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Postby dleedlee » Tue Apr 01, 2008 12:30 pm

More on the HKIFF from David Bordwell
http://www.davidbordwell.net/blog/?p=2144

"The Children of Huang Shi" Premieres
http://english.cri.cn/3086/2008/04/01/1261@340364.htm
Film to showcase UK hero in Japan's war on China
http://uk.reuters.com/article/domesticN ... 4620080401

Maggie Cheung: Ich bin ein Beijinger
http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/2008 ... 580835.htm

Five years on: Leslie remembered
http://www.thestandard.com.hk/news_deta ... 80401&fc=2

Stars attend dress rehearsal for Leslie memorial concert
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Fans: "Miss You Much, Leslie"
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Leslie Cheung Memorial Concert Starts Tonight

Tomorrow will be the five year death anniversary of Leslie Cheung. Leslie’s group of good friends will be supporting the memorial event. They will sing some classic Leslie songs as a tribute to his memory. There will be “God of Songs” Jacky Cheung, “Movie King” Tony Leung, Karen Mok, Joyce Cheng, Grasshopper, Deanie Ip, Anita Yuen, Chilam Cheung, Priscilla Chan, Anthony Wong and others.

Out of the entire group of guest performer, Tony announced his fear to sing in public. He admitted that is willing to sacrifice a lot of cells to sing “風繼續吹”. The Grasshopper is painstaking preparing a list of classic Leslie fast songs. They will be bringing back Leslie’s classic dance moves on stage. Jacky will sing “追”, “春夏秋冬” and other songs. He sighed that a lot of good friends have passed away these few years. He feels lonely and starting to avoid seeing people.

“Miss you Much Leslie 繼續寵愛音樂會” will feature a group of stars to remember a legendary idol – Leslie. Florence Chan expressed that another concert date was added because of the overwhelming response. There are some problems with Tony and Anita’s schedule so they will only perform on April 1st. Anthony Wong will perform at tonight’s concert only. Florence is especially thankful of Tony and said: “He said that he feels a lot of pressure when he sings and he is nervous. But I heard Tony sing three years ago at a Leslie memorial concert. Tony sang “當年情” and it was very touching. I tried very hard to invite him and am grateful because he is putting pressure on himself.”

There will be three stages and a bridge. Deanie Ip will kick off the concert and she will sing “明星” and “最愛” at the two concerts. After she finishes singing, the bridge will break. It will symbolize the separation of people. Florence said: “The performances will be about the same for both nights. Footage directed by different directors will be shown on the stage. A 7 x 7 feet red kite will be placed in the Hong Kong Coliseum. This way the fans can write down their messages to Leslie. It would be burnt as an offering to Leslie.” Yesterday afternoon, several singers made their way to the Hong Kong Coliseum to rehearse. Florence, Grasshopper, Joyce and Karen went to the blessing ceremony around 3:30 PM.

Yesterday afternoon at 4:50 PM, Tony rushed into the Hong Kong Coliseum to rehearse. He stayed for one hour before he left. Tony said: “It is more nerve wrecking then filming a movie. But it is a meaningful memorial to a friend so it is worth it.” Tony joked that each time he sang he will lose a lot of cells. He doesn’t sing karaoke often and the last time he sang was three years ago. He said: “A couple of days ago, I was in Shanghai for a function and I practiced singing when I had time off. I felt my singing was bad but I will try my best to convey my feeling.” He chose to sing “風繼續吹” because it’s a good song to listen and it would be easy for him. Tony said: “It’s a chance to remember Leslie. We are good friends and I remember how we spent our days in Argentina filming a movie. I also remember the gatherings and parties we had with a group of friends. Leslie loves a lively and cheerful atmosphere. I prefer to be quiet.” Would you ask your girlfriend Carina Lau to sing a duet with you? Tony said: “I don’t do the inviting. Carina doesn’t often sing. I would enjoy it.” A magazine reports that Carina is pregnant. Tony expressed that he doesn’t need to give a response to a gossip magazine article and it wasn’t true.

