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Kung Hei Fat Choi....!!! Happy CNY...!!! 
Chinese restaurants in Sri Lanka gear up for Spring Festival
COLOMBO, Feb. 9 (Xinhua) -- China has been a key partner and friend of Sri Lanka since ancient times and with bilateral ties never better and with a large Chinese community now living in Sri Lanka, Sri Lankans have embraced Chinese culture including the cuisine.
As China celebrates its Lunar New Year this week, several star rated hotels and restaurants, mainly in the capital, have been decorated to celebrate the grand event, also known as the Spring Festival.
The festival is the grandest and the most important annual event in China with more than 4,000 years of history and food playing a key role in the celebrations. Food traditionally served during Chinese New Year carries a great significance.
Over recent years, more than 50 authentic Chinese restaurants, owned and run by Chinese chefs and management, have been established, mainly in the Sri Lankan capital, in order to promote authentic Chinese cuisine.
Although initially the restaurants catered to a predominantly Chinese community, they have fast gained popularity among locals and foreign tourists who often visit the popular restaurants, due to the quality and authenticity of the food. The restaurants also promote Chinese culture and traditions, which have also been widely embraced by the locals.
"Most of the dishes we serve in my restaurant have a Chinese history to them. It is authentic Chinese food and it is prepared with the best ingredients," Zhang Hong, owner of the Fortune Boat Chinese Restaurant, in Colombo told Xinhua.
One of the most popular dishes the restaurant offers is Beijing Roasted Duck, more popularly here known as "Peking Duck," which has been a staple in China since the imperial era.
"The speciality of this dish is that the meat is seasoned for at least 24 hours prior to cooking. Sugar-syrup is then poured over the entire duck until it reaches perfection in both taste and color," Zhang, who personally prepares the dish, explained.
Peking Duck, although originally introduced for the restaurant's Chinese customers, has now become a popular dish among the locals who often visit the restaurant.
Another popular restaurant in Colombo serving authentic Chinese food is the Moon River restaurant. Several original Chinese dishes are prepared by two Chinese chefs, who are in Sri Lanka to promote Chinese cuisine.
The food has fast gained popularity due to its great taste and uniqueness. One of its dishes, "Shanghai Style Pork with Egg," is a local favorite.
Other Chinese restaurants in Colombo, which have topped the list of the "Best Chinese Restaurants" are: China Manor House, Huasui, Tong Ni BBQ, Sunlight Garden Chinese Seafood Restaurant, Tang Dynasty and Grand Beijing.
The restaurants also offer Chinese-style seafood such as crabs, different types of fish, prawns and lobsters. The dishes are fresh, well seasoned, cooked for hours and presented in an original Chinese style.
In addition to the great quality and taste these restaurants offer, they also represent the diverse regions of China and present dishes which are only made by original Chinese chefs representing those regions.
"We love Chinese food, especially since the entire menu at this restaurant is truly original. China has so much rich history and we can learn a lot about it through this food," Samantha De Silva, a frequent customer at the Huasui restaurant said.
The restaurants are now fully decorated for the New Year celebrations and are prepared to usher in another year of serving authentic, original and delicious food, while simultaneously spreading Chinese culture and tradition among Sri Lankans.
Feature: Chinese restaurants in Sri Lanka gear up for Spring Festival
- Xinhua | English.news.cn
Chinese restaurants in Sri Lanka gear up for Spring Festival
COLOMBO, Feb. 9 (Xinhua) -- China has been a key partner and friend of Sri Lanka since ancient times and with bilateral ties never better and with a large Chinese community now living in Sri Lanka, Sri Lankans have embraced Chinese culture including the cuisine.
As China celebrates its Lunar New Year this week, several star rated hotels and restaurants, mainly in the capital, have been decorated to celebrate the grand event, also known as the Spring Festival.
The festival is the grandest and the most important annual event in China with more than 4,000 years of history and food playing a key role in the celebrations. Food traditionally served during Chinese New Year carries a great significance.
Over recent years, more than 50 authentic Chinese restaurants, owned and run by Chinese chefs and management, have been established, mainly in the Sri Lankan capital, in order to promote authentic Chinese cuisine.
