Are movies made in China

[moon88]

Dear cecil,
Have seen movies made in Hong Kong. What about China? Are any movies made in China? Thanks.

[Cecil Lee]

Dear Anon,
1. During the cultural revolution or the peak of communism, most of the movies, have a story line and a `morale' of the story.
Yeah, this type of shows are more to inculcate, patrotism, communism and `achievement' for the country.
2. In the late 70s, there are some good shows directed by Chinese Directors which had won an award at the Cannes festival.e.g like the Red chamber etc... which relates a story about prostitution etc...
3. In the 90s, many films are shot in China. For example, many of the `period dramas' e.g. sword fighting by Singapore broadcasting Statutory board, shot several films in scenic parts of China.
Many Hong Kong directors also direct films in China. Usually, these shows are later for their local consumption.
We can understand why. Firstly, labour costs is low and since China is so vast, open sword fighting, Kung fu shows are cheaper to shoot over there.
Unless, the show goes against Chinese censorship, these are usually allowed as it promotes tourism and foreign revenue and employment for their locals.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil

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On 4/13/00 1:50:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Dear cecil,
Have seen movies made in Hong
Kong. What about China? Are
any movies made in China?
Thanks.