3.9.2012 - News [Roast Pork Sliced From A Rusty Cleaver] (飲水思源)

CRI:  "Yang Gui Fei" Changes Director
The film production team of "Yang Gui Fei" has fired South Korean director Kwak Jae-yong.

FBA: Yang Gui Fei and Kwak agree to separate

CF: "Disappeared Bullets" in Post-production Stages
Set in the Zhoupu Arsenal, based in Shanghai during the period of the Republic of China, "Disappeared Bullets" tells the tale of a series of murder cases caused by 'ghost bullets'.

CF: 'Full Circle' to be Screened on Mother's Day
"Full Circle," the latest production of Zhang Yang, who is regarded as a member of the sixth generation of Chinese directors, is slated for release on Mother's Day (May 8).

To support their old friends, award-winning actresses Siqin Gaowa and Xu Fan and actors Chen Kun and Liao Fan also appear in cameo roles in the movie.


CF: HK and Mainland Premiere of 'Nightfall'
CF: Mainland BO Chart in the 9th Week 2012
On the local film side, "Love" contributed $1.61 million in box office tickets this week to its total $20.55 million through 21 days in release. Its expected mainland gross should top $24 million. Staring Richie Ren and Tengger, "Tales of Two Cities" grossed $1.48 million in this week. "Fengkuang De Chunzei" ("Crazy Stupid Thief") the latest entry of "Fengkuang" franchise, came in third on the domestic films chart this week with$1.34 million. "I Do"made a disappointing $0.81 million this week. Its predicted to cross $12.69 million in the next week.

CNA: Stephen Chow's company in contract tussle with "Kung Fu Hustle" star

Stephen Chow's "Kung Fu Hustle" co-star Bruce Leung recently lashed out at Chow's film company Star Overseas over a contractual dispute.

Eva Huang [Shengyi], who worked with Chow in 2004's "Kung Fu Hustle", left Star Overseas after an unhappy legal tussle over contractual issues, as did Kitty Zhang [Yuqi], who starred alongside Chow in his 2008 film "CJ7".

MSN: Jacklyn Wu returns to Taiwan for father’s funeral

A1: Andy Lau eyeing Malaysian PR?

Andy Lau is said to be interested in holding permanent resident status in Malaysia for the sake of his baby girl

Vintage Rosamund Kwan

(from Elven Ho's weibo)

10.10.2011 - News [Roast Pork Sliced From A Rusty Cleaver] (飲水思源)

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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?

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WSJ: How Martial Arts and Special Effects Mix
Tony Ching Siu-tung’s ‘The Sorcerer and the White Snake’ Drops Kung Fu Into Dream-Like Settings

FBA:  Kwak details sassy concubine film

The cast of Kwak Jae-yong's Yang Gui Fei was announced on the sidelines of the Busan International Film Festival today.

Yang Gui Fei press conference photos

Fan Bingbing

Wang Leehom (Shoe styling by Andy Lau?)

Kwak Jae-yong

Fan Bingbing presented gifts

Kwak Jae-yong, On Joo-Wan, Fan Bingbing, Wang Leehom

(Sina-gallery), 2, 3, (Sina-slideshow)

Happy belated 32nd birthday to Gao Yuanyuan (Oct.5)

TaipeiTimes: Pop Stop
According to the Apple Daily, she [Shu Qi] received the news on the phone from a gossip reporter, who greeted her by saying “Congratulations.” “What for?” she asked tartly. “I haven’t gotten married and I’m not pregnant.”
When the reporter broke the news of her nomination, she broke down in tears, and thanked director Andrew Lau. “I’m weeping bitter tears right now,” she said.

MSN: Did Leon Lai deny separation rumours to protect his assets?
CNA: Anita Mui's brother claims aunctioned jewellery was stolen from his sister
MSN: Christy Chung spotted with new man in Hong Kong
MSN: Hannah Quinlivan accepts Christianity for Jay Chou’s mum

THR: Asia Pays Tribute to Steve Jobs
China's microblogging site Weibo created a special page for tributes, which by late afternoon Thursday had received almost 36 million posts. "God wanted to use the iPhone 5, so he took Jobs back right after the iPhone 4S launch," one user posted. Weibo's parent company Sina.com made a separate commemoration page with articles and photos of the Apple founder. The country's largest online video site, Youku, created a 55-minute tribute to Jobs, comprised of his best presentations and speeches.

10.6.2011 - News [Roast Pork Sliced From A Rusty Cleaver] (飲水思源)

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THR:Hong Kong Auteur Yonfan Relishes His Role as Talent Scout
As head of the jury at the Busan International Film Festival New Currents competition, Yonfan is being asked to choose among the best new talents in Asia or elsewhere

FBA: You Are the Apple of My Eye

Likable but lightweight compendium of high-school romances, well cast and slickly packaged.

FBA: Headshot (Thailand/France) review

A part return to form by director Pen-ek Ratanaruang in an existential crime noir.

FBA: Taiwan govt blocks release of 1911

Huang Yi was hospitalized while in Hong Kong yesterday to promote her new film The Woman Knight of Mirror Lake. She was suffering from sudden stomach cramps and cold sweats pain. When Huang Yi tried to recover in break room with staff, her condition did not improve and she was sent to a hospital. Huang Yi was diagnosed with gastritis and given an injection and painkillers by doctors. Meanwhile, doctors recommended bed rest but as Woman Knight is her first starring film, Huang Yi hoped to continue working.

Already sick while getting made up

(Sina)

Fan Bingbing - Yang Guifei

Wang Leehom - Poet Li Bai

Fan Bingbing will play imperial consort Yang Guifei, one of the four legendary beauties of Ancient China, in Kwak Jae-Yong's same-titled "Yang Guifei". And Wang Leehom will play poet Li Bai in this China-Japan-South Korea co-production. The core of the story will be centered around war and palace intrigues. Fan Bingbing played the role once before in a 2007 TV series, Tang Paradise. Also, Antoine Fuqua is making another version concerning the romance between Yang Guifei and Tang Emperor Xuanzong. Fuqua had been trying to invite Zhang Ziyi and Chow Yun-Fat but he may make another film about Tupac Shakur first.
(Sina)

THR: Busan International Film Festival Gets an Extreme Makeover
Fan Bingbing walked the red carpet twice to open the Busan International Film Festival this evening, once with Wang Leehom for Yang Guifei and, again, with the cast of her South Korean film, My Way.

My Way Director Kang Je-kyu and Fan Bingbing

Fan Bingbing, Joe Odagiri

Kang Je-kyu, Fan Bingbing, Joe Odagiri, Jang Dong-gun 

(Sina)

Also from the BIFF

Shi Nansun and Tsui Hark

Accepting the Asian Filmmaker of the Year Award

Jury head Yonfan and jury member Jiang Wenli on the red carpet

(Sina), 2, 3, 4

 Oh In-Hae (Oh In-Hye) (Wu Renhui - Most Photogenic?

 

(Sina),  2

 (Sina-slideshow)

MSN: Tony Leung’s night out with two women
MSN: Christy Chung’s sudden weight gain