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Xin Baiqing
Xin Baiqing (; born 20 June 1973) is a Chinese actor best known for portraying Li Bai in ''Legend of the Demon Cat'' (2017) and Guan Xiaohe in ''Four Generations under One Roof'' (2010), which garnered him a Best Performance Award at the 2012 Golden Lion Award. Early life and education Xin was born in Chaoyang District, Beijing, on June 20, 1973. He entered the Central Academy of Drama in 1993, majoring in acting, where he graduated in 1997. At that same year, he was assigned to the National Theatre Company of China. Acting career Xin's first screen acting credit was ''Going into the Light'' and subsequently appearing on shows such as ''Up and Down of a Century'' (1997), ''Red Rock'' (1998), ''In the End'' (1999), ''My Dear Country'' (1999), and ''Deadly Encounter'' (1999). His first film role was uncredited appearance in the film ''Because of Love'' (2000). In October 2005, Xin starred with Sun Li, Deng Chao and Yin Tao in ''Happiness As Flowers'', a romantic comedy televisi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Xin (surname)
Xin () is the romanization of several Chinese surnames including Xīn 辛, Xīn 新 and Xìn 信, etc. Xīn 辛 is the most common one among these names, it is 379th surname in Hundred Family Surnames. origin of Xin 辛 Chinese Xin (辛) family originated from; * Xia Hou (夏后) family in the Xia Dynasty period * Shen (莘) family in the Xia Dynasty period * Zang (藏) and Tujia (土家) the Chinese Minority * Xiang (項) family the Ji (姬) family in Later Zhou Dynasty period *Beidi the Donghu people Also written "Sun" in Cantonese. 信 Chinese Xin (信) family originated from; * Ji (姬) family of Wei (state) *Manchu people at Qing Dynasty period 新 Chinese Xin (新) family originated from; * Ji (姬) family of Zhou Dynasty * Ji (姬) family of Jin (state) (晉) * Mongolian of Yuan Dynasty period Notable people named Xin Xīn 辛 * Master Wen, attributed author of Wenzi *Xin Zhui (died 163 BC), Marquise of Dai *Xin Ping, d. 204 - minister to Han Fu in Eastern Han D ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wu Yue (actress)
Wu Yue (; born 10 April 1972) is a Chinese actress, best known in film for portraying Li Weihua in ''Chrysanthemum Tea'', Chen Cuifen in ''Road to Dawn'' and Li Lianqiao in ''Former Wife'', and has received critical acclaim for her television work, particularly as Wen Lu in ''Age of Peace'' and Dong Guilan in ''The Great China Earthquake''. Biography Early life and education Wu Yue was born on April 10, 1972, in Minhang District of Shanghai city. Her father, Wu Yiren (), is a calligrapher and painter. After high school, she entered Shanghai Theatre Academy, majoring in acting. Acting career Wu made her acting debut in ''An Autumn's Story of Beijing'', playing Chen Xiaofeng. In 1996, she appeared in the military television series ''Age of Peace'', which earned her an Outstanding Supporting Actress award at the China TV Golden Eagle Award. That same year, she co-starred with Chen Baoguo and Hu Jun in the romance film ''Burning Desire''. In 2000, she starred as Li Weihua in ''Chrys ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Spring In A Small Town
''Spring in a Small Town'' is a 1948 black-and-white Chinese film, written by Li Tianji () and directed by Fei Mu, a director known for his empathetic portrayal of women.Daruvala, S. (2007). The aesthetics and moral politics of Fei Mu's Spring in a Small Town. Journal of Chinese Cinemas, 1(3), 171-187. It was produced and funded by Wenhua Film Company, whose great financial deficit at the time led it to produce ''Spring in a Small Town'' on a low budget with a minimalist plot and setting. The film cast only five characters, and it focuses on the struggles of a husband and wife, and the ensuing turmoil when Zhang Zhichen, Liyan's former classmate and, ironically, Yuwen's former lover, pays an unplanned visit to the residence. The original print of the film is now kept in the China Film Archive. In 2005, at the Hong Kong Film Awards to mark a century of Chinese films, ''Spring in a Small Town'' was voted the best Chinese film ever made. Plot The film takes place in a ruined famil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Song Dandan
Song Dandan (; born 25 August 1961) is a Chinese skit and sitcom actress. Biography Song was born in Beijing, on August 25, 1961, to a highly educated family. Her father Song Gong () was vice chairman of Beijing Federation of Literary and Art Circles. Her brother Song Beisha (; born 1951) was vice governor of Shanxi and vice chairman of All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce. She was trained and started as a drama actress. But it was her skit debut, A Date with Slug, in 1989 CCTV New Year's Gala that brought her immediate success. Afterwards she costarred first with Huang Hong, then with her successful partner Zhao Benshan in many Gala show skits. Some of her roles included "Anti-family plan Guerilla", and "Yesterday, today and Tomorrow". On television her most famous role was in ''I Love My Family'' (我爱我家). In recent years, ''Home with Kids'' (家有儿女) is also a notable sitcom she starred in. Song Dandan also has a cameo role in ''House of Flying Daggers'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Li Xiaoran
Li Xiaoran (; born 8 May 1976) is a Chinese actress. She graduated from Beijing Dance Academy at the age of 17, and was the only dancer recruited into the Oriental Song and Dance Troupe from Beijing. Filmography Television series Awards and nominations References External links * Chinese film actresses Chinese television actresses Living people 1976 births Chinese female dancers Actresses from Beijing 20th-century Chinese actresses 21st-century Chinese actresses Beijing Dance Academy alumni {{China-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tang Dynasty
