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Mu Guiying
Mu Guiying (穆桂英) is a legendary heroine from ancient China's Northern Song Dynasty and a prominent figure in the ''Generals of the Yang Family'' legends. She is the wife of Yang Zongbao and mother of Yang Wenguang. Brave, resolute and loyal, Mu is the cultural symbol of a steadfast woman. Legends Mu Guiying practiced martial arts from a young age after her bandit father Mu Yu (穆羽) who ruled the Muke Fortress (穆柯寨). One day Yang Zongbao, the youngest warrior of the illustrious Yang clan, came to the fortress demanding the Dragon-Taming Wood (降龍木) on the order of his father, Marshall Yang Yanzhao. Mu refused so they fought in a duel which resulted in Yang Zongbao being captured. While Yang Zongbao refused to surrender and demanded death, Mu found herself attracted to her prisoner and boldly made a marriage proposal, which Yang Zongbao eventually accepted. After Yang Zongbao returned and reported the events, an infuriated Yang Yanzhao ordered the disgraced son ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Generals Of The Yang Family
''The Generals of the Yang Family'' is a collection of Chinese folklore, plays and novels on a military family from the earlier years of imperial China's Song Dynasty (960–1279). The stories recount the unflinching loyalty and the remarkable bravery of the Yangs as they sacrificed themselves to defend their country from foreign military powers, namely the Khitan-ruled Liao Dynasty (907–1125) and Tangut-ruled Western Xia (1038–1227). Spanning the century from 950 to 1050, the mostly fictional saga was based on the lives of historical characters Yang Ye (died 986), Yang Ye's son Yang Yanzhao ( 958–1014) and Yang Yanzhao's son Yang Wenguang (died 1074). As Yang Yanzhao was nicknamed "6th son" (六郎) in history, the stories made him Yang Ye's 6th eldest son. Also, as Yang Wenguang was close to 2 generations younger than his father, the stories made him Yang Yanzhao's grandson instead. Historical basis Historical background In 907, when the once-glorious Tang Dynasty o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The China Quarterly
''The China Quarterly'' (CQ) is a British double-blind peer-reviewed academic journal established in 1960 on contemporary China and Taiwan. It is considered the most important research journal about China in the world and is published by the Cambridge University Press. It covers anthropology, business, literature, the arts, economics, geography, history, international affairs, law, politics, and sociology. Each issue contains articles and research reports, and a book review section. ''The China Quarterly'' is owned by the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. Its editor-in-chief is Tim Pringle. History ''The China Quarterly'' began as an offshoot of '' Soviet Survey'', a journal published by the Congress for Cultural Freedom (CCF). In 1959, Walter Laqueur, the editor of ''Soviet Survey'', asked sinologist Roderick MacFarquhar to edit the new journal, the first issue of which was released in 1960. The publisher was transferred in 1968 from the CCF to the C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ning Jing
Ning Jing (; born April 27, 1972) is a Chinese actress and singer. She is best known for playing Milan in ''In the Heat of the Sun'' (1994), Danzhu in ''Red River Valley'' (1997), Angel in '' Lover's Grief over the Yellow River'' (1999) and Empress Dowager Xiaozhuang in the television series '' Xiaozhuang Epic'' (2003). Ning has received various accolades, including a Silver Shell for Best Actress, a Golden Rooster Award from two nominations, two Hundred Flowers Awards, and has been nominated for one Golden Horse Award. Early life Ning Jing was born in Guiyang, Guizhou. Her mother is Nakhi, and her father is Han. She has a younger brother, Shun Wenqi, who is a rock musician. Personal life In 1996, while shooting ''Red River Valley The Red River Valley is a region in central North America that is drained by the Red River of the North; it is part of both Canada and the United States. Forming the border between Minnesota and North Dakota when these territories were admitted ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Heroine Of The Yangs
