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Technology may soon turn viewers into movie characters

2016-04-21 08:07

Although VR is still a new concept in China, film studios and directors are using VR technology for their promotional efforts.

A South Korean film draws attention

2016-04-21 07:52

A feature of the ongoing Beijing International Film Festival, a South Korean film on an aging couple draws attention to a niche genre.

Cinematic gala shines with stars in Beijing's spring

2016-04-21 07:34

Some 500 films, up to 90 percent of which have yet to be released in Chinese mainland theaters, are being screened at the Beijing International Film Festival.

It's time for emojis to rule the screens

2016-04-20 11:27

Sony has won a bidding war to produce an emoji-based film in a reportedly seven-figure deal, according to a report by Daily Mail.

NBC to show Cranko's Romeo and Juliet in homage

2016-04-20 10:24

National Ballet of China will stage John Cranko's Romeo and Juliet from Wednesday to Sunday at Tianqiao Theater to mark the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death.

Tang Xianzu: Master on stage

2016-04-20 07:41

Ming playwright Tang Xianzu's Peony Pavilion, revived in more recent times, is staring at a new lease of life with a Shanghai troupe embarking on a major tour, including of Prague and New York.

Teeth found in tomb of 'Marquis of Haihun': experts

2016-04-19 16:16

Archaeologists recently have found the teeth of Liu He, the controversial Chinese emperor who was deposed and stripped of his nobility after just 27 days in office, but later made a marquis.

Zhou Libo to perform at New York's Carnegie Hall

2016-04-19 10:31

Zhou Libo, a Chinese stand-up comedian who is famous for his iconic "Shanghai Style Small Talk", will perform at New York's Carnegie Hall in July.

Old Chinese texts basis of modern design contest

2016-04-19 10:26

The National Center for Preservation and Conservation of Ancient Books and the Library Society of China, a network of public libraries in the country, will jointly launch a contest on the upcoming World Book Day to encourage young Chinese to explore ancient texts.

Disney's The Jungle Book debuts with over $100m

2016-04-19 10:17

Disney 3D live-action computer animated film The Jungle Book rocketed into the movie theaters of North America with a debut of $103.6 million in weekend ticket sales.

Plays of Shakespeare, Tang Xianzu become bridge between British, Chinese students

2016-04-19 10:16

Britons will soon celebrate the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare this week across Britain, while a Chinese playwright Tang Xianzu who died in the same year, will "travel" to the bard's hometown Stratford-upon-Avon to "meet" his counterpart.

County in East China: aisle of history

2016-04-19 08:49

With the country's modernization, ancient villages are disappearing at a fast pace as residents replace old houses with new buildings. But a county in East China is seeking to reverse the trend.