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The Legend Of The Cat Demon
''Legend of the Demon Cat'' () is a 2017 Xianxia fantasy mystery film directed by Chen Kaige, based on the novel '' Śramaṇa Kūkai'' (Japanese: 沙門空海 唐の国にて鬼と宴す) written by Japanese writer Yoneyama Mineo, known under the pen-name Baku Yumemakura. It was released in China in December 2017. Plot The story is a supernatural reimagining of the story of death of Yang Guifei. The movie opens with Chunqin, the wife of an army commander, making a reluctant bargain with a talking black cat. In exchange for the eyes of fish which are eaten by the cat, Chunqin finds a pot of coin which she shares with her husband. The Japanese Buddhist monk Kukai is called to the imperial palace to assist Emperor Xuanzong who is cursed with a supernatural ailment. The Emperor passes away while strange cat wailings can be heard. Kukai makes the acquaintance of Bai Letian the poet whose major work is "Chang hen ge" - Song of Everlasting Sorrow (長恨歌)- the story abou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chen Kaige
Chen Kaige (; born 12 August 1952) is a Chinese film director and a leading figure of the fifth generation of Chinese cinema.Berry, Michael (2002). "Chen Kaige: Historical Revolution and Cinematic Rebellion" in Speaking in Images: Interviews with Contemporary Chinese Filmmakers'. Columbia University Press, pg. 83; His films are known for their visual flair and epic storytelling. Chen won the Palme d'Or at 1993 Cannes Film Festival and the International Federation of Film Critics (FIPRESCI) Award in 1993 for directing '' Farewell My Concubine''. In recent years, Chen directed the war film ''The Battle at Lake Changjin'' and its sequel with Tsui Hark and Dante Lam, with the two films characterized by propagandistic storytelling and made in cooperation with the Chinese Communist Party. Early life Chen Kaige was born in Beijing, China into a family of Changle, Fuzhou origin, and grew up with fellow Fifth Generation alumnus Tian Zhuangzhuang as a childhood friend. His father wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bai Letian
Bai Juyi (also Bo Juyi or Po Chü-i; ; 772–846), courtesy name Letian (樂天), was a renowned Chinese poet and Tang dynasty government official. Many of his poems concern his career or observations made about everyday life, including as governor of three different provinces. He achieved fame as a writer of verse in a low-key, near vernacular style that was popular throughout China, in Korea and Japan. Bai was also influential in the historical development of Japanese literature, where he is better known by the on'yomi reading of his courtesy name, Haku Rakuten (shinjitai: 白楽天). His younger brother Bai Xingjian was a short story writer. Among his most famous works are the long narrative poems " Chang hen ge" ("Song of Everlasting Sorrow"), which tells the story of Yang Guifei, and "Pipa xing" ("Song of the Pipa"). Life Bai Juyi lived during the Middle Tang period. This was a period of rebuilding and recovery for the Tang Empire, following the An Lushan Rebellion, a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gao Lishi
Gao Lishi () (684–762), formally the Duke of Qi (齊國公), was a Chinese eunuch and politician of the Tang dynasty and the Wu Zhou dynasty, becoming particularly powerful during Emperor Xuanzong of Tang's reign. He is believed to have been in charge of many decisions that were supposed to be the emperor's responsibility during Emperor Xuanzong's later years, and was believed to have been richer than many of the nobility of the era. Despite this, however, he was often viewed as a positive example of eunuch participation in politics for his personal loyalty to Emperor Xuanzong, which withstood despite its putting himself in personal danger later, during the reign of Emperor Xuanzong's son Emperor Suzong (when Emperor Xuanzong was ''Taishang Huang'' (retired emperor)) as it drew jealousy from fellow eunuch Li Fuguo. Further, during the years of his highest power, he was also said to make no improper influences on governance, and therefore drew no anger from the intelligentsia. L ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tian Yu