Jacky will sing “誰令妳心痴” besides “追” and “春夏秋冬”. He will sing “誰令妳心痴” with Priscilla. He admitted that he doesn’t feel pressured but he knows that Tony is nervous. Lately Tony has been calling him and Jacky said: “I feel that Tony sings well. There is no problem.” Do you miss Leslie? Jacky said: “Jim Wong once said that Leslie was an art piece. You don’t miss a part of him but him. Leslie is a very good person. It’s very unfortunate that he passed away.” The reporter asked about Florence’s other friends like Lydia Shum who also passed away. There is a lot of stress. Jacky feels that the world has changed when his friends passed away. It is a strange feeling. He feels very lonely. He doesn’t have a driving force anymore and he doesn’t want to see people. But he isn’t avoiding reality but needs time to adjust. Jacky said: “I don’t need to see a doctor. I will solve the problems and adjust slowly by myself. My home is my refuge. I take care of my children so I am busy 24 hours a day. I don’t think about other things. In comparison, Mrs. Chan is very frustrated and I act like a psychologist to her.”

Grasshopper will perform a series of fast songs like “Monica”, “失眠”, “Stand Up” and others. They have been rehearsing since three weeks ago. They will show off Leslie’s dance move. Remus Choi will do a solo rendition of “為妳鍾情”. All three of them said that Leslie was the perfect person. They will order new clothes to be made and hope that Leslie’s fans will enjoy it.

GiGi Leung will sing “柔情蜜意” and “我願意” which are love songs. She admitted that she doesn’t feel pressured. Leslie was charismatic and had a unique style on stage. People get a special feeling when he was on stage performing. People should learn from his attitude and not feel pressured. GiGi said: “Near the end of the concert, people will feel sad. I will use a positive attitude to commemorate this irreplaceable and legendary singer.”
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New Carradine film relives Kung Fu
http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM ... EX2stbYnIg
David Carradine Enjoying China Productions, Finds Many Changes
http://www.nationalledger.com/artman/pu ... 9774.shtml
Carradine's role in Hallmark film will raise Caine again
http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2 ... ill-raise/

Zhou Xun Shoots New Pics
http://english.cri.cn/3086/2008/04/01/1042@340458.htm

Michelle Yeoh and fiance Jean Todt
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http://www.mdbg.net/chindict/chindict.php

Fuji TV plans third "Bayside" installment
http://www.varietyasiaonline.com/content/view/5799/1/

An Online Game So Mysterious Its Famous Sponsor Is Hidden
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/04/01/busin ... ?ref=media
???? Better to light a candle than curse the darkness; Measure twice, cut once.
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Re: News Links - 4/1/08

Postby Brian Thibodeau » Tue Apr 01, 2008 2:53 pm

dleedlee wrote:Michelle Yeoh and fiance Jean Todt
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:cry: :cry:

She rejected me . . . for him?

I don't even know her anymore. . .
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Postby Gaijin84 » Tue Apr 01, 2008 3:01 pm

He must wake up every day and count his blessings...

and then take her for a ride in his $300,000 Ferrari
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Postby Brian Thibodeau » Tue Apr 01, 2008 3:32 pm

Yes, apparently my Volkswagen wasn't good enough for her. :x
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Postby Harlock » Tue Apr 01, 2008 4:17 pm

bah i take candice yu or angela mao (by these days) 1000 times before michelle yeoh :D
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Postby Gaijin84 » Tue Apr 01, 2008 4:28 pm

bah i take candice yu or angela mao (by these days) 1000 times before michelle yeoh Very Happy


Blasphemy! That statement should warrant a lifetime ban from the database! :wink:
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Postby Brian Thibodeau » Tue Apr 01, 2008 5:17 pm

Harlock wrote:bah i take candice yu or angela mao (by these days) 1000 times before michelle yeoh :D