Although initially the restaurants catered to a predominantly Chinese community, they have fast gained popularity among locals and foreign tourists who often visit the popular restaurants, due to the quality and authenticity of the food. The restaurants also promote Chinese culture and traditions, which have also been widely embraced by the locals.
"Most of the dishes we serve in my restaurant have a Chinese history to them. It is authentic Chinese food and it is prepared with the best ingredients," Zhang Hong, owner of the Fortune Boat Chinese Restaurant, in Colombo told Xinhua.
One of the most popular dishes the restaurant offers is Beijing Roasted Duck, more popularly here known as "Peking Duck," which has been a staple in China since the imperial era.
"The speciality of this dish is that the meat is seasoned for at least 24 hours prior to cooking. Sugar-syrup is then poured over the entire duck until it reaches perfection in both taste and color," Zhang, who personally prepares the dish, explained.
Peking Duck, although originally introduced for the restaurant's Chinese customers, has now become a popular dish among the locals who often visit the restaurant.
Another popular restaurant in Colombo serving authentic Chinese food is the Moon River restaurant. Several original Chinese dishes are prepared by two Chinese chefs, who are in Sri Lanka to promote Chinese cuisine.
The food has fast gained popularity due to its great taste and uniqueness. One of its dishes, "Shanghai Style Pork with Egg," is a local favorite.
Other Chinese restaurants in Colombo, which have topped the list of the "Best Chinese Restaurants" are: China Manor House, Huasui, Tong Ni BBQ, Sunlight Garden Chinese Seafood Restaurant, Tang Dynasty and Grand Beijing.
The restaurants also offer Chinese-style seafood such as crabs, different types of fish, prawns and lobsters. The dishes are fresh, well seasoned, cooked for hours and presented in an original Chinese style.
In addition to the great quality and taste these restaurants offer, they also represent the diverse regions of China and present dishes which are only made by original Chinese chefs representing those regions.
"We love Chinese food, especially since the entire menu at this restaurant is truly original. China has so much rich history and we can learn a lot about it through this food," Samantha De Silva, a frequent customer at the Huasui restaurant said.
The restaurants are now fully decorated for the New Year celebrations and are prepared to usher in another year of serving authentic, original and delicious food, while simultaneously spreading Chinese culture and tradition among Sri Lankans.
Feature: Chinese restaurants in Sri Lanka gear up for Spring Festival
- Xinhua | English.news.cn
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Tens of thousands burn incense for CNY
Source:Globaltimes.cn Published: 2016-2-8 14:04:02
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Source:Globaltimes.cn Published: 2016-2-8 14:04:02
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
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Tens of thousands burn incense for CNY
Source:Globaltimes.cn Published: 2016-2-8 14:04:02
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
Locals burn incense and light candles at the Beijing's Tanzhe Temple in the early morning of February 8, 2016, the first day of the new year according to the Chinese traditional lunar calendar. Incense offering in temples during Spring Festival is a tradition in China to pray for good luck. More than 10,000 people have offered incense in the early morning at the Tanzhe Temple. Photo: Li Hao/GT
This pic remind me in the past me, my brother and my mother use to pray in kelenteng (temple) in Chinese New Year morning , each year. Now I only pray in front of our parent photos when Chinese New year.
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Chinese movie guide for 2016 Spring Festival
China.org.cn, February 7, 2016
The Spring Festival has become one of the hottest climaxes of the year and a gold season for any blockbusters set to make box office records. Three rival giants will open the Year of the Monkey on Feb. 8, 2016. China.org.cn will preview the most outstanding pieces to be released during and after the Chinese lunar New Year.
"Mermaid"
"Mermaid"
Director: Stephen Chow
Starring: Deng Chao, Kitty Zhang Yuqi, Jelly Lin Yun, Show Lo and Kris Wu
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"Mermaid" is a science fiction comedy directed by China's "King of Comedy" Stephen Chow, though the genius comedian is more comfortable this time around being a director rather than an actor. The film is the most anticipated film in this season as Chow has been absent from the movie landscape, spending three years working on it. The story will have an environmental protection theme and will touch on romance between humans and mermaids, according to its trailers. However, Chow hasn't shown the film to any audiences, fans or film critics alike, maintaining an air of mystery, and repeatedly described it as "invincible." Fond memories of Chow's films and his own brand helped it earn the biggest presales of this season, but whether the film will entertain audiences and reach the heights of anticipation remain to be seen and will affect its future box office grosses.
