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Wu Yue (actor)
Wu Yue (born 25 April 1976) is a Chinese film and television series actor. Some of his more notable roles include Chen Zhen in ''Huo Yuanjia'' and ''Jingwu Yingxiong Chen Zhen'' (2001); Di Yun in '' Lian Cheng Jue'' (2004); Sun Wukong in ''Journey to the West'' (2011); Ariq Böke in ''The Legend of Kublai Khan'' (2013); and Wan Zonghua in '' Ip Man 4'' (2019). Wu enrolled in the Central Academy of Drama in 1997 and graduated in 2001. Apart from acting, he practises martial arts and holds a National Martial Arts Championship grade in wushu. He is currently a member of the National Theatre Company of China. He also wrote lyrics and performed songs for some of the films and television series he acted in. Filmography Film Television Variety show Theater Discography Accolades * National Martial Arts Championship, Seventh National Games (1993) * Champion in bajiquan category, National Wushu Championship (1994) * Silver Medal (representing Ningxia province), Fifth Nati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wu (surname)
''Wú'' is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname wikt:吳, 吳 (Simplified Chinese wikt:吴, 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song Dynasty Chinese classics, classic ''Hundred Family Surnames''. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong. The Cantonese and Hakka language, Hakka transliteration of 吳 is Ng (surname), Ng, a syllable made entirely of a nasal consonant while the Min Nan transliteration of 吳 is Ngo, Ngoh, Ngov, Goh, Go, Gouw, depending on the regional variations in Min Nan pronunciation. Shanghainese transliteration of 吳 is Woo. 吳 is also one of the most common surnames in Korea. It is spelled O (surname), 오 in Hangul and romanized O by the three major romanization systems, but more commo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
National Theatre Company Of China
The National Theater of China or National Theater Company of China (), based in Beijing, is China's national theatrical company, founded on December 25, 2001 with the merger of China National Youth Theater () and China National Experimental Theater (). It is known for presenting China's best theatrical performances. In addition, its affiliated actors are considered among the best in China, including: ;Male Actors *Chen Jianbin * Guo Tao *Jiang Wu *Liao Fan *Liu Peiqi * Liu Ye *Sun Honglei *Tong Dawei * Wang Ying * Wu Yue * You Yong *Zhang Fengyi *Zhou Jie ; Actresses * Chen Hong * Chen Shu *Ding Jiali *Hao Lei *Li Bingbing *Qin Hailu * Tao Hong (born 1969) * Tao Hong (born 1972) *Yuan Quan *Zhang Ziyi *Zhu Yuanyuan Zhu Yuanyuan (; born 18 March 1974) is a Chinese actress. Zhu is noted for her roles as Tao Hua and Song Yu in the film and television series ''The Forest Ranger'' and ''The Forest Ranger'' respectively. Early life Zhu was born and raised in Sh ... Reference ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Faces Of My Gene
''The Faces of My Gene'' () is a 2018 Chinese fantasy adventure comedy film co-written and directed by Guo Degang and starring Yue Yunpeng and Lin Chi-ling. The film premiered in China on 16 February 2018. The film picks up the story of a writer and his ancestors after he crosses ancient times. Plot Bei Xiaobei (Yue Yunpeng) is a self abased writer because he feels himself too fat. Because of his poor appearance, he often ran into a wall in real life. Later, he unwittingly finds a long dusty family tree. And accidentally crosses through the ages to meet with his ancestors. Cast *Yue Yunpeng as Bei Xiaobei, a writer *Lin Chi-ling as Liya, Bei Xiaobei's love interest *Wu Xiubo as Mei Qiantu * Wu Jing as Mei Banfa, a Ming dynasty swordsman *Wang Baoqiang as Erdangjia *Dong Chengpeng as Xiao Zhuge *Sandra Ng as Nüwa, Bei Xiaobei's mother *Eddy Ou as Mei Xingfu, a professor during the Republic of China *Du Chun as Mei Xiwang, a Qing dynasty scholar *Zhang Guoli as Doctor Bei, Bei Xiaob ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Brink (2017 Film)