I have enough love for all three of them. You're just too picky. :lol:
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Postby Harlock » Tue Apr 01, 2008 6:51 pm

i hate people greedy, there's no way michelle yeoh is with jean todt if its not for his money, do you really think she is with him for his body ? because he's cute? , lol, she's a sellout and now there's no way i respect her again one day :D too bad for her :lol:
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Postby Brian Thibodeau » Tue Apr 01, 2008 7:11 pm

Harlock wrote:i hate people greedy, there's no way michelle yeoh is with jean todt if its not for his money, do you really think she is with him for his body ? because he's cute? , lol, she's a sellout and now there's no way i respect her again one day :D too bad for her :lol:


How do you know who the other two have been with? Candice Yu has a five-year gap in her filmography. Perhaps she was married to a handsome pauper? It's not news that many Hong Kong actresses go where the money is as soon (and sometimes as often) as they can. That industry often seems like one big grooming salon for trophy wives and girlfriends!
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Postby Harlock » Tue Apr 01, 2008 7:20 pm

most of them, i hope, goes with hk peoples not a fat white man :D

NEWS BREAKOUT

The 3 Brothers to reunite for a new movie in 2008

Jackie chan, Sammo hung and Yuen Biao just signed for JCE movies Entertainment, the movie will be about 3 old friends who reunite after a 15 years break, ann hui will direct and john sham will produce...
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Postby Brian Thibodeau » Tue Apr 01, 2008 7:23 pm

Net activists in the firing line:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/7314201.stm

When opened the documents, which can be Word, Excel or PDF files, use common security loopholes to try to install programs that will monitor the user's online activity and send information back to a well-known Chinese website that has been used in the past for this sort of surveillance.


China has both the resources and the skills to make online life difficult for groups around the world, even if it is not behind the current attacks.


Link to downloadable episode of CBC's Search Engine that features an interesting segment on the topic here. It's the second topic on the show:
http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/searchengine_ ... 7_5112.mp3
or here:
http://www.cbc.ca/searchengine/blog/200 ... .html#more




Harlock wrote:most of them, i hope, goes with hk peoples not a fat white man :D


I'll assume that's just a dig at "fat" white men who date attractive Asian women, and not a dig at interracial relationships in general :( . There's a few of those around here, though I can't speak for everyone's weight class! :lol: Perhaps Michelle just thinks there's more of Mr. Toad to love? Including his bank account.
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Postby cal42 » Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:39 pm

Harlock wrote:most of them, i hope, goes with hk peoples not a fat white man :D

NEWS BREAKOUT

The 3 Brothers to reunite for a new movie in 2008

Jackie chan, Sammo hung and Yuen Biao just signed for JCE movies Entertainment, the movie will be about 3 old friends who reunite after a 15 years break, ann hui will direct and john sham will produce...


Yeah, I clicked it :cry: . My girlish heart was all a-flutter. Or something.

I did a fairly elaborate Apil Fool on my blog, but I think it was lost on Filmjournal's more mainstream readership. Except for one guy, and I'm really not sure he got the joke or not... :shock:

Must try harder next year!
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Postby Harlock » Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:43 pm

hahaha i was sure my bad english spoiled it, thanks for clicking it :lol:
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Postby Brian Thibodeau » Tue Apr 01, 2008 9:13 pm

Developing story: This is why you don't f*** with Steve Wynn
http://www.tmz.com/2008/04/01/this-is-w ... teve-wynn/
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Postby Fan » Wed Apr 02, 2008 1:15 am

Harlock wrote:NEWS BREAKOUT

Jackie chan, Sammo hung and Yuen Biao just signed for JCE movies Entertainment, the movie will be about 3 old friends who reunite after a 15 years break, ann hui will direct and john sham will produce...


Alert is usually given to any news looks suspicious on April's Fool Day...in 1 April 2003, people kept asking whether it's true that HK is announced as an infected area within hours due to SARS and Leslie Cheung really killed himself...
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