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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

4.19.2011 - News

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THR: '3D Sex and Zen' Beats Out 'Avatar' for One-Day Hong Kong Record
Producers had set aside “lady’s house” women-only screenings of the film on two screens, which proved popular as well and were sold out.
WSJ: ’3-D Sex and Zen’ Tops Weekend Box Office
The soft-porn movie “3-D Sex and Zen: Extreme Ecstasy” pulled in 13.1 million Hong Kong dollars (US$1.7 million) on its opening weekend in Hong Kong, topping the box-office chart for the four-day period ending Sunday, according to the local Motion Picture Industry Association.
"3D Sex" sells!

Auds get an eyeful of flesh, served with sadistic, spasmodic laughs, in "3D Sex and Zen: Extreme Ecstasy," an attempt to revive the 1990s Hong Kong softcore-comedy franchise.

A rollicking homage to Hong Kong kung fu movies in the 1970s, Andy Lau's Gallants was the dark horse of the night, scooping Best Film, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress and Best Original Film Score.

[Carina] Lau, wife to Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, has had six such nominations over the past 22 years. Though her performance in Detective Dee is generally regarded as not as convincing as her past roles, she beat fellow contenders Miriam Yeung, Fiona Sit, Tang Wei, and Josie Ho, daughter of Macau casino magnate Stanley Ho.

"Counting acting alone, I would choose Yeung or Sit," critics Wei revealed to the Global Times, "but Lau has too many failed experiences and the judges felt they owed her the award. She won due to her long professional career and tradition-respecting in the Hong Kong film circle."

Ed's Favorite Hong Kong actresses gives his take on the actresses and their dresses seen on the red carpet at the HKFA awards on Sunday night.
MSN: Carina Lau crowned Best Actress after 25 years

Best Actor, 1994 for The Untold Story
After receiving the award, Anthony Wong was distressed over receiving nothing but offers for trashy roles, so he threw the trophy into the trash but his mother later retrieved it. (Xinhua)


THR: 'Love Letter' Director to Head New Talent Jury at Shanghai Int'l FIlm Fest
Shunji Iwai is best known in China for his 1995 teen romance film. (CF)
FBA: Beijing Screenings highlights trends

CF: Latest Photos of "The Founding of a Party"
The production company of "The Founding of a Party" released new photos featured Chen Kun as Zhou Enlai, Chang Chen as Chiang Kai-shek, Yu Shaoqun as Mei Lanfang and Ma Shaohua as Sun Yat-sen.

CF: Poster Out for Thriller "Case Sensitive"
The film is a Sino-American co-production, with American director Gil Kofman taking the helm.
It revolves around Luo Xiaoni, played by Ady Ang, a web celebrity who pretends to be kidnapped to gain more exposure.
Gu Changwei enrolled three famous directors for surprise guest roles in his new film Till Death Do Us Part/Life is a Miracle which opens in May.
Feng Xiaogang
Lu Chuan
Gu Changwei, Jiang Wen
Pu Cunxin, Feng Xiaogang

(Sina)

Jiang Wu

War of Words: Jiang Wu in dispute with Warring States director Jin Chen, had his scene deleted. Jin Chen charged that of a 30 day contract, Jiang Wu only showed up for 7 days at a time. Jiang Wu responded that he completed his required shots and will leave for the audience to judge. Jin Chen said some of the dross can be deleted and that if he deleted the essence of the film and left the dross in, it would foolish [oh, snap]. Jiang Wu, for his part, said that the shoot was chaotic and the script changed 5 times. Jin Chen said that Jiang Wu's schedule broken into 5 visits to the set disrupted the other actors and because Jiang was absent some of his scenes could not be shot. (Sina), 2, 3


Gong Xinliang plays the Demon Green Snake in A Chinese Fairy Tale


(Sina)

CRI: Karen Mok Stars in Micro Movie
Filming is currently on the way on the famed US Route 66, which is known as the shooting location of many road films.
Its prequel, 90-second-long micro movie, "Explosive," featuring Daniel Wu, was released at the end of last year.


