gun at the premiere

  (cri-gallery), 2, 3, 4

CF: Still Shots of "Flying Swords of the Dragon Gate 3D" Released
The makers of the upcoming martial arts blockbuster, "Flying Swords of the Dragon Gate 3D", recently released a collection of still shots featuring the leading roles in the film.


And in-the-news Viann Zhang Xinyu attended the Beijing premiere of "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate 3D". She plays a concubine in the film.

Li Yuchun, Chen Kun, Viann Zhang Xinyu

(Sina)

On to Guangzhou, Dec. 13

Chen Kun, Guei Lun-Mei

Sweet smile says the capion. Who's to disagree?

(Sina-gallery)

Close up look at a masked Louis Fan Siu-Wong 

Li Yuchun

Zhou Xun

(Sina), 2, 3, 4

Ni Ni in black and white at the Beijing premiere of "The Flowers of War"

(Sina)

 CF: "City of Life and Death": Best Foreign Language Film in LA

CRI: Book Marks the Making of 'Flowers of War'

A press conference has been held in Beijing to promote the publishing of a book entitled "The Days We Have Together", which consists of articles written by 91 members of the production team behind Zhang Yimou's film "The Flowers of War". [In English, I've read elsewhere.]
CRI: China Offers Its Own Digital IMAX System, DMAX

Twins will party down Christmas Eve at Harbour City for the Hong Kong Leukemia Foundation

They'll be singing and dancing to countdown to Christmas (Sina)

NPR: And You Thought The Tiger Mother Was Tough
Wolf Dad, as he's been nicknamed, wrote a book that was originally titled Beat Them Into Peking University. It was later changed to the not-quite-as-catchy So, Brothers and Sisters of Peking University.

SGYahoo: Gigi Lai is worth HK$4mil, for comeback

MSN: Aarif Lee’s driving license suspended

Aarif appeared calm during the trial, although he fumbled through his answers when he was questioned in court.

MSN: Ron Ng’s after-party lies exposed

Viann Zhang Xinyu (Source)

MSN: Xiao Bin Bin ties the knot in a lavish banquet

His two adorable sons, Xiao Xiao Bin and Mini Bin, doubled up as page boys and the family of four made their grand appearance on the red carpet together.

Faye Wong in Chengdu (Dec.9)

(Sina-slideshow)

See ewaffle's: Faye Wong concert in Chengdu

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FBA: Sweet Journey revew
Modest but interesting road movie centred on two rural kids on the cusp of New China.

Shot in 2009 but only released in spring 2011 — when it ended up being released the same day as director YAN Ran's second feature, mine disaster movie Together.

CF: Horror Movie 'Harpoon' to be Released

The pictures featured lots of nudity and adult content. Some people even questioned whether the movie can survive the strict movie censorship of the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television (SARFT).

CF: 'A Big Deal' Premieres in Beijing

CF: 'A Simple Life' Sweeps Golden Horses Awards
SGYahoo: Andy Lau snatches Best Actor award
When receiving the trophy, he jokingly said, "I told you. I always pay money to get the Best Leading Actor award."

Ann Hui (Sina), 2, 3

Deanie Ip returns to Hong Kong

  (Sina)

‘My Way’ documents Korean soldier in the Battle of Normandy
The film has drawn attention for both its storyline and record-setting budget

CF: New Stills for "Flying Swords of the Dragon Gate 3D" Released

CF: Exhibitors Make Peace with Flowers
Minimum ticket prices for blockbusters at issue.
Producers of TSUI Hark's 3-D action fantasy Flying Swords of Dragon Gate, who have moved its release two days forward to open head-to-head with Flowers, have themselves asked cinemas in China to return a minimum of RMB35 ($5.50) per admission, a precedent set by local blockbuster Aftershock.

Chow Yun-Fat in costume as Cao Cao for "Bronze Temple Terrace"

(Sina)

Michelle Yeoh considers herself lucky

I don't even recognize you anymore!

MSN: Ricky Hui laid to rest
When he was alive, he had made known his desire to have a low-key funeral. Yesterday's simple and solemn ceremony stayed true to his wishes.

A Side, B Side
DivaAsia: Actress Rose Chan's molest claim just a publicity stunt?, 2
Here's a nice chronology of events leading up to the "Devil Kiss, Wolf Claw" incident" with Rose Chan, Benny Chan and Joe Ma. It includes an interview with Rose Chan.
SGYahoo: Rose Chan didn't mind getting groped
SGYahoo: Joe Ma is innocent
"Rose had said then that Joe pulled her closer because he wanted to comfort her... but his hand did not touch any sensitive part of her body."
Master Sin had failed to receive an answer from Rose as to why she went for karaoke with the men.
"Girls should always maintain her distance even if they know the person well."
"I slapped her and called her stupid but I only did that because I care about her. I still haven't apologised to her." he said.
A1:Kiss 'n' don't tell pics catch the smooch seen around the world Also, Selina, Cammi, Edison
Meanwhile, Taiwan celebrity sisters Barbie and Dee Hsu are facing a Sina Weibo micro blog backlash, after pictures of them as young girls were widely retweeted.
Both of the stars are Weibo VIPs and have huge followings, but would have been uncomfortable answering the questions that popped up suggesting Barbie used to have single eyelids, a shorter chin and chubby cheeks.