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"The Monkey King 2"
"The Monkey King 2"
Director: Cheang Pou-soi
Starring: Aaron Kwok, Gong Li, Feng Shaofeng, Xiao Shenyang and Law Chung-him
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"The Monkey King 2" is the sequel to the 2014 box office hit, "The Monkey King" with Cheang Pou-soi returning as director and Sammo Hung as the action director, replacing Donnie Yen from the previous installment. Considering the incredible popularity of the classic novel, "Journey to the West" together with the film's star-studded cast, fabulous visual effects and the special significance that this is the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese Zodiac, the film is expected to earn massive grosses as it opens on the same day as "Mermaid." Although the first installment was panned by moviegoers and critics as one of the worst adaptations of "Journey to the West," the new one has a clear improvement in special effects, script and acting, especially actress Gong Li, who presents a powerful performance as the big villain. It received applause in hundreds of advanced screenings in recent weeks.
"The Man from Macao III"
"The Man from Macao III"
Directors: Andrew Lau, Wong Jing
Starring: Chow Yun-fat, Andy Lau, Nick Cheung, Li Yuchun, Jacky Cheung and Carina Lau
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"The Man from Macao III" is a Chinese action comedy film directed by Andrew Lau and Wong Jing. It is the third installment of the blockbuster franchise "The Man from Macau." The previous two episodes had great success in the past, and the film upgraded its scale with more movie stars and family-friendly fun for the new installment. Of course, the quality of the film could never meet the academy award standard with fans complaining about the cliché old tricks used, but it is always fun to watch. No matter whether the final cut is good or bad, Wong Jing has already promised that this will be the last installment, and that he will come back with new ideas for films in the future.
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"Mr. Nian"
"Mr. Nian"
Director: Zhang Yang
Voices: Lei Jiayin, Zhou Dongyu, Tao Hong, Zhang Yibai, Guo Tao, Chen He, Liu Yiwei, Shen Teng, Xiong Naijin
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"Mr. Nian" is an animated feature produced by director Ning Hao and directed by Zhang Yang. The film is the only Chinese animation released along with the three giants on the same day. The film tells a story about the adventure of the magical beast of Nian (literally translated as "Year"). According to Chinese legend, people have to ignite firecrackers to scare away Nian to get good luck for a new year. The original Chinese animated feature has been advertised as family fun for the particular season, with the beast of Nian also being cutely designed for children. However, due to some of its silly or childish plot, its targeted audiences should be well below 15 years old. In addition to the three giants, "Mr. Nian" will also compete with the invincible China-US co-production animation blockbuster "Kung Fu Panda 3," which hit screens in China one week earlier than Feb. 8.
"Kill Time"
"Kill Time"
Director: Fruit Chan
Starring: Angelababy, Ethan Ruan, Rayza, Zhang Chao, Hao Lei, Huang Jue, Suet Lam, Pan Hong
Release Date: Feb. 14, 2016
The film was adapted from one of thrillers written by novelist Cai Jun. "Kill Time" tells a social story with great suspense and intense love and hate. The story is perfect for Fruit Chan's style to intertwine romance and detective elements. The film is clearly aimed at the Valentine's Day season, and the latter part of the Spring Festival holiday.
"Run For Love"
"Run For Love"
Directors: Zhang Yibai, Guan Hu, Zhang Meng, Teng Huatao, Gao Qunshu
Starring: Zhang Ziyi, Eddie Peng, Tong Liya, Zhou Dongyu, Michelle Chen, Zhang Yi, Liang Jing, Wang Qianyuan, MoMo Wu
Release Date: Feb. 14, 2016
Just like "Cities in Love," "Run For Love" is a film with five parts directed by five different directors to tackle urban love stories. The film was shot in various places in Asia, Europe, and America, and is aimed at showing different interpretations of love. But it is hard to say if the final product can balance the different styles of the directors when the film is assembled as one. The cast is star-studded, including Zhang Ziyi, and will also target fans and lovers during Valentine's Day and also the latter part of the Spring Festival holiday season.