MSN: Is Barbie Hsu pregnant?
The Taiwanese actress left a message on her microblog, saying that “something good” has happened


Change of plans for Late Autumn actor

The airline has ordered its 23 new cabin crew to master wing chun -- a form of kung fu practiced by martial arts legends Bruce Lee and Ip Man -- which is characterized by sharp movements and close-range combat.

Origins of Jin Ping Mei discovered? [Jing Ping Mei is the inspirational source of many a Cat. III HK films]
The Forbidden Legend: Sex & Chopsticks (2008)

And have you heard of this model called Mavis Pan Shuang Shuang?
Chinese model hits celebrity status after photos leak

Thursday, April 14, 2011

4.14.2011 - News

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THR: Bieber Entertainment Enterprises Purchases Screen Rights to 'Chinese General'
Two competing Two-Gun Cohen films in the works.
Last month, director Doug Liman and producers Rob Reiner and Alan Greisman joined forces with Beijing Galloping Horse Film & TV Production to produce a competing drama about Two-Gun Cohen
FBA: Second project shoots at Two Gun Cohen
"The Chinese General tells the dramatic and exciting story of how Morris Cohen's career became interwoven in the lives of the most important players in the formation of modern-day China," said Bieber and Duband. Cohen was also a close, trusted friend and protector of Sun's wife Soong Ching Ling.

Variety: The Dragon Pearl review
An admirable attempt to blend Western blockbuster tropes with Chinese motifs, "The Dragon Pearl" lacks fire but is respectful enough not to camp it up despite its broad tone.


Let us begin with Vonnie Lui’s breasts: they are impressively huge, in 3D, and honoured with the kind of extreme close-up shot that was never offered the face of the semi-famous model/actress.
As hard as this might be to believe, sex is often best experienced in person. That, however, isn’t exactly stopping any Hongkonger from downloading Japanese porn, at will.
Hayama was shocked when he checked out 1991’s Sex and Zen as part of his professional due diligence.
After I watched the DVD, I thought to myself: I must say no [to the offer]!” he says, alternating between a boyish grin and embarrassed chuckle. “This is not a love story at all!” He exclaims. “This is totally a porno!”
CNNGo: Hiro Hayama: 'I should have asked for more money'
You have to shave first, but the hair grows back within two days and it still hurts when you pull the tape off. In the end I just pulled the hairs out. It was so painful.
THR: No 'Sex' for Imax, but '3D Zen' Film Eyes Sequel
The producers were eager to launch the 3D romp in Imax theatres when the film began production, but after a long negotiation, they found that it was not meant to be. “Imax has rejected our film because of the subject matter and content,” Shiu Jr. said, “but for our premiere in Taiwan, we will show the film in an Imax 3D theatre using their 3D screening equipment.”
Leni Lan Yan

Suo Yukiko

Vonnie Lui Hoi-Yan, Taiwan premiere (Apr.13) (Sina), 2

FBA: Ecstasy enjoys explosive launch in HK, Taiwan
SG: "3D Sex" finally opens
AFP: 'World's first 3D porn film' opens in Hong Kong
College student Yan Shek, 21, was also among the first to see the movie in a morning screening. The 113-minute film has been rated Category III in Hong Kong, which bars anyone under 18 from watching it.
"We are very curious," she said. "It is the first time to see an X-rated film in the cinema. It should be very interesting."
Excited fan, Hong Kong
Leni Lan Yan, Jason Yiu Luk-Ming (Sina)



CF: "Rest On Your Shoulder" Promotes in Beijing
CF: 13 Female Leads' Images of "Nanjing Heroes"