A1: Andy Lau will soon be a dad CNA

Lau, 49, made the announcement in his website on Monday at 1.50am,

During the Golden Horse Film Awards, Lau glared at host Eric Tsang when Tsang asked him if he "even knows how to make babies", referring to how there has been no happy news yet even though he and Chu have been together for decades.

MSN: Jay Chou to spend Christmas with Hannah Quinlivan?

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THR: China-Korea-Japan Ready 'Yang Gui Fei' for November Shoot
Yang Gui Fei tells the story of a Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD) imperial consort who was the favorite of the Emperor Xuanzong. Despite her legendary beauty and relationship with the emperor, she was ultimately killed by the emperor's guards after her family was blamed for a rebellion against the monarch.

THR: Asian Filmmaker of the Year: Tsui Hark
Filmmaker Tsui Hark expects bright future for 3D movies
CNA: Asia's movie makers embrace 3D revolution
A 3D horror movie set in a public toilet block is part of a revolution underway in the Asian film industry as low-budget 3D productions take on the big studios at their own game.
CF: "Starry Starry Night" Releases Six Hand Painted Posters by Jimmy
THR: Lin Pins Hopes on 'Starry Night'

CF: "Inseparable" Premieres at the Busan International Film Festival
"Inseparable" tells the tale of the things that happened between two men after their encounter, one is a mysterious American guy played by Kevin Spacey, and the other is a young engineer played by Daniel Wu, who has troubles both in his life and career. After experiencing constant accidents and intense danger, they both embark upon a totally unexpected journey which threatens to spiral out of their control.

WSJ: Spacey’s ‘Inseparable’ Opens at Busan

THR: Inseparable' Culture Clash Story Stars Kevin Spacey
Diverse background of director Dayyan Eng leads to a first in the Chinese film sector.

Eng has two upcoming projects set for 2012: a heist gone wrong film that will likely shoot in Hong Kong next spring, backed by China Film Group and a Hong Kong partner. The other is the birth of his first child, due in January.

CF: Trailer out for 'White Vengeance''

CF: 'Let the Bullets Fly 3' Postponed for Jiang Wen's New Project

Actress Fan Bingbing glitters in Busan
"My Way" centers around two men set in the Battle of Normandy during World War II. Even though it's a war film, the movie mainly portrays a drama of true humanity that transcends border and nationality.
Fan plays a Chinese woman with astonishing sniper skills, who seeks revenge for the Japanese army's murder of her family.

THR: Korean WWII Film Promises Big Action, Bigger Drama
“We aimed to provide visual effects that haven’t been seen before in a war movie, but My Way is essentially a dramaa bout humanist values,” said director Kang Je-kyu, who ends a seven-year hiatus since helming Taegukgi, a Korean War flick that became one of the highest-grossing films in local box office history.

The new film has been making headlines for bringing together three of Asia’s hottest superstars, including Jang, Odagiri and Chinese actress Fan Bingbing.

The film is slated to open in Korea in December and in Japan on Jan. 14, 2012. Discussions are underway for distribution dates in China and the United States, which are expected to fall sometime around mid-January next year.

Fan Bingbing at the Busan press conference for My Way

Jang Dong-gun, Fan Bingbing, Joe Odagiri and, presumably, their translators

(Sina-slideshow)

CF: Actress Fan Joins Li Yu's "Double Exposure"

The film tells a story about a couple of childhood sweethearts who are involved in two uninvestigated yet questionable murders.

Fan Bingbing, Li Yu

Kong Wei

(Sina), 2, 3

Laughing Gor - I'm back

Francis Ng - I'm bad

Turning Point Extreme, a new Laughing Gor film based on the TVB series Lives of Omission,  is set to begin shooting on October 20. The cast includes Michael Tse, Bosco Wong, Kate Tsui, Francis Ng and MC Jin. Francis Ng will play the villain. Fala Chen will not return, the female lead will be Rebecca Zhu, Miss Hong Kong 2011.(Sina)

Lost in Panic Cruise poster

The film is the follow up to Lost in Panic Room, also starring Alec Su. 

Based on positive response to a preview in Hong Kong, Barbara Wong's The Allure of Tears, besides a Mainland release, now will also open in Taiwan, Hong Kong, UK, Thailand, Malaysia and Australia on December 24. (Sina)

Tentative Lunar Holiday schedule (Mainland) released, a partial listing: White Vengeance (Nov.24), Happy Magic (Dec.1), The Flowers of War (Dec.16), The Flying Swords of Dragon Gate (Dec.18), The Grandmasters (Dec.22), The Allure of Tears (Dec.24).

(Sina)

Gigi Leung's other wedding day dress, a traditional cheongsam in Spanish colors

MSN: Photos from Karen Mok’s bachelorette party revealed

Karen Mok married Woody Harrelson?