China.org.cn, February 7, 2016
The Spring Festival has become one of the hottest climaxes of the year and a gold season for any blockbusters set to make box office records. Three rival giants will open the Year of the Monkey on Feb. 8, 2016. China.org.cn will preview the most outstanding pieces to be released during and after the Chinese lunar New Year.
"Mermaid"
"Mermaid"
Director: Stephen Chow
Starring: Deng Chao, Kitty Zhang Yuqi, Jelly Lin Yun, Show Lo and Kris Wu
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"Mermaid" is a science fiction comedy directed by China's "King of Comedy" Stephen Chow, though the genius comedian is more comfortable this time around being a director rather than an actor. The film is the most anticipated film in this season as Chow has been absent from the movie landscape, spending three years working on it. The story will have an environmental protection theme and will touch on romance between humans and mermaids, according to its trailers. However, Chow hasn't shown the film to any audiences, fans or film critics alike, maintaining an air of mystery, and repeatedly described it as "invincible." Fond memories of Chow's films and his own brand helped it earn the biggest presales of this season, but whether the film will entertain audiences and reach the heights of anticipation remain to be seen and will affect its future box office grosses.
***
"The Monkey King 2"
"The Monkey King 2"
Director: Cheang Pou-soi
Starring: Aaron Kwok, Gong Li, Feng Shaofeng, Xiao Shenyang and Law Chung-him
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"The Monkey King 2" is the sequel to the 2014 box office hit, "The Monkey King" with Cheang Pou-soi returning as director and Sammo Hung as the action director, replacing Donnie Yen from the previous installment. Considering the incredible popularity of the classic novel, "Journey to the West" together with the film's star-studded cast, fabulous visual effects and the special significance that this is the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese Zodiac, the film is expected to earn massive grosses as it opens on the same day as "Mermaid." Although the first installment was panned by moviegoers and critics as one of the worst adaptations of "Journey to the West," the new one has a clear improvement in special effects, script and acting, especially actress Gong Li, who presents a powerful performance as the big villain. It received applause in hundreds of advanced screenings in recent weeks.
"The Man from Macao III"
"The Man from Macao III"
Directors: Andrew Lau, Wong Jing
Starring: Chow Yun-fat, Andy Lau, Nick Cheung, Li Yuchun, Jacky Cheung and Carina Lau
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"The Man from Macao III" is a Chinese action comedy film directed by Andrew Lau and Wong Jing. It is the third installment of the blockbuster franchise "The Man from Macau." The previous two episodes had great success in the past, and the film upgraded its scale with more movie stars and family-friendly fun for the new installment. Of course, the quality of the film could never meet the academy award standard with fans complaining about the cliché old tricks used, but it is always fun to watch. No matter whether the final cut is good or bad, Wong Jing has already promised that this will be the last installment, and that he will come back with new ideas for films in the future.
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"Mr. Nian"
"Mr. Nian"
Director: Zhang Yang
Voices: Lei Jiayin, Zhou Dongyu, Tao Hong, Zhang Yibai, Guo Tao, Chen He, Liu Yiwei, Shen Teng, Xiong Naijin
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"Mr. Nian" is an animated feature produced by director Ning Hao and directed by Zhang Yang. The film is the only Chinese animation released along with the three giants on the same day. The film tells a story about the adventure of the magical beast of Nian (literally translated as "Year"). According to Chinese legend, people have to ignite firecrackers to scare away Nian to get good luck for a new year. The original Chinese animated feature has been advertised as family fun for the particular season, with the beast of Nian also being cutely designed for children. However, due to some of its silly or childish plot, its targeted audiences should be well below 15 years old. In addition to the three giants, "Mr. Nian" will also compete with the invincible China-US co-production animation blockbuster "Kung Fu Panda 3," which hit screens in China one week earlier than Feb. 8.
"Kill Time"
"Kill Time"
Director: Fruit Chan
Starring: Angelababy, Ethan Ruan, Rayza, Zhang Chao, Hao Lei, Huang Jue, Suet Lam, Pan Hong
Release Date: Feb. 14, 2016
The film was adapted from one of thrillers written by novelist Cai Jun. "Kill Time" tells a social story with great suspense and intense love and hate. The story is perfect for Fruit Chan's style to intertwine romance and detective elements. The film is clearly aimed at the Valentine's Day season, and the latter part of the Spring Festival holiday.
