Asia Society Southern California's special screening of "Ash is Purest White," followed by a Q&A with Jia Zhangke, one of China's most critically acclaimed directors.
'Spotlight' speakers include Charles H. Rivkin, in his new role as CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America, and Miao Xiaotian, President of the China Film Co-Production Corporation.
In this episode, we hear the legendary action star talk candidly about his most famous scene — and other stunts he says he honestly thought might kill him. Some nearly did.
The celebrated filmmaker discusses his new film, which probes personal values and relationships in a rapidly changing China through the tale of a local mobster and his girlfriend.
Michelle Yeoh, who parleyed ballet training into acting in Hong Kong martial arts films, appeared in 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,' played a Bond Girl, and starred in 'Crazy Rich Asians,' is honored as an Artistic Visionary.
How did a shark tale that went to market with a high budget but low expectations turn into the highest-grossing co-production with China? Hollywood and Chinese producers brought both cultures to bear in the marketing campaign.
