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Luc Besson's Lucy out in China
Luc Besson's latest sci-fi film Lucy opens in Chinese cinemas today.
It is about an American woman studying in Taipei who is tricked into drug trafficking and gets drugged. The drug helps her gain immense physical and mental abilities such as telepathy and time travel.
The film stars Scarlett Johansson and Morgan Freeman.
Luc Besson was in Beijing for the premier of the film. He has plans for a sequel and wishes to work with Li Bingbing, who was also at the premier.
"She's a very good actress. Her English is becoming better and better. I wish one day we can find something to work with."
Lucy has grossed over 400 million US dollars worldwide since its release last summer.
"Legend of Chinese Immortals" by Jerry Jian available on Tencent Video
"A Legend of Chinese Immortals", a TV series based on Chinese history and mythology, is out on Tencent's video page.
It airs two or three episodes per week on v.qq.com.
This is the 7th time the story has been adapted on to the screen. This latest version is produced by Jerry Jian who put his own spin on the original story to surprise viewers.
In traditional Chinese culture, the 8 immortals are revered[rɪ'vɪə] by the Taoists and the subject of many art and literature pieces.
Each of these immortals possesses a supernatural power. They represent different classes in the ancient Chinese society with their unique characteristics.
Christian Bale to play Steve Jobs in biopic
British actor Christian Bale has officially signed on to play Steve Jobs in an upcoming biopic.
American screenwriter Aaron Sorkin confirmed that Bale is to play the late Apple co-founder in a film directed by Danny Boyle.
Sorkin says it is an extremely difficult role to play but Bale is so good he "is going to crush it".
The film is based on the authoritative biography "Steve Jobs" by Walter Issacson, which Jobs sanctioned himself.
Jobs, who died of cancer in 2011, has already been portrayed posthumously by Ashton Kutcher in the 2013 drama "Jobs".
Keira Knightley to make Broadway debut next year
British actress Keira Knightley will make her Broadway debut next year.
She is set to appear in "Therese Raquin" as a beautiful but doomed heroine.
Knightley will play a woman who embarks on an affair after finding herself trapped in a loveless marriage.
The show is based on Emile Zola's classic novel from 1867.
British playwright Helen Edmundson will adapt the story to the Broadway stage.
Wilber Pan injured during rehearsal, cancels concert
Taiwan singer Wilber Pan's concert scheduled for tonight in Taipei has been canceled.
Pan sustained a head injury while performing a stunt during rehearsals earlier today.
His record company has issued an official statement, saying the injury required stitches and the singer is now in stable condition.
Pan's fans and friends are expressing their wishes on a speedy recovery through Weibo.
Christie's opens autumn sales in Shanghai
Christie's has opened its autumn auction and exhibition in Shanghai.
Christie's became the first international auction house to get a license for sales on the Chinese mainland last year.
It expects much more interactions and visits by Chinese art lovers with the new opening.
The auction features over 60 art pieces by Pablo Picasso, Salvatore Dali, Andy Worhol and some contemporary Chinese artists.
Shanghai running cultural event in Houston
Another cultural event Shanghai is engaged in is an exchange program named "amazing Shanghai" currently underway in Houston.
It aims at promoting Shanghai's international image and strengthening bonds between the two cities.
The five-day event features a cultural pavilion, photo exhibition and book donation.
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