Tian Yu (c. 171 – c. 252), courtesy name Guorang, was a military general of the state of Cao Wei during the Three Kingdoms period of China. Life Tian Yu was from Yongnu County (), Yuyang Commandery (), which is present-day Wuqing District, Tianjin. During Liu Bei's stay with Gongsun Zan, the young Tian Yu placed himself under Liu Bei's foster care, and Liu Bei was greatly impressed by Tian Yu. When Tian Yu left to care for his ageing mother, Liu Bei tearfully expressed his regret at not being able to work with Tian Yu. Later Tian Yu served under Gongsun Zan as the Prefect of Dongzhou County (). One of Gongsun Zan's generals, Wang Men (), betrayed Gongsun Zan and joined Yuan Shao, and lead an attack on his former master with more than 10,000 troops. Tian Yu personally visited Wang Men and managed to shame the latter into retreating. Although Gongsun Zan knew of Tian Yu's intellect, he could not appoint important roles for Tian Yu. After Gongsun Zan's defeat, Tian Yu's frie ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sandrine Pinna
Sandrine Pinna (; born 10 April 1987) is a Taiwanese actress who started her career as a child actress and appeared in many advertisements. Early life Sandrine Pinna was born on 10 April 1987 to a Taiwanese mother and a French father. Her father was a lawyer. Her parents divorced when she was a child. After her father returned to France, Pinna was raised by her mother. Her father died in May 2011. Career Pinna completed a degree in radio, film and television from Shih Hsin University. After earning her degree, she became a professional actress. Her notable works include ''Yang Yang'', ''Miao Miao'', '' Candy Rain'', '' Touch of the Light'', '' See You Tomorrow'' and ''Legend of the Demon Cat''. She participated in the HBO Asia TV series “Trinity of Shadows” which consists of 15 one-hour episodes, playing as lead detective. The first two will launch on June 13, 2021, and be followed every subsequent Sunday with further instalments. The series will play on HBO Go HBO ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhang Luyi
Zhang Luyi (born 7 June 1980), also known as Edward Zhang, is a Chinese actor and director. Background and career Zhang first studied film direction at the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing, before entering Peking University where he obtained a master's degree. He had a few minor roles in film and television before gaining attention for his role in a TV production ''The Red'' in 2014. He has since played major parts in a number of films and television series, including ''The Devotion of Suspect X is a 2005 novel by Keigo Higashino, the third in his Detective Galileo series and is his most acclaimed work thus far. The novel won him numerous awards, including the 134th Naoki Prize, which is a highly regarded award in Japan. The novel also ...'' , '' Love Me if You Dare'', and '' Sparrow''. Filmography Film Television series Awards and nominations References External links * * 1980 births Male actors from Beijing Central Academy of Drama alumni 21st-ce ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhang Tianai
Zhang Tian'ai (; born 28 October 1988), also known by her English name Crystal Zhang, is a Chinese actress and model. She is best known for her breakout role in the 2015 hit web-drama ''Go Princess Go''. Early life and education Zhang Tian'ai was born 28 October 1988 in Harbin, Heilongjiang. Zhang attended high school in Japan, majoring in costume design. She then enrolled in the Beijing Film Academy. Career 2008–2014: Beginnings and rising popularity In 2008, Zhang was invited by South Korean director Woody Han to star in Korean short film ''Cherry Blossom'' alongside Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun. After which, she continued to appear in minor supporting roles whilst working as an advertisement model. Zhang made her official acting debut in the drama ''The Second Life of My Husband'', which aired in 2013. Zhang first gained attention in 2014 when she acted alongside Sun Honglei in spy drama ''The Legendary Sniper''. She won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 2nd Hengdian ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oho Ou
Oho Ou or Ou Hao (, born 13 October 1992) is a Chinese actor and singer. He is best known for his role as Zhang Yang in '' The Left Ear'' (2015). Career In 2012, Ou released his first single "Fake Movement", which won him the "Outstanding Newcomer" award at the Chinese Music Awards. He made his official debut after winning 2nd place in Hunan TV's singing competition '' Super Boy'' in 2013. He won the "Most Popular Newcomer" award at the 14th Top Chinese Music Awards. In 2014, Ou made his acting debut in Hunan TV's music drama ''Song of Vengeance''. He also featured in the comedy film, ''Temporary Family'' as his first big screen project. In 2015, Ou achieved recognition with his role in the youth film '' The Left Ear'' by Alec Su. He won the "Most Anticipated Actor" award at the 16th Chinese Film Media Awards for his performance. The same year, he released his first solo album ''On His Own'' and won the "Best All-Rounded Artist" and "Best Trendy Singer" awards at the KU Music ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liu Haoran