''The Heroine of the Yangs'' (穆桂英) is a 2-season ATV series aired in Hong Kong in 1998, starring Amy Chan as the titular heroine Muk Gwai-ying of the Yang (Yeung in Cantonese) family. It is an adaptation of the ''Generals of the Yang Family'' legends. Seasons Story The story is about the women generals of the Yang Family going to war and the power struggle between two countries Song and the Liu. Amy Chan (陳秀雯) stars as the historical character Mui Gui-ying (穆桂英) from the ancient story of Yang's saga (楊家將). Production note Many variations of dramas, films and Chinese Opera have been made in relation to the Yang saga stories between Hong Kong, mainland China "Mainland China" is a geopolitical term defined as the territory governed by the People's Republic of China (including islands like Hainan or Chongming), excluding dependent territories of the PRC, and other territories within Greater China. ... and other Chinese speaking regions. The op ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amy Chan
Amy Chan Sau-man (陳秀雯) is a Hong Kong actress and Cantopop singer, notable for starring in the ''File of Justice The File of Justice (壹號皇庭) is a series of Hong Kong legal drama produced by TVB. There were 5 seasons produced, the first was aired in 1992 spanning 13 episodes. The series revolves around a group of lawyers and legal personnel with storie ...'' TV franchise in the 1990s. She is also the elder sister of actress Charine Chan (陳加玲). Filmography Films Television External links * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Chan, Amy 1962 births Living people Hong Kong film actresses Hong Kong television actresses ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Great General
The Great General (碧血青天珍珠旗) is a 30-episode 1994 Hong Kong TV series produced by ATV. It is the sequel to the series '' Heroic Legend of the Yang's Family'', featuring mostly the same cast. Plot Long existed the legend that one can overlord the world with the help of the Banner of Hegemony. During the search for this banner under Song (Cantonese: ''Sung'') emperor's decree, Joeng Zung-bou takes back a professed owner who turns out to be an assassin to severely injure the emperor, which brings Joeng Zung-bou to jail term as an accused traitor. In the hope of getting some help from judge Baau Cing, Joeng Zung-bou's daughter-in-law Wai Ling-ji runs away in pregnancy and unfortunately encounters a mob working for the ambitious prince Ziu Dak-jam who is plotting conspiracy, but is lucky enough to be rescued by the patriotic general Dik Cing, who then takes their message to Baau Cing and eventually have the Joengs rescued. At this moment, the Banner of Hegemony appears in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Heroic Legend Of The Yang's Family
Heroic Legend of the Yang's Family (碧血青天楊家將) is a 30-episode 1994 Hong Kong TV series produced by ATV, based on the legendary '' Generals of the Yang Family''. Plot In a fierce battle against the invading army of its neighboring country Liao, Song's main force, the famous Yang's Troop, suffers a complete defeat due to failure of prompt backup from its General in Chief Pong Loong, who is jealous of the Yangs of their military honors. Later, in the investigation over the defeat, the Justice Pao finds solid evidence against Loong of his fraternization with Liao, which leads to the execution of Loong, and thus arouses hatred between Yang's Family and Loong's father, the Grand Tutor Pong. Realizing his identity as a Yang's offspring after being out of contact with the Yangs for ages, Liao General Yollig Chung-Yuen returns to the land of Song for a reunion with his own birth parents. Seeing it a chance to maliciously revenge on the Yangs, Pong strives for the execution of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bonnie Ngai
Bonnie, is a Scottish given name and is sometimes used as a descriptive reference, as in the Scottish folk song, My Bonnie Lies over the Ocean. It comes from the Scots language word "bonnie" (pretty, attractive), or the French bonne (good). That is in turn derived from the Latin word "bonus" (good). The name can also be used as a pet form of Bonita. People named Bonnie Women * Bonnie Bartlett (born 1929), American actress * Bonnie Bedelia (born 1948), American actress * Bonnie Bernstein (born 1970), American sportscaster * Bonnie Bianco (born 1963), American singer and actress * Bonny Blair (born 1964), retired American speedskater * Bonnie Bramlett (born 1944), American singer and sometime actress * Bonnie Crombie (born 1960), Canadian politician, formerly Member of the Canadian Parliament * Bonnie Curtis (born 1966), American film producer * Bonnie Dasse (born 1959), retired American track and field athlete * Bonnie Dobson (born 1940), Canadian folk music songwriter, singer, a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liza Wang