"Run For Love"
"Run For Love"
Directors: Zhang Yibai, Guan Hu, Zhang Meng, Teng Huatao, Gao Qunshu
Starring: Zhang Ziyi, Eddie Peng, Tong Liya, Zhou Dongyu, Michelle Chen, Zhang Yi, Liang Jing, Wang Qianyuan, MoMo Wu
Release Date: Feb. 14, 2016
Just like "Cities in Love," "Run For Love" is a film with five parts directed by five different directors to tackle urban love stories. The film was shot in various places in Asia, Europe, and America, and is aimed at showing different interpretations of love. But it is hard to say if the final product can balance the different styles of the directors when the film is assembled as one. The cast is star-studded, including Zhang Ziyi, and will also target fans and lovers during Valentine's Day and also the latter part of the Spring Festival holiday season.
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"The New Year's Eve of Old Lee"
"The New Year's Eve of Old Lee"
Director: Gao Qunshu
Starring: Zhao Benshan, Yan Ni, Rayza, Aaron Yan, Wen Zhang, Liang Jing, Zhou Dongyu, Pan Binglong, Zhang Yi, Chen He, Qi Xi and more
Release Date: Feb. 1, 2016
"The New Year's Eve of Old Lee" is made for greeting the Chinese lunar New Year and for a joyous atmosphere. Director Gao hired popular skit actor Zhao Benshan in the film and a star-studded cast. To avoid clashing with the three giants on Feb. 8, the film was rushed to hit theaters as early as Feb. 1. Though, it seemed like a decent comedy boasting so many movie stars, the director failed to deliver a satisfying product. The script and almost every other thing are so bad that the all-star cast became a waste. Maybe the only highlight is Zhao Benshan's performance.
"Boruto: Naruto the Movie"
"Boruto: Naruto the Movie"
Director: Hiroyuki Yamashita
Starring: Yuko Sanpei, Noriaki Sugiyama, Junko Takeuchi, Kokoro Kikuchi
Release Date: Feb. 18, 2016
"Boruto: Naruto the Movie" will be one of a few foreign films to screen in China in February after the Spring Festival holiday. It was a Japanese animated blockbuster screened in Japan half a year ago and grossed JP¥2.58 billion (US$23.1 million). Its late arrival may still ignite the passion of Japanese anime fans in China. It is the eleventh Naruto film based on the manga by Masashi Kishimoto and directed by Hiroyuki Yamashita in his directorial debut. It is part of the larger Start of a New Era Project to commemorate the series' 15th anniversary. Another iconic Japanese anime "Saint Seiya: Legend of Sanctuary," directed by Keiichi Sato and written by Tomohiro Suzuki, will also hit theaters in China on Feb. 26, 2016 as generations of Chinese fans grew up with it and have a great sense of nostalgia for it.
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"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny"
"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny"
Director: Yuen Woo-ping
Starring: Donnie Yen, Michelle Yeoh, Harry Shum, Jr., Jason Scott Lee, Roger Yuan, Woon Young Park, Eugenia Yuan, JuJu Chan, Chris Pang, Shuya Chang and Natasha Liu Bordizzo
Release Date: Feb. 19, 2016
It is the sequel to the Academy-Award-winning film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" by Ang Lee in 2000, and a highly anticipated kung fu film. It was originally scheduled for release on Feb. 8, 2016 but to avoid the heated competition with the three giants, it has been postponed to Feb. 19. Ang Lee didn't agree to return to direct the franchise installment, and the director job was finally given to veteran kung fu choreographer and director Yuen Woo-ping. However, it will be very hard for him to repeat the success by Ang Lee. In any case, hopefully the kung fu fighting scenes will be marvelous and satisfying for martial arts fans.
"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny" was not the only one which skipped the Feb. 8 release to avoid clashing with giants, release dates for the critically panned Chinese science fiction film "Lost in the Pacific," Huo Jianqi's "Xuan Zang" starring Huang Xiaoming, Jackie Chan's "Skiptrace" and the critically-applauded "Ip Man 3" by Wilson Yip starring Donnie Yen, were all rescheduled.