''The Brink'' is a 2017 Hong Kong action crime-thriller film directed by Jonathan Li and written by Lee Chun-fai. The film stars Zhang Jin, Shawn Yue, Janice Man and Wu Yue, with Gordon Lam making a special appearance. It was released in theaters on 23 November 2017. Premise Sai Gau is a reckless police officer who is dead set on tracking down Shing, a smuggler of black market gold. When he learns that Shing is going after a triad boss's underwater gold vault, Sai Gau takes to the high seas to hunt for his prey. Cast * Zhang Jin as Sai Gau * Shawn Yue as Shing * Janice Man as Suet * Wu Yue as Tak * Tai Po as Shui Sing * Cecilia So as Adopted daughter of Sai Gau * Yasuaki Kurata as Blackie Special appearance * Gordon Lam as Chan Guest appearance * Derek Tsang Derek Tsang Kwok-cheung (; born 8 November 1979) is a Hong Kong film director and actor. The son of actor Eric Tsang, Tsang got his start in the Hong Kong film industry working for director Peter Chan Ho-Sun after g ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paradox (2017 Film)
''Paradox'' (Chinese: 殺破狼・貪狼) is a 2017 neo-noir Hong Kong action film directed by Wilson Yip, co-produced by Soi Cheang, with action direction by Sammo Hung. Written by Jill Leung and Nick Cheuk, the film stars Louis Koo as a police inspector who travels to Pattaya to search for his teenage daughter and is aided by local detectives played by Tony Jaa and Wu Yue. Along the way, he encounters the mastermind of an organ trafficking gang (Chris Collins) who colludes with a local political aide (Gordon Lam), leading to a series of hot pursuit. ''Paradox'' is the third installment of the ''SPL'' film series, following the 2005 film, '' SPL: Sha Po Lang'' and 2015's '' SPL II: A Time for Consequences''. The film was released in China on 17 August 2017 and in Hong Kong on 25 August 2017 and has grossed US$80.84 million worldwide against a budget of US$14.5 million. The film was well received by critics, praised for action director Hung's choreography, which won him the H ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cold War 2 (film)
''Cold War 2'' is a 2016 Hong Kong-Chinese crime thriller film written and directed by Longman Leung and Sunny Luk. The film is a sequel to the 2012 box office hit, ''Cold War (2012 film), Cold War'', and stars returning cast members Aaron Kwok, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Tony Leung, Charlie Young (actress), Charlie Young, Eddie Peng, Aarif Rahman and Ma Yili, joined by new cast members Chow Yun-fat, Janice Man, Tony Yang and Bibi Zhou. ''Cold War 2'' was released on 8 July 2016 in 2D, 3D film, 3D and IMAX 3D. Plot The Hong Kong Police Force holds a funeral for two Senior Assistant Commissioners killed during the previous film. Shortly after, Commissioner Sean Lau (Aaron Kwok) receives a call from one of the culprits behind the theft of the police van. He is told that his wife has been kidnapped and that he must release Joe Lee (Eddie Peng) for her to survive. Lau overrides standard procedure to transfer Joe out of prison, and is told by the kidnapper to bring Joe to the metro station. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mission Milano
''Mission Milano'' () is a 2016 Chinese-Hong Kong action adventure comedy film directed by Wong Jing, produced by and starring Andy Lau. The film co-stars Huang Xiaoming, Shen Teng, Wong Cho-lam Wong Cho-lam (born Wong Ho-yin; 9 January 1980) is a Hong Kong entertainer currently working as the Chief Creative Officer of TVB. He works as a stage actor, stage director, television actor, voice actor, DJ, television host, lyricist, scriptwri ..., Michelle Hu and Nana Ouyang. It was released in China on September 30, 2016. Synopsis Rogue terrorists steal the revolutionary invention, the Seed of God, for world domination. After Interpol agent Sir Sampan's underhanded tactics to recruit young billionaire Luo, the team rallies to rescue and retrieve their prized invention. Cast Reception The film has grossed at the Chinese box office. References External links * Chinese action comedy films Hong Kong action comedy films Chinese action adventure films 2016 action comedy fil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
From Vegas To Macau 2
''From Vegas to Macau II'' () is a 2015 3D Hong Kong-Chinese action comedy film directed and written by Wong Jing and starring Chow Yun-fat, Nick Cheung, Carina Lau, Shawn Yue, Angela Wang and Michelle Hu. The film is the sequel to ''From Vegas to Macau''. The third installment of the series, ''From Vegas to Macau III'' was released on February 8, 2016. Cast *Chow Yun-fat as Ken / Ko Chun *Nick Cheung as Mark *Carina Lau as Molly *Shawn Yue as Vincent *Angela Wang as Yan, Mark's daughter *Michelle Hu as Purple, Aoi's assassin *David Chiang as Victor *Kimmy Tong as Rainbow *Philip Keung as Ma Tai-fat * Wu Yue as Aoi's enforcer that fought Vincent * Jin Qiaoqiao as Aoi *Kenny Wong as Ben, Interpol police *Derek Tsang as Interpol police *Connie Man as Jackie, Interpol police *Rebecca Zhu as Interpol police *Samantha Ko as Aoi's enforcer *Jacky Cai as Aoi's enforcer that fought Mark *Ken Lo as Muay Thai Champ Rymi *Treechada Petcharat as Thai casino boss *Candy Chang as Aoi's enforcer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wong Shun-leung