Elizabeth "Liza" Wang Ming-chun SBS (born 28 August 1947), is a Hong Kong diva, actress and MC. She is a personality in Chinese-speaking communities. She has been nicknamed "The Big Sister" in the Hong Kong entertainment circle.Xinhuanet.Xinhuanet". ''Fans jam-pack Liza Wang's free concert.'' Retrieved on 10 March 2008. Wang was a delegate in the National People's Congress from 1988 to 1997, and she is a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.Cityu.edu.hkCityu.edu.hk". ''城大將頒授榮譽博士學位予四位領袖.'' Retrieved on 10 March 2008. Entertainment career Liza Wang was born on 28 August 1947 in Shanghai, She moved to Hong Kong from Shanghai in autumn 1956 and signed up for Rediffusion Hong Kong's first Artist Academy class in 1967. From thousands of applicants, the 20-year-old Liza was one of the nine that were picked to attend acting classes. She was also the first to graduate from the academy. Television Her career has spanned four de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The 14 Amazons
''The 14 Amazons'' is a 1972 Hong Kong ''wuxia'' film directed by Cheng Kang and produced by the Shaw Brothers Studio. The award winning film featured a predominantly female cast. The story is about the female generals of the Yang Family. Overview The film's Chinese title is . Its alternative title is The Fourteen Amazons. It is also known as Les 14 Amazones, in French. The film is a historical drama martial arts film that sets in the Sing dynasty. Plot The Yang family, men and women, had served their country (Song Dynasty) loyally for generations. During the war with Western Xia, General Yang Tsung-pao is ambushed and killed. His death leaves his only son, Yang Wen as the only male heir left to the Yang family. His widow, Mu Kuei-ying, the grand matriarch and the entire family set out to avenge his death and defend the country. Due to the interference of a corrupt official, Wang Ching, the Yangs were unable to have the emperor's consent to use the imperial army. Thus, they ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ivy Ling Po
Huang Yu-chun (born 16 November 1939 in Shantou, Republic of China (1912–49), Republic of China), known by her final stage name Ivy Ling Po, is a retired Hong Kong actress and Chinese opera singer. She is best known for a number of mega-hit Huangmei opera films in the 1960s, especially ''The Love Eterne'' (1963) which made her an Asian superstar overnight. She played an important role in the entertainment industry for preserving the Huangmei opera art form. She has used many names in her past.张梦瑞 -金嗓金曲不了情 – 2003 Page 100 "因此當李翰祥拍《梁祝》時,就大膽起用小娟,同時為她改了「凌波」這個藝名。想不到竟一炮而紅。凌波不只歌聲甜美,演技也可說無懈可擊,當時邵氏、國泰兩家大公司搶拍《梁祝》(國泰由李麗華、尤敏擔綱), 每天馬不停蹄地作業,演員也全力配合。" When she was a young child, trafficking of children, she was sold to a family in Xiamen, Xiamen (Amoy), where s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mu Guiying
Mu Guiying (穆桂英) is a legendary heroine from ancient China's Northern Song Dynasty and a prominent figure in the ''Generals of the Yang Family'' legends. She is the wife of Yang Zongbao and mother of Yang Wenguang. Brave, resolute and loyal, Mu is the cultural symbol of a steadfast woman. Legends Mu Guiying practiced martial arts from a young age after her bandit father Mu Yu (穆羽) who ruled the Muke Fortress (穆柯寨). One day Yang Zongbao, the youngest warrior of the illustrious Yang clan, came to the fortress demanding the Dragon-Taming Wood (降龍木) on the order of his father, Marshall Yang Yanzhao. Mu refused so they fought in a duel which resulted in Yang Zongbao being captured. While Yang Zongbao refused to surrender and demanded death, Mu found herself attracted to her prisoner and boldly made a marriage proposal, which Yang Zongbao eventually accepted. After Yang Zongbao returned and reported the events, an infuriated Yang Yanzhao ordered the disgraced son ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