"The New Year's Eve of Old Lee"
Director: Gao Qunshu
Starring: Zhao Benshan, Yan Ni, Rayza, Aaron Yan, Wen Zhang, Liang Jing, Zhou Dongyu, Pan Binglong, Zhang Yi, Chen He, Qi Xi and more
Release Date: Feb. 1, 2016
"The New Year's Eve of Old Lee" is made for greeting the Chinese lunar New Year and for a joyous atmosphere. Director Gao hired popular skit actor Zhao Benshan in the film and a star-studded cast. To avoid clashing with the three giants on Feb. 8, the film was rushed to hit theaters as early as Feb. 1. Though, it seemed like a decent comedy boasting so many movie stars, the director failed to deliver a satisfying product. The script and almost every other thing are so bad that the all-star cast became a waste. Maybe the only highlight is Zhao Benshan's performance.
"Boruto: Naruto the Movie"
"Boruto: Naruto the Movie"
Director: Hiroyuki Yamashita
Starring: Yuko Sanpei, Noriaki Sugiyama, Junko Takeuchi, Kokoro Kikuchi
Release Date: Feb. 18, 2016
"Boruto: Naruto the Movie" will be one of a few foreign films to screen in China in February after the Spring Festival holiday. It was a Japanese animated blockbuster screened in Japan half a year ago and grossed JP¥2.58 billion (US$23.1 million). Its late arrival may still ignite the passion of Japanese anime fans in China. It is the eleventh Naruto film based on the manga by Masashi Kishimoto and directed by Hiroyuki Yamashita in his directorial debut. It is part of the larger Start of a New Era Project to commemorate the series' 15th anniversary. Another iconic Japanese anime "Saint Seiya: Legend of Sanctuary," directed by Keiichi Sato and written by Tomohiro Suzuki, will also hit theaters in China on Feb. 26, 2016 as generations of Chinese fans grew up with it and have a great sense of nostalgia for it.
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]"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny"
"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny"
Director: Yuen Woo-ping
Starring: Donnie Yen, Michelle Yeoh, Harry Shum, Jr., Jason Scott Lee, Roger Yuan, Woon Young Park, Eugenia Yuan, JuJu Chan, Chris Pang, Shuya Chang and Natasha Liu Bordizzo
Release Date: Feb. 19, 2016
It is the sequel to the Academy-Award-winning film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" by Ang Lee in 2000, and a highly anticipated kung fu film. It was originally scheduled for release on Feb. 8, 2016 but to avoid the heated competition with the three giants, it has been postponed to Feb. 19. Ang Lee didn't agree to return to direct the franchise installment, and the director job was finally given to veteran kung fu choreographer and director Yuen Woo-ping. However, it will be very hard for him to repeat the success by Ang Lee. In any case, hopefully the kung fu fighting scenes will be marvelous and satisfying for martial arts fans.
"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny" was not the only one which skipped the Feb. 8 release to avoid clashing with giants, release dates for the critically panned Chinese science fiction film "Lost in the Pacific," Huo Jianqi's "Xuan Zang" starring Huang Xiaoming, Jackie Chan's "Skiptrace" and the critically-applauded "Ip Man 3" by Wilson Yip starring Donnie Yen, were all rescheduled.
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Chinese movie guide for 2016 Spring Festival
China.org.cn, February 7, 2016
The Spring Festival has become one of the hottest climaxes of the year and a gold season for any blockbusters set to make box office records. Three rival giants will open the Year of the Monkey on Feb. 8, 2016. China.org.cn will preview the most outstanding pieces to be released during and after the Chinese lunar New Year.
"Mermaid"
"Mermaid"
Director: Stephen Chow
Starring: Deng Chao, Kitty Zhang Yuqi, Jelly Lin Yun, Show Lo and Kris Wu
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"Mermaid" is a science fiction comedy directed by China's "King of Comedy" Stephen Chow, though the genius comedian is more comfortable this time around being a director rather than an actor. The film is the most anticipated film in this season as Chow has been absent from the movie landscape, spending three years working on it. The story will have an environmental protection theme and will touch on romance between humans and mermaids, according to its trailers. However, Chow hasn't shown the film to any audiences, fans or film critics alike, maintaining an air of mystery, and repeatedly described it as "invincible." Fond memories of Chow's films and his own brand helped it earn the biggest presales of this season, but whether the film will entertain audiences and reach the heights of anticipation remain to be seen and will affect its future box office grosses.