Liu Haoran (; born 10 October 1997), also known as Turbo Liu, is a Chinese actor. Liu ranked 18th on ''Forbes'' China Celebrity 100 list in 2020, 19th in 2019, and 89th in 2017. In 2021, Liu became the youngest actor to gross over 15 billion RMB (approx. $2.32 billion USD) at the Chinese box office. Early life Liu was born in 1997 in Pingdingshan, Henan, and moved to Beijing at the age of 12 to attend the Affiliated Secondary School of Beijing Dance Academy. In 2013 when he was still a student, Liu was hand-picked by Chinese actor/director Chen Sicheng to star in Chen's directorial film debut, '' Beijing Love Story''. In 2015, Liu enrolled in the Central Academy of Drama after receiving the highest yikao score in the University's acting department. Career Liu made his acting debut in the 2014 romance film '' Beijing Love Story'', and was nominated for Best New Actor at the 2015 Beijing College Student Film Festival. In 2015, Liu starred in the comedy mystery film, ''Detective ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Keiko Matsuzaka
(born July 20, 1952) is a Japanese actress. Early life Born in Ōta, Tokyo, her father was a naturalized South Korean while her mother was Japanese. Career In the 1960s, Matsuzaka became a child actress. Matsuzaka grew into adulthood in film working for Daiei and Shochiku. Matsuzaka played the "Madonna" role in the 1981 film ''Naniwa no Koi no Torajirō,'' the 27th in the ''Otoko wa Tsurai yo'' series. The producers called on her again for that role in ''Torajirō no Endan,'' the 46th of the 49 installments (1993). Keiko also appeared in ''Legend of the Eight Samurai'' (1983), ''Shin Izakaya Yūrei'' (1996), ''Dr. Akagi'' by Shōhei Imamura (1998), '' Runin: Banished'' by Eiji Okuda (2004), and ''Inugamike no Ichizoku'' (scheduled for release in 2007). She won the award for best actress at the 6th Hochi Film Award for '' The Gate of Youth'' and '' Tora-san's Love in Osaka'', and at the 15th Hochi Film Award for ''The Sting of Death''. Her early television appearances have i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Abe No Nakamaro
, whose Chinese name was Chao Heng (, pronounced ''Chōkō'' in Japanese), was a Japanese scholar and ''waka'' poet of the Nara period. He served on a Japanese envoy to Tang China and later became the Tang '' duhu'' (protectorate governor) of Annan (modern Vietnam). Nussbaum, Louis-Frédéric. (2005)"Abe no Nakamaro, "'Japan Encyclopedia'', p. 3. Early life He was a descendant of , the son of Emperor Kōgen and first son of . As a young man he was admired for having outstanding academic skills. Career In 717–718, he was part of the Japanese mission to Tang China (''Kentōshi'') along with Kibi no Makibi and Genbō. They returned to Japan; he did not. In China, he passed the civil-service examination. Around 725, he took an administrative position and was promoted in Luoyang in 728 and 731. Around 733 he received , who would command the Japanese diplomatic mission. In 734, he tried to return to Japan but the ship to take him back sank not long into the journey, forc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hiroshi Abe (actor)
is a Japanese model and actor. He is known for his roles in '' Still Walking, Chocolate,'' and '' Godzilla 2000: Millennium''. Biography Modelling period Abe was born in Yokohama as the youngest in a family of three children. He attended Yokohama Mitsuzawa elementary school, then Yokohama City Matsumoto Junior High School, then Kanagawa Prefectural Hakusan High School. After retaking the university entrance examinations once, he attended the Department for Electrical Engineering in the Faculty of Science and Technology of Chuo University in Tokyo and graduated with a degree in electrical engineering. In 1985 while in college he applied to the "Shueisha 3rd Nonno Boyfriend Award" and won the championship because his sister recommended the award. Since then, during his university days, he was a charismatic model for magazines such as Men's Non-no and "Nonno". He later transitioned from modelling into acting. Unfavourable times He made his debut as an actor in the movie "Haika ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