The Tang dynasty (, ; zh, t= ), or Tang Empire, was an Dynasties in Chinese history, imperial dynasty of China that ruled from 618 to 907 AD, with an Zhou dynasty (690–705), interregnum between 690 and 705. It was preceded by the Sui dynasty and followed by the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Historians generally regard the Tang as a high point in Chinese civilization, and a Golden age (metaphor), golden age of cosmopolitan culture. Tang territory, acquired through the military campaigns of its early rulers, rivaled that of the Han dynasty. The House of Li, Lǐ family () founded the dynasty, seizing power during the decline and collapse of the Sui Empire and inaugurating a period of progress and stability in the first half of the dynasty's rule. The dynasty was formally interrupted during 690–705 when Empress Wu Zetian seized the throne, proclaiming the Zhou dynasty (690–705), Wu Zhou dynasty and becoming the only legitimate Chinese empress regnant. The devast ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mystery Film
A mystery film is a genre of film that revolves around the solution of a problem or a crime. It focuses on the efforts of the detective, private investigator or amateur Detective, sleuth to solve the mysterious circumstances of an issue by means of clues, investigation, and clever deduction. The plot often centers on the deductive ability, prowess, confidence, or diligence of the detective as he attempts to unravel the crime or situation by piecing together clues and circumstances, seeking evidence, interrogating witnesses, and tracking down a criminal. Suspense is often maintained as an important Plot (narrative), plot element. This can be done through the use of the soundtrack, camera angles, heavy shadows, and surprising plot twists. Alfred Hitchcock used all of these techniques, but would sometimes allow the audience in on a pending threat then draw out the moment for dramatic effect. This genre has ranged from early mystery tales, fictional or literary detective stories, to ... [...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] |
2014 Cannes Film Festival
The 67th Cannes Film Festival was held from 14 to 25 May 2014. New Zealand film director Jane Campion was the head of the jury for the main competition section. The Palme d'Or was awarded to the Turkish film '' Winter Sleep'' directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan. The festival opened with the long delayed '' Grace of Monaco'', directed by Olivier Dahan and starring Nicole Kidman as Grace Kelly, which played out of competition. The restored 4K version of Sergio Leone's 1964 western ''A Fistful of Dollars'', served as the closing night film. Due to European Parliament elections which took place on 25 May 2014, the winner of the Palme d'Or was announced on 24 May, and the winning film in the Un Certain Regard section announced on 23 May. The festival poster featured Italian actor Marcello Mastroianni from Federico Fellini's 1963 film ''8½'', which was presented in the 1963 Cannes Film Festival's Official Selection, within the Out of Competition section. The Official Selection of film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Coming Home (2014 Film)
''Coming Home'' () is a 2014 Chinese historical drama film directed by Zhang Yimou and starring Chen Daoming and Gong Li. It was released in the US on September 11, 2015, and first shown to the public on the May 20, 2014, at the Cannes Film Festival. The story is adapted from the novel ''The Criminal Lu Yanshi'' written by novelist Geling Yan. Plot Lu Yanshi was a professor before being sent to the labor camp during the Cultural Revolution. He escapes from the labor camp in Xining to meet his long-missed wife Feng Wanyu and daughter Dandan. However, the police were already waiting outside the house to arrest him. Dandan, a teenage ballerina, could not play the leading role in '' Red Detachment of Women'' due to her father's outlaw status. Under the temptation of regaining the leading role, Dandan reveals her parents' secret meeting plan to the police. The meeting ends with the capture of Lu, but Dandan still does not get the leading role. After the end of the Cultural Revolution ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Huang Xiaoming
Huang Xiaoming or Mark Huang (, born 13 November 1977) is a Chinese actor, singer, and model. He graduated from the Performance Institute of the Beijing Film Academy in 2000. Huang first rose to prominence in 2001 for playing Emperor Wu of Han in the television series ''The Prince of Han Dynasty''. In 2007, Huang signed a contract with Huayi Brothers and began focusing on his film career, appearing in films like '' The Sniper'' (2009), '' The Message'' (2010), and ''Sacrifice'' (2010). Huang is best known for his roles in television as Yang Guo in ''The Return of the Condor Heroes'' (2006), Xu Wenqiang in ''Shanghai Bund'' (2007), Luo Xi in '' Summer's Desire'' (2010), Yue Fei in ''The Patriot Yue Fei'' (2013) and Zuo Zhen in '' Cruel Romance'' (2015); as well as his roles in films ''American Dreams in China'' (2013) and ''Xuanzang'' (2016). Early life and education Huang was born in Qingdao, Shandong and is an only child. His father was an engineer while his mother was an accoun ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Francis Ng
Francis Ng Chun-yu (; born 21 December 1961) is a Hong Kong actor and director. He is known for his roles in the TVB series ''Triumph in the Skies'' and in films such as ''Young and Dangerous'', '' Once Upon a Time in Triad Society'', ''A Man Called Hero'' and '' The Mission''. Early life Ng was born in Hong Kong to a family with ancestry from Panyu, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. He is the uncle of footballer, Ng Wai Chiu. Ng revealed in a stand-up comedy, saying that when he was a child he told his mother that his dream was to get a job that does not need any academic qualification, without a fixed working hours and high pay. Then, his mother asked him to become a beggar. So, he went to Wong Tai Sin, a famous temple in Hong Kong, to observe those beggars there. He realised that becoming beggar is too busy and need to perform manual labour, which does not suit his free and unconstrained attitude. Consequently, he gave up and decided to become a movie star because being a movi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