CF: Kwon Sang Woo Ready for Chinese Romantic Film
South Korean actor Kwon Sang Woo will join hands with Hong Kong actress Cecilia Cheung for a Chinese romantic film, "All About Love"("Zai Shuo Yi Ci Wo Ai Ni"), according to Yonhap News Agency. Cecilia is reportedly being paid 10 million yuan for her role. (Xinhua)
CF: "Bladesman" Releases New Poster

Zhang Yuan has been quietly shooting a sequel to his Beijing Bastards, tentatively called "Youth". The cast includes hot young actors, Duan Bowen (Law of Attraction), Lin Xinyun (Little Red Flowers, Dada's Dance) and Lu Yu-Lai (Peacock).
Zhang Yuan (Sina)

The Warring States is no longer The Warring States (Sina)
The article from Chengdu notes: 1. Director Jin Chen, on the subversion of the classic Sun Bin (Sun Honglei), he says that there are only 180 words in the history book about Sun Bin, the rest is only speculation. Sun Bin was not a perfect person. Jin Chen decided that Sun Bin in real life was a silly character. 2. Sun Honglei's portrayal has been accused of imitation Ge You in Let the Bullets Fly. Thus, his previous remarks about admitting to his poor performance. Sun Honglei has been suffering from kidney stones during the publicity tour for the film. 3. Francis Ng was asked why all his 'northern' i.e., mainland, films are lousy. Ng countered, did you think Wind Blast was bad? Maybe the choice of directors and cast did not meet the audience expectations. He only admits a horror movie was really bad. He dares not make anymore horror films. 4. 22 year-old Jing Tian's prominence has viewers saying the film should be called "Jing Tian and The Story of Three Men". It is suggested that her boyfriend, the son of a wealthy coal mine owner in Shanxi, has pressured the producers to highlight the actress. Jing Tian admitted as much saying she was unaware of it and apologized to the three male leads. However, she cleverly noted that actor Yu Shaoqun was an unknown among stars in Mei Lanfang/Forever Enthralled.
In addition, yesterday, rumours said that Sun Honglei and Francis Ng were given a 12 and 6 million yuan acting fee, respectively, by the boyfriend. (Sina)

New interpretations of a classic story
Sun Honglei (Sina)

Francis Ng, Sun Honglei and Jing Tian taped an appearance on the popular Hunan TV program Happy Camp earlier this month.



(Sina)


Peter Chan is rushing to complete post-production in time for the Cannes Film Festival. Presenting it at Cannes leaves him two months less to work on the final cut. The rough cut has been finished but special effects, sound, etc is still incomplete. 

Donnie Yen - Hidden
Tang Wei - Warm
Takeshi Kaneshiro - Secretive

Jimmy Wang Yu - Kill (Sina)



Liu Yifei

Louis Koo

The release of A Chinese Fairy Tale has been moved up 4 days to April 19. This announcement was made after the April 13 premiere in Beijing. Louis Koo's rendition of the song "Dao" was recorded but ultimately deleted. (Sina), 2
CF:"A Chinese Fairy Tale" to Hit Screen on Apr 22

Stills from The Detective 2 featuring Patrick Tam Yiu-Ming


Patrick Tam, Liu Kai-Chi


Shu Qi with Liu Ye's son
Shu Qi went out to celebrate in Beijing after the premiere press conference for A Beautiful Life. Shu Qi's birthday is April 16th so it was thought to be an early birthday party, too. Andrew Lau, Liu Ye and his wife, Ding Sheng, Tian Liang, Shawn Yue and others also attended.
Andrew Lau, Liu Ye and wife Anais Martane, Qin Hong (Stellar Media Group CEO)
 (Sina), (Sina-gallery)

Yoyo Mung and Ekin Cheng in Europe. 