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"The Monkey King 2"
"The Monkey King 2"
Director: Cheang Pou-soi
Starring: Aaron Kwok, Gong Li, Feng Shaofeng, Xiao Shenyang and Law Chung-him
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"The Monkey King 2" is the sequel to the 2014 box office hit, "The Monkey King" with Cheang Pou-soi returning as director and Sammo Hung as the action director, replacing Donnie Yen from the previous installment. Considering the incredible popularity of the classic novel, "Journey to the West" together with the film's star-studded cast, fabulous visual effects and the special significance that this is the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese Zodiac, the film is expected to earn massive grosses as it opens on the same day as "Mermaid." Although the first installment was panned by moviegoers and critics as one of the worst adaptations of "Journey to the West," the new one has a clear improvement in special effects, script and acting, especially actress Gong Li, who presents a powerful performance as the big villain. It received applause in hundreds of advanced screenings in recent weeks.
"The Man from Macao III"
"The Man from Macao III"
Directors: Andrew Lau, Wong Jing
Starring: Chow Yun-fat, Andy Lau, Nick Cheung, Li Yuchun, Jacky Cheung and Carina Lau
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"The Man from Macao III" is a Chinese action comedy film directed by Andrew Lau and Wong Jing. It is the third installment of the blockbuster franchise "The Man from Macau." The previous two episodes had great success in the past, and the film upgraded its scale with more movie stars and family-friendly fun for the new installment. Of course, the quality of the film could never meet the academy award standard with fans complaining about the cliché old tricks used, but it is always fun to watch. No matter whether the final cut is good or bad, Wong Jing has already promised that this will be the last installment, and that he will come back with new ideas for films in the future.
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"Mr. Nian"
"Mr. Nian"
Director: Zhang Yang
Voices: Lei Jiayin, Zhou Dongyu, Tao Hong, Zhang Yibai, Guo Tao, Chen He, Liu Yiwei, Shen Teng, Xiong Naijin
Release Date: Feb. 8, 2016
"Mr. Nian" is an animated feature produced by director Ning Hao and directed by Zhang Yang. The film is the only Chinese animation released along with the three giants on the same day. The film tells a story about the adventure of the magical beast of Nian (literally translated as "Year"). According to Chinese legend, people have to ignite firecrackers to scare away Nian to get good luck for a new year. The original Chinese animated feature has been advertised as family fun for the particular season, with the beast of Nian also being cutely designed for children. However, due to some of its silly or childish plot, its targeted audiences should be well below 15 years old. In addition to the three giants, "Mr. Nian" will also compete with the invincible China-US co-production animation blockbuster "Kung Fu Panda 3," which hit screens in China one week earlier than Feb. 8.
"Kill Time"
"Kill Time"
Director: Fruit Chan
Starring: Angelababy, Ethan Ruan, Rayza, Zhang Chao, Hao Lei, Huang Jue, Suet Lam, Pan Hong
Release Date: Feb. 14, 2016
The film was adapted from one of thrillers written by novelist Cai Jun. "Kill Time" tells a social story with great suspense and intense love and hate. The story is perfect for Fruit Chan's style to intertwine romance and detective elements. The film is clearly aimed at the Valentine's Day season, and the latter part of the Spring Festival holiday.
"Run For Love"
"Run For Love"
Directors: Zhang Yibai, Guan Hu, Zhang Meng, Teng Huatao, Gao Qunshu
Starring: Zhang Ziyi, Eddie Peng, Tong Liya, Zhou Dongyu, Michelle Chen, Zhang Yi, Liang Jing, Wang Qianyuan, MoMo Wu
Release Date: Feb. 14, 2016
Just like "Cities in Love," "Run For Love" is a film with five parts directed by five different directors to tackle urban love stories. The film was shot in various places in Asia, Europe, and America, and is aimed at showing different interpretations of love. But it is hard to say if the final product can balance the different styles of the directors when the film is assembled as one. The cast is star-studded, including Zhang Ziyi, and will also target fans and lovers during Valentine's Day and also the latter part of the Spring Festival holiday season.
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