In the upcoming film The Last Frenzy, the central character Jia Youwei, played by comedic actor Jia Bing, grapples with life-altering decisions when confronted with an incurable illness and a mere 10 days left to live. Choosing to spend his million yuan property proceeds on unforgettable experiences with friends, Jia embarks on a poignant journey of camaraderie and self-discovery.
A group of university students hailing from Beijing, Chengdu, Kunming, and Guangzhou have skillfully captured the essence of China's time-honored intangible cultural heritage through their lenses, infusing these treasures with a youthful and innovative perspective.
Until you see it with your own eyes, it might be difficult to envision the surreal scenes at a kite festival, which to kite lovers are ordinary encounters.
Either in East or West, nature has been a destination for artists to seek breakthroughs. For example, in the 19th-century France, a group of painters who felt bounded the rigid academic rules found new inspirations and freedom in the brace of woods, streams and lush plants in Barbizon, which led to the birth of pro-naturalism Barbizon school of painting.
In honor of World Book and Copyright Day, Beijing Times Chinese Press orchestrated a special event in Beijing on Thursday, featuring acclaimed writer Chang Xiaohu as he presented his novel Shoushan and engaged with readers, sharing insights into his writing journey.
During the upcoming May Day holiday, a grand outdoor live-action performance showcasing Tangshan's rich history as a city of steel will unfold at Nanhu Park in Tangshan, Hebei province.
On April 26, cellist Li Yang and pianist Hong Mei mesmerized audiences with a captivating concert at the Beijing Concert Hall, presenting a selection of musical masterpieces, including Schumann's Adagio and Allegro, Op 70, Schubert's Sonata in A Minor for Arpeggione and Piano, D 821, and Brahms' Cello Sonata No 2, Op 99.
The Sichuan People's Art Theater debuted its Chinese play, Su Mu (Su's Mother), at the Tianqiao Performing Arts Center in Beijing on Saturday and Sunday.
On April 23, the China National Opera House in Beijing played host to the captivating performance of Flower and Sea, a dance drama co-staged by the Xiamen Little Egret Folk Dancing Art Center and Xiamen Art School.
The xieyi ("drawing the spirit") style of Chinese painting transcends mere brushwork, employing loose strokes to evoke a simple, abstract ambiance. It aims to convey a sense of freedom and expressiveness.
Throughout history, kites have been close to people's daily lives and influenced by folk traditions. They have not only become embedded in folk culture but also provide entertainment and physical activity. This heritage has been passed down, demonstrating the enduring vitality of Chinese civilization.
As the spring arrives, migratory birds are heading to their annual breeding grounds. The Chongming Dongtan National Nature Reserve in Shanghai, which is located in the middle of the East Asian-Australasian Flyway, is a major stopover point for migratory waterbirds making the long journey.