The article notes Yoyo's double chin but Ekin's not looking too sharp himself. Media speculation has Yoyo and Ekin getting secretly married. 
Earlier this month, they celebrated Andrew Lau's 51st birthday
(Xinhua-gallery), 2


CNNGo: Edison Chen: 'I want to succeed'
MSN: Raymond Lam pleads for Pan Shuang Shuang to stop
"Mavis Pan should back off!"
Tavia Yeung Yi has joined the Mavis Pan Shuang Shuang-bashing, as the ugly drama of her photo sex scandal with Raymond escalates.
Online buzz indicate that the Raymond-Mavis saga has overshadowed Isabella Leong and Richard Li's split under intense public scrutiny, not to mention the 30th Hong Kong Film Awards(HKFA) which will take place this Sunday, 17 April 2011.MSN: Charmaine Sheh rumoured to sign contract with Huayi Brothers
CNA: Taiwan b-list actress blows whistle on prostitution ring
According to a police officer, the authorities had discovered detailed records of the website's transactions during their raid.
The records showed that 'Zhang' had a clientèle of over 30,000 men and women, including some prominent figures in business, politics and the entertainment industry. (Sina)

Newlywed Kelly Lin is reportedly 3 months pregnant according to Taiwan media reports. The couple reportedly bought a love nest recently in Taiwan.

Chinese food comes to China?
Panda Express eyes the mainland Chinese market, but are local palates ready for American Chinese food
CNNGo: Why do Chinese hate kung pao chicken (and foreigners love it)?
A plate of cultural difference lies behind one of China's most popular dishes

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

4.12.2011 - News

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CRI: Li Yuchun in "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate"
Tsui Hark's 3D Wuxia film, "The Flying Swords of Dragon Gate", released new still photos featuring singer-actress Li Yuchun. 
Li Yuchun (Chris Lee)


(Apr.12) Alan Tam, Vivian Hsu and Vic Chou attend a press conference to promote a new film, Live* Fashion . Vivian awkwardly denied recent rumours that she was getting married soon. The film is directed by Yin Lichuan, who co-wrote the script for Love Under the Hawthorn Tree.
Director Yin Lichuan
Vivian Hsu looking like Elvira 

Alan Tam, Vivian Hsu, Vic Chou



A newcomer


It also has been reported that Leong will be the female lead in director Tsui Hark's new film project "Detective Dee: The Prequel."Hong Kong filmmakers are turning to romantic comedies for easier access to the mainland market.
FBA: Four Detectives reteam
Director Gordon Chan has been shooting his martial arts film "The Four Detective Guards"("Si Da Ming Bu") in Ningbo Xiangshan Motion Picture City for several days,Sina.com reports. [vide. Four Marshals] 
Jin Chen, Sun Honglei, Jing Tian, Kim Hee-Sun, Kiichi Nagai, Francis Ng
The Warring States officially launched today with an advance screening. (Sina)
"Not a traditional epic telling, more like a romance"
(Sina), 2

Cheung Tat-Ming

Guest Anthony Wong

Sandra Ng, Andy Lau
Cheung Tat-Ming will be taking his live show to the mainland, with stops including Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Cheung finished three consecutive shows in Hong Kong and plans to add new elements for the mainland shows. (Sina)
Jiang Xinxin is planning on making a mainland version of Young and Dangerous. He will direct and play the lead, Chan Ho-Nam (the Ekin Cheng character)
(Sina)



The world can now breathe a sigh of relief as porn actress Leni Lan Yan has been confirmed alive and well after 3 weeks of disappearance from the public eye.
Hong Kong singer and actress Gigi Leung has broken up with U.S. diplomat boyfriend Matthew Steven Dolbow after less than a year of dating.The Taiwanese actress and her husband had wanted to sue for the unauthorised recording of their weddingTired of having his family harassed by the media, actor Ronald Cheng has come out of the baby closet. 

Things are getting murkier in the Raymond Lam-Pan Shuang Shuang saga. Mavis Pan: "I was two-timed"The Hong Kong model is accused of breaking reporter’s camera (CNA)The actress is also rumoured to be pregnant with a third child (Sina-gallery)
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