Cannes sees Korean debut for Taiwan's Chang Chen
South Korean director Kim Ki-duk was so taken by Taiwanese actor Chang Chen, star of the Academy Award winning "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," that he created a role that broke down language barriers.
Nations:South Korea People:Chang Chen Kim Ki-duk Wong Kar-Wai Ang Lee Activities:2007 Cannes Film Festival
2007-05-20
Hong Kong auteur Wong Kar-wai finds success easier abroad
Chinese director Wong Kar-wai has proved a revelation in the Hong Kong cinema world known for its bloody gangster and martial arts flicks, yet his unique style has won him more fans overseas than at home.
Nations:Hong Kong People:Olivier Assayas Nicole Kidman Wong Kar-Wai Quentin Tarantino Tony CW Leung Maggie Cheung Activities:Cannes Film Festival
2006-05-12
Tony Leung: A very private film star
He may be one of the most recognised Chinese faces of his generation and in a glittering 24-year career has brought to the big screen some of Chinese cinema's most memorable characters.
Nations:Hong Kong People:Hou Hsiao-hsien Zhang Yimou Tony CW Leung Maggie Cheung Andy Lau Bruce Lee
2006-03-20
'Kung Fu Hustle' Top Film at Asian Awards
LOS ANGELES - ``Kung Fu Hustle'' was named outstanding film and Daniel Dae Kim and Yunjin Kim, who star on the hit TV show ``Lost,'' were honored for outstanding male and female TV performance at Thursday's 2006 Asian Excellence Awards.
People:Sandra Oh Lucy Liu David Ho Quentin Tarantino Stephen Chow
2006-01-20
Chinese actress Zhang grows into international star
NEW YORK - After dazzling audiences with her waifish beauty and graceful performances in a string of Chinese martial arts hits, Ziyi Zhang is coming of age as an actress on the brink of international stardom.
People:Zhang Ziyi Zhang Yimou
2005-08-13
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