Wong Shun-leung (; 8 May 1935 – 28 January 1997) was a Hong Kong martial artist who studied Wing Chun kung fu under Yip Man (葉問)Ving Tsun Athletic Association (1990)The development of Ving Tsun Kungfu in Hong Kong: 1954-1960Retrieved on 24 June 2009. and was credited with training Bruce Lee.Castrounis, L. (1997)Wong Shun Leung (1936–1997)(''sic''). Retrieved 4 July 2009.Peterson, D.Retrieved on 25 June 2009.Montaigue, E.Interview with Wong Shun LeungRetrieved on 6 July 2009.Ving Tsun Update: Interview with Wong Shun Leung Retrieved on 6 July 2009. In interviews, Wong claimed to have won at least 60, and perhaps over 100, street fights against martial artists of various styles, though these numbers cannot be in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bruce Lee, My Brother
''Bruce Lee, My Brother'' (, also known in the United Kingdom as ''Young Bruce Lee'') is a 2010 Hong Kong biographical martial arts drama film directed by Raymond Yip, and also written, produced and directed by Manfred Wong, and also storied, produced and narrated by Bruce Lee's real life younger brother Robert Lee. Starring Aarif Rahman as Lee, Tony Leung Ka-fai and Christy Chung as Lee's parents, the film is based on the life of Bruce Lee in his teenage years to part of his adult years. Plot ''Bruce Lee, My Brother'' is a dramatic biopic of the eponymous martial arts legend as told by his younger brother, Robert Lee. Based directly from the book "Memories of Lee Siu-loong", which is authored by Lee's siblings (Phoebe, Robert, Agnes and Peter), it revolves around Bruce Lee's life as a rebellious adolescent in Hong Kong before he sets off for the USA and conquers the world at the age of 18 with only US$102 in his pocket. As a young man, Bruce grew up in an affluent family. En ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Little Big Soldier
''Little Big Soldier'' () is a 2010 action comedy film directed by Ding Sheng and produced and written by Jackie Chan, also starring Chan and Leehom Wang. The film was produced with a budget of US$25 million and filmed between January and April 2009 at locations in Yunnan, China. According to Chan, the film was stuck in development hell for over 20 years. ''Little Big Soldier'' takes place during the Warring States period of China, and tells the story of three men and a horse. An old foot soldier (Chan) and a young high-ranking general from a rival state (Wang) become the only survivors of a ruthless battle. The soldier decides to capture the general and bring him back to his own state in hopes for a reward in return. Plot On 1 December 2009, a press conference was held for the film, along with Chan's announcement of a new teaser trailer posted on the film's official Sina website. ''Twitch'' also released a plot synopsis of the film: Cast * Jackie Chan as Big Soldier * Leeh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lei Heng
Lei Heng is a fictional character in ''Water Margin'', one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. He ranks 25th among the 36 Heavenly Spirits, the first third of the 108 Liangshan heroes, and is nicknamed "Winged Tiger". Background The novel depicts Lei Heng as about seven ''chi'' tall'','' having a purplish face and sporting a big fan-like beard. Strong and skilled in martial arts, he could leap over relatively wide streams and creeks as well as fairly high walls. This talent earns him the nickname "Winged Tiger". After being a blacksmith and a butcher, he becomes a chief constable in his native Yuncheng County (in present-day Heze, Shandong). He is a close friend of Zhu Tong, his partner chief constable, and Chao Gai, the headman of the Dongxi village in Yuncheng. One night when out on a patrol, Lei Heng happens upon Liu Tang, who has fallen asleep in a rundown temple after getting drunk. Certain that Liu, with his strange and vagabond looks, is up to no